Club Bulletin

General Description

All players interested in joining a SPORTIME VBC competitive team are required to attend tryouts in order to be evaluated by our team of coaches. Players are evaluated based upon their skill level and how they perform during competitive play. Coaches are also interested in a player’s attitude, work ethic and sportsmanship displayed during the tryout process.

Multiple sessions are offered for each age group, but attendance in at least one session is required to be considered for a team. *Please note: players who are not able to attend scheduled tryout sessions are encouraged to contact a Club Director to discuss alternative options.

2025 Tryout Dates

August 10th through August 17th- For Days & Times for each gender / age group: CLICK HERE

Tryout Locations

Primary Location:  

• SPORTIME Bethpage Multi-Sport

Regional Program Locations:

• SPORTIME Amagansett
• SPORTIME Kings Park
• SPORTIME Lynbrook
• SPORTIME Quogue

Ages 10-18 / Grades 5-12

Players born on or after July 1st may qualify to play one grade younger, but we encourage players to try out with their grade level unless special circumstances apply. To view the 2025-26 Age Chart to see which age groups your child qualifies for, CLICK HERE

Tryout Fee

$100 per player (includes all sessions per age group). Online Registration Now Open: CLICK HERE

VBC Tryout Information Zoom

• Date: Wednesday, July 30th
• Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
• Click here for LINK

Tryout Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. How do I register my child for VBC Tryouts?
A. Simply click the “Register Now” tab to register your child. If you are new to SPORTIME, you will need to set up your free account as a responsible party and then add your child as your dependent. Once completed, you will make your payment to register.

Q. What happens after I register and pay for tryouts?
A. All parents of registered players will receive an email link that will allow them to complete their child’s Player Profile. This online profile must be completed and submitted prior to the start of tryouts in order to participate.

Q. How do I know what age group to register my child for?
A. We recommend that players try out with others in the same school grade, but those born after July 1st also qualify to try out for one age group younger. We have included the USAV Age Chart for your reference. Parents unsure of which age group to register their child for are encouraged to contact a VBC Director for assistance.

Q. If my child has a late birthday, can he or she try out for two different age groups?
A. We sometimes allow players to attend tryouts for two different age groups for one session only. At the conclusion of that session, he or she must commit to the age group they would like to be considered for.

Q. What if my child plays more than one position?
A. Players 14 and older are required to select a position when registering. Players can speak to our coaches at tryouts and ask to try different positions during 6 v 6 game play. They can then speak to a Club Director to get a sense of which position is their strongest. Players 13 and under are not required to select a specific playing position.

Q. What if my child cannot attend any of the scheduled sessions?
A. Players who cannot attend scheduled tryouts may try to schedule a player evaluation with a VBC Director PRIOR to the scheduled tryout dates in order to be considered for a team. Private player evaluations do not guarantee team placement and players are at a disadvantage by not attending tryouts with their peers.

Q. Are all tryout sessions at the SPORTIME Bethpage location?
A. No. The larger VBC program trains at our Bethpage Multi-Sport location, but players interested in joining a VBC team closer to their homes may attend tryouts at our annex locations in Amagansett, Kings Park, Lynbrook, or Quogue. Tryout schedules for those locations are clearly outlined on our master schedule.

Q. What does my child bring to tryouts?
A. Comfortable sneakers, athletic clothing, and a water bottle. We provide all players with a tryout shirt that must be worn during both sessions of tryouts.

Q. How will I find out if my child makes a team and how long will I have to accept an invitation if he or she receives one?
A. ALL players will receive an email within 1-2 days of the conclusion of the tryout process. They will either be invited to join a VBC team, with all details attached, or they will be notified that they have been placed on a waiting list for their specific age group. Players will have 72 hours to accept or decline their invitation. Once that window ends, players from the waiting list will be invited to join the program.

Q. If my child is on a waiting list, what is the likelihood that he or she will make it onto a team?
A. Each year, we invite a large number of players who were initially on waiting lists, to join a competitive team.

Q. What if my child wants to attend another club’s tryouts after the 72 hour invitation window expires?
A. Families are afforded a full 72 hours to think about whether or not they would like to join the program. Once that window closes, the invitation expires and the club must move to the waiting list to fill each team’s roster.

