Players will be grouped by skill and age level.
Stein Metzger has been named the Head Beach Volleyball Coach at The University of Texas at Austin.
Alki beach in West Seattle
AVA is bringing northwest beach volleyball players this unique opportunity to learn from one of the all time best players and coaches. As coach, Stein won two NCAA National Championships while at UCLA, was voted two-time National Coach of the Year, three-time PAC-12 Coach of the Year, three-time PAC-12 Champion. As player he's an Olympian, 3x NCAA Champion indoor, Hall of famer and AVP Pro Beach icon. Born in Hawaii and one of the nicest people you’ll meet. This is the only opportunity this year to learn from Stein directly here in Seattle, don't miss it. See you at the beach!
2021, 2023
2017, 2018, 2023
Clinic will focus on skills, drills and techniques to elevate your game to the next level. Helping you create a strong foundation and make adjustments to compete at the highest level. This is a small focused setting with lots of focused time with Stein and other top local coaches from the northwest who will be assisting. At least one year of beach experience recommended for attendees.
Stein Metzger received the ultimate honor bestowed upon a former UCLA Bruin: induction into the UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame. During his career, the Bruins captured three NCAA titles (1993, 1995 and 1996) with Metzger being named NCAA All-Tournament twice. Metzger was also named American Volleyball Coaches Association First Team All-American in 1995 and 1996 and National Co-Player of the Year in 1996.
During his beach volleyball career, he captured 18 titles (16 domestic, 2 international) and won bronze at the 2001 Goodwill Games and silver at the 2003 FIVB World Championships. Metzger also competed in the 2004 Olympics and finished fifth with partner Dax Holdren, adding to the resume of one of the best volleyball players and UCLA athletes ever–with Hall of Fame credentials to prove it.
August 04, 2024
Open to any and all entrants. Click the button to learn more about this opportunity and register.