The American Volleyball Coaches Association, which was founded Oct. 26, 1981, seeks to advance the sport of volleyball with coaches at the epicenter of leadership, advocacy, and professional development. The association membership includes more than 9,500 collegiate, professional, high school, club, and youth volleyball coaches—primarily in the United States. The AVCA represents women’s volleyball, men’s volleyball, and beach volleyball coaches, and works to increase exposure and recognition for the sport of volleyball.