Q. Where can I find information about the various SPORTIME VBC programs offered?
A. Simply click on “VBC Programs” on our website and you can filter to view all of our offerings for boys and girls.

Q. Will there be a SPORTIME VBC Parent Information Meeting prior to the tryouts so I can learn more about the program?
A. Yes. We will be holding a parent information meeting on ZOOM, on Wednesday, July 30th, at 7:00pm. This information is included on the above page, as well as on the VBC Tryout Flyer.

SPORTIME VBC provides young athletes, ages 7-18, with a comprehensive training program designed to introduce the game in a fun, competitive learning environment, supervised by the best volleyball coaches on Long Island. VBC players have opportunities to train and play indoors, year-round, and during the summer months, outdoors on the beach and grass as well. Our vast array of competitive and developmental team programs provides boys and girls of various ages and skill levels the opportunity to learn, play and develop a true passion for the game.

VBC players also received program discounts on summer camps and clinics, and private training. Visit our official site for more information.

Grand Opening of Largest Indoor Tennis Facility in the United States

April 30, 2025 (New York, NY) — SPORTIME Randall’s Island proudly celebrates the completion of its $55 million expansion, a transformative project two years in the making. Today’s ribbon-cutting ceremony marks the latest milestone in the facility’s evolution, and firmly establishes its position as a world-class – and the largest – indoor tennis club and training facility in the United States.

One hundred percent funded by SPORTIME Clubs, this major investment follows the original $20+ million SPORTIME led project that brought SPORTIME Randall’s Island to life in 2009. With SPORTIME’s total capital investment reaching more than $75 million, the facility now stands as a testament to SPORTIME’s enduring commitment to New York City, reflecting its focus on excellence in sport, accessibility, and community impact.

“I am a lifelong New Yorker, I learned to play tennis in New York City public parks, including at Randall’s Island,” said Claude Okin, SPORTIME’s President & CEO. “So, there is no achievement more personal to me, or of which I am prouder, than SPORTIME’s flagship facility on Randall’s Island. Our goal, since 2004, has been to create a year-round tennis club and training center like no other in the world, right here in our hometown: NYC. And we have done that.”  

Best-in-Class Tennis Mecca
SPORTIME Randall’s Island now spans more than 260,000 square feet of tennis courts and support space. The expansion has elevated and diversified the year-round campus, which offers a scale and caliber of resources not previously available in the tri-state area—or anywhere beyond.

Now home to 33 courts—up from 20 at its inception—SPORTIME Randall’s Island features 15 Laykold hard-surface courts housed in two permanent buildings and in one seasonal air-structure, in addition to 14 Har-Tru soft-surface courts in one permanent and one seasonal air-structure. The facility also includes a dedicated Community Welcome Center with four 36’ red ball courts. All year-round indoor courts are fully air-conditioned, while all 12 seasonal outdoor courts are equipped with stadium-quality lighting for nighttime play. The result: elite playing and training conditions on multiple surfaces for athletes of all ages and skill levels.

To support the training, recovery, well-being and social interaction of players and athletes, the expansion added a second state-of-the-art clubhouse with direct viewing of 12 of the facility’s courts, and an enhanced athletic performance training and recovery center that rivals those found at elite professional venues. Amenities including lounge areas and classrooms, a wellness-focused café, and a full-service pro shop offering an unrivaled, world-class environment for players at every level.

The expansion also enhanced the facility’s special event and tournament hosting capabilities, including private lounge spaces, TV quality lighting, and electronic line calling on its hard-surface courts. The outdoor stadium court can be configured to accommodate up to 4,000 spectators, making it an ideal venue for competitions and showcases.

