WHAT IS IT and WHO IS IT FOR?      

The JV3 League serves as another level of play for the Missouri High School Racquetball Program.   In an effort to develop players for the future and not restrict participation in the league, the JV3 League serves as a level that precedes JV2, JV1, and Varsity team leagues.  In addition, it functions as a means for high school players without full teams to participate in the Missouri High School Racquetball Program.  It is also an option for students who are cut from teams at schools with roster limitations.  Anyone in high school that isn’t on a Varsity, JV1, or JV2 Team can participate.  It serves the purpose of being a 'competitive' option for schools that don't wish to field a Varsity Team but would like to introduce a 'life sport' at their school.  Some schools could even have students participate to fulfill a Physical Education requirement.  The best part is, the students will still be representing and competing on behalf of their school. 

WHEN DOES IT TAKE PLACE?      

The JV3 League will take place on Saturday mornings/afternoons.  During the first week's session, scrimmages will take place to determine the initial positions of the players on this ladder-style league.  For weeks 2-9, this ladder-style league will be divided into several groups assigned to different courts to compete in round robin play.  On some weeks the league will incorporate doubles matches.  Based on performance, players will be moved up and down the ladder rankings accordingly.  Week 10 will be the State Championship Tournament for the Saturday Missouri High School JV3 League. 

HOW DOES IT WORK?      

The kids in the league will be guaranteed a minimum of 3 games to 15 each week.  This is comparable to 1 weekly match in JV2 competition.  However, the difference here is that in the JV3 League the games will be against 3 different opponents.  The opponents will be determined by a player’s position on the JV3 League Ladder.  This ensures even-skilled match-ups.  If things run smoothly, the kids will get extra games, as well, each week. 

WHAT IS REQUIRED and HOW DO I SIGN UP PLAYERS?      

Each school will need to submit a roster online of students that are going to play on the JV3 League.  These players are also required to fill out the Student/Parent Release Form & Emergency Contact Sheet.  The cost per player to compete in the JV3 League is $145 (includes $40 MOHSRA/USAR fee) for the 10-week session.  Anyone entering after the start of the season will be added to the bottom of the ladder and will still have to pay the same fee of $145.  This fee will also allow the student to participate in the Winter Rollout Tournament and the JV3 League State Tournament (held the 10th week of the ladder).  A coach/parent for each school is required to attend the games each week in case assistance is needed for the players in the JV3 League. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT...    

Dan Whitley at 314-842-3111 ext. 3 or dwhitley@vettasports.com