New AV Academy Provides Division-I Lifestyle for Aspiring Elite Volleyball Players in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — The new era of volleyball demands a new standard for the aspiring-elite student-athlete. TPH Academy and Austin Velocity have teamed up to address that very need.

Today, we announce the launch of AV Academy, a premier, full-time volleyball academy for the 2026-2027 school year. Designed for highly driven middle school girls (grades 6-8), AV Academy is the first program in the Austin market to fully integrate NCAA-accredited academics, elite sports performance training, and a comprehensive national-level game schedule into one optimized school-day experience.

AV Academy offers an innovative, streamlined environment that moves past the fragmented “school-then-club” schedule. Every hour is optimized for growth, providing a holistic approach with five distinct advantages designed to give your student-athlete a clear path to the next level.

1. The D1 Lifestyle: Training Like a College Athlete in Middle School

AV Academy professionalizes the student-athlete’s daily flow. By completing the entire development cycle by 4:00 PM, we eliminate late-night practices and frantic schedules. Our athletes train when the brain and body are at their peak—during the day—mirroring the schedule of a Division I college program. The result: better rest, more family time, and a significant competitive advantage on the court.

2. The 430+ Hour Advantage: Unmatched Specialized Training

AV Academy athletes immerse themselves in a 36-week professionalized development cycle at The Crossover. Our commitment translates into a staggering competitive advantage:

• 288 Hours of elite on-court technical and tactical training (8 hours per week).
• 144 Hours of individualized sports performance training.
• The Result: Over 430 hours of specialized, daytime development before evening practice even begins for traditional club players.

3. Academics Without Compromise: NCAA-Accredited & Travel-Ready

At AV Academy, the classroom is as elite as the court. Led by Director Stan Brown, our academic program features a Cognia and NCAA-accredited curriculum specifically tailored for the traveling athlete.

• Customized Learning: We offer AP/Honors courses, foreign languages, and custom electives, with a learning plan tailored to each student’s pace and the team’s travel schedule.
• Our Promise: Student-athletes focus on their game; we ensure their grades are covered. This individualized approach allows players to fully concentrate on pursuing their athletic dreams when it’s time to compete.

4. Total Performance Integration: Training with ROI & Mentorship

AV Academy athletes don’t just work out—they train with ROI, utilizing the same cutting-edge data, technology, and methodology used by high-level collegiate and professional athletes (including future NFL stars). This world-class physical preparation is paired with Coach F.A.’s Mentorship Program, a curriculum focused on:

• Sports Psychology
• Life Skills
• Leadership Training

We prepare every athlete for success in the ultimate game—the game of life.

5. One Vision. One Team. One All-Inclusive Tuition.

AV Academy is a selective, high-intent environment. This is The Team for the entire school year—not an “add-on” to another club. It is a singular, all-in collegiate-prep journey.

• The Schedule: Under Head Coach Adam Kindred, the comprehensive August–May schedule includes a dedicated scholastic slate in the fall followed by a high-intensity National club schedule to compete for bids.
• The Investment: One single tuition rate covers the private-school academics, elite training, ROI performance coaching, and the national game schedule. There are no added club fees or fragmented costs. Everything is unified.

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Be Part of the Future of Austin Volleyball

As a first-of-its-kind offering in the Austin market, interest for AV Academy is expected to significantly exceed the limited roster spots available for the inaugural 2026-2027 class. Don’t watch the future happen—be part of it.

JOIN THE “AV ACADEMY INSIDE ACCESS” PREVIEW

Families are invited to an exclusive Inaugural Brand Reveal & Campus Tour at The Crossover on Jan. 23rd @ 6:15 p.m. Meet Coach Adam Kindred, tour the state-of-the-art 3,000 sq. ft. academic space, and see our “Study, Train, Play” model in action.

Those interested in attending are welcome to reserve their spot by submitting the form HERE.

If you are unable to join, but still want to learn more, submit the form HERE.