Internal Trials
At times during the year, internal trials are offered to current HHS students.
TERM 1 2025 - Wednesday 19 March at 11.30am in the Sports Centre
Click here to apply.
Selection Criteria
Selection is based on a range of criteria assessed in the physical trial, referee statements and student reports which will include:
- "coach-ability" (follows instructions, thinks independently)
- athleticism (power, strength and aerobic capacity)
- excellent hand/ eye coordination
- ability to work in a team
- school reports (positive work habits and striving for success)
- physical education grade in 2024 (year 8 and 9 students only)
- Heathfield physical education teacher recommendation in 2024 (year 8 and 9 students only)
- student behavior records
High level of physical capabilities, tested by:
- vertical jump
- shoulder throw
- coordination throw test
- agility speed test
*Students are expected to have a high level of cardiovascular endurance, although this will not be tested at the trials*
If selected students are expected to:
- Demonstrate a willingness, desire and commitment to developing their own skills and knowledge within volleyball
- Complete all required theory work and tasks, thoroughly and on time
- Be prepared for each lesson with appropriate uniform, footwear and safety equipment
- Continually strive to improve their skills and knowledge in all aspects of their schooling
- Provide a positive role model for others in their approach to learning, school rules and behavior
- Be active participants in Sports Day and Swimming Carnival
- Be available to represent the school in a range of other sporting events the school offers
- Abide by the spirit and rules of their sport, behave in a dignified manner
- Play in regular Volleyball competitions (Junior League Friday nights) – Non negotiable
- Compete in the South Australian (Adelaide over a weekend) and Australian Volleyball School Cups (Gold Coast for a week in December)
Approximate Costs
The minimum cost for the first year of the program will be approximately $3300 (subject to change, based on 2024 fees). This includes: uniform, semester fees, end of year tournament, State Cup and the regular Friday night competition.
Students in yours 7-9 are required to attend the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup at the Gold Coast to maintain their position in the volleyball program.
How do you apply?
Year 7 to 9 in 2025 - Students wishing to join the program will be required to complete an application. The trial will be held on Wednesday 19 March at 11:30am in the Sports Centre. Students will need to be changed into the PE uniform and have appropriate shoes.
Apply here.
