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The NCAA is not just a collegiate academics and competition—it’s the gateway to becoming a professional athlete. Playing in NCAA Division I offers world-class facilities, elite competition, and exposure to professional scouts from leagues like Athletes Unlimited (AU), PVF, and LOVB. Through our Stars & Spikes USA division, we’ve helped athletes transition smoothly into the USA’s growing professional leagues.
The NCAA system is about more than just academic and athletic development. It's a platform for personal growth and financial stability. Through NIL deals, athletes have secured deals worth $10,000 to $80,000 annually, empowering them to focus on their athletic goals while building a secure future. Suppose you would like to compete (or work after volleyball) internationally or with international teammates in your country at the highest levels. In that case, an internationally recognized degree and your English comprehension and spoken skills must be good to communicate well.
(Note: We have inside information about changes coming that will help athletes earn more than most European pro's per season just because of their brand and image along with the status of team they are placed with.
NCAA athletes are consistently scouted by professional volleyball leagues in the USA and the TOP European leagues. Players like Kimberly Drewniok and Annie Cesar from Team Germany were placed in League One Volleyball (LOVB) in Omaha through our EV Pro Agency. Deja McClendon's connections with Athletes Unlimited (AU) and EliteVolley’s placements in PVF further strengthen our ability to guide athletes from college to professional success. In Europe our athletes are mostly with EuroCup teams earning more on average than most European athletes.
AU stands out in the USA’s pro volleyball scene, offering a player-first format that rewards athletes based on performance and leadership. Deja McClendon’s experience and connections in AU provide unique opportunities for EliteVolley athletes to excel in this innovative league.
PVF is one of the fastest-growing professional leagues, offering high-level competition and visibility. Our EV Pro Agency has successfully placed athletes in this league, including five former USA pros who competed in Euro Cup teams before playing in PVF’s first season—proving our established pipeline from Europe to USA pro volleyball.
With over 160 Million dollars raised, its long list of Team USA Olympians and internationals and strong marketing focus, League One Volleyball (LOVB) has quickly become a premier destination for elite volleyball players. Through EV Pro Agency, our athletes, including those from Team Germany in Omaha (Drewniok & Cesar), have already thrived in LOVB, taking full advantage of this exciting new opportunity.
While European pro clubs offer competitive environments, younger players often struggle to gain significant playing time. Traditional pro coaches are under pressure to win immediately, limiting development opportunities for emerging athletes.
In the USA, athletes have access to mental health support, nutritionists, and state-of-the-art training facilities—services often lacking in European pro clubs, which tend to focus solely on performance and cannot usually afford to or do not believe in investing in the best or any staff for sports psychology, nutrition or even elite strength or physical therapy.
Most pro-European and worldwide traditional clubs prioritize immediate results over long-term player development, making it difficult for younger players to break into the first team. However, the NCAA and USA Pro leagues focus on personal development and performance, allowing athletes to grow steadily.
We’re not coaches—we’re former athletes and now business professionals who understand how to navigate the NCAA and professional volleyball. For ten years, we’ve advised athletes like Milica Kubura, Marta Levinska, Lejla Sara Hadziredzepović, Neea-Maria Joki, Amelia Dombrowska, and more in top NCAA conferences like the ACC, BIG 10, and BIG 12 through our Stars & Spikes USA division, ensuring they thrive in the most competitive environments. Our recent former-NCAA pros continue to play come from these top-tier conferences like T'ara Ceasar & Leah Meyer, demonstrating our expertise in placing international athletes.
Additionally, through our EV Pro Agency, we’ve placed athletes like Kimberly Drewniok and Annie Cesar from Team Germany into League One Volleyball (LOVB) in Omaha, strengthening our pipeline from NCAA to professional volleyball. We’ve also successfully transitioned five former USA pro athletes to Euro Cup teams, who then played in the first season of the Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF). Kendall White (Champion with Omaha SuperNovas), Kaz Brown, Lindsey Vander Weide, etc.
Deja McClendon (Former Team USA, NCAA 2x Champion, Pro in Italy, Brazil, Poland, etc) has connections to Athletes Unlimited (AU). EliteVolley Pro’s experience with LOVB and PVF provide unmatched access to the leagues that matter. Our staff, including Valeria "Vali" Hejjas (Team HUN) and founder Ryan Jay Owens "RJO" (Former Team USA), brings firsthand experience from playing in top NCAA and European leagues, supporting you through every step of your journey.
We provide comprehensive support for international athletes through our divisions, EV U21, Stars & Spikes USA, EV NIL Agency, and EV Pro Agency. From securing visas to navigating NCAA and pro league systems, to Olympic-level mentorship, we ensure that you are fully prepared for your career in the USA, both on and off the court.
If academics are your priority, nothing can compare to the support and cooperation between coaches and schools in the USA for high-level volleyball. If not, everything below is available to you, regardless!
With NIL deals facilitated by our EV NIL Agency, you can start earning money while still in school. Our agency will help you secure these deals, which can range from $10,000 to $80,000 annually, providing you with financial freedom to focus on your development while building your career.
The USA volleyball scene is expanding rapidly. With new leagues like PVF and LOVB, now is the perfect time to secure your face in front of the growing volleyball opportunities.
Combining the NCAA’s holistic development approach with the professional opportunities in the USA offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to take your volleyball career to the next level. Our proven pipeline from the NCAA to AU, PVF, and LOVB ensures a clear path to success. For those that want to go outside of the USA we have had players in all top leagues in Europe, Asia (Korea/Japan) and South America (Brazil).
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