A Global Destination, Rooted in Public & Private Partnership 

SPORTIME Randall’s Island is parkland and the property of the City of New York and is operated by SPORTIME subject to a 25-year license agreement. It is both a commercial tennis club, open to the public, and a public park, with half of its courts, including lighted courts for evening play, accessible to NYC Parks Tennis Permit holders at a cost of $100 for the entire outdoor season. SPORTIME is a foundational partner of the Randall’s Island Park Alliance (RIPA), the nonprofit organization that redeveloped and maintains the Park, which features Icahn Stadium and over 60 playing fields, and is one of NYC’s premiere sports destinations. SPORTIME’s more $2.5 million in annual license fees provide critical funding for the upkeep and improvement of the Island’s facilities. 
SPORTIME Randall's Island has redefined what a public/private partnership can be and achieve in sport. The facility welcomes 50,000 players and guests annually, hosts weekly tournaments and events ranging from USTA league play to international showcases, and employs a team of over 100 New Yorkers.  

"It is thrilling to see the completion of this significant project that only elevates the offerings Randall's Island Park and SPORTIME bring to both the local and greater NYC communities," said Randall's Island Park Alliance President Deborah Maher. "These state-of-the-art, expanded facilities represent the commitment SPORTIME and the Alliance are making to continually improve Randall's Island for park patrons and sports-enthusiasts of all ages."

“The expansion of SPORTIME Randall’s Island is an excellent example of how public/private partnerships can activate our parks and expand access to recreational opportunities for New Yorkers of all ages,” said NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue. “With over 400 diverse concessions citywide, NYC Parks is proud to partner with organizations like SPORTIME that not only generate vital revenue, but also enhance our parks through dynamic, year-round programming and meaningful capital improvements to our green spaces.”
Commitment to Community

Launched in the fall of 2010, the John McEnroe Tennis Academy (JMTA) at SPORTIME Randall’s Island offers world-class, year-round coaching for junior players aiming to compete at the highest levels. Reflecting McEnroe’s vision of an urban academy, JMTA provides students with access to top-tier training while allowing them to live at home and attend local schools, thus offering access and opportunity to aspiring NYC-based athletes. Since its inception, over 200 JMTA players have earned college scholarships and preferred admission through their tennis. 

“When we launched the John McEnroe Tennis Academy at SPORTIME Randall’s Island in 2010, the goal wasn’t just to develop great players, it was to create access, to give New York kids real opportunity, and to build something lasting in the city I grew up in,” said McEnroe. “The expansion of this facility is a big moment. It means more courts, more kids, and more chances to do it right. And for me, that’s what it has always been about.”

SPORTIME Randall’s Island is also home to the Johnny Mac Tennis Project (JMTP), a non-profit offering free community-based instructional programs that welcome as many as 1,600 children weekly to the facility. More than 2,000 children participate in JMTP programs offsite, at schools and CBOs, as well as virtual programming. Many of these kids are from NYC’s most underserved and under-resourced neighborhoods. JMTP’s programs are designed to introduce tennis at an early age, as a life-long health and wellness activity. For some, JMTP’s school-year programs lead to JMTP’s Excellence Program, which provides a pathway to JMTA scholarships. 

"For over a dozen years, our third graders at Central Park East II have received weekly tennis lessons thanks to the unwavering support of the Johnny Mac Tennis Project” said Naomi Smith, principal, Central Park East II. “We are deeply thankful and appreciate its commitment to our students.”

James Sayer, principal at Our Lady Queen of Angels in East Harlem, is also appreciative. “JMTP has been an incredible opportunity for our students. The program has opened doors to high-level play, college scholarship opportunities, and unforgettable experiences—like meeting Billie Jean King! We’re so grateful for the access and excellence JMTP provides.”

A Vision Realized
SPORTIME Randall’s Island reflects a legacy of corporate and personal commitment, leadership and investment that has been sustained through two recessions and a global pandemic, and funded without the use of any taxpayer dollars. SPORTIME’s commitment to NYC and to its work at SPORTIME Randall’s Island is now 20 years in the making, with decades and generations more to come.

“We raised, borrowed and invested $75 million to build the largest and best publicly accessible indoor tennis facility in the world on NYC parkland, and owned by NYC, at which we welcome players and students of all ages, levels, and backgrounds,” said Okin. “We are very proud of what we have built, and even more excited about the opportunities that these world-class facilities will create for our players, coaches, and community members, and, most of all, for our kids.”

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