MAINE JUNIORS VOLLEYBALL

What MAINE JUNIORS VOLLEYBALL does

Maine Juniors Volleyball is a private youth volleyball club founded in 2001 and operated by 3 Step Sports LLC, serving more than 450 athletes annually across 30+ teams in the state of Maine. The organization structures its competitive offering into four primary tiers: National (highest commitment, 3x weekly practice with out-of-region travel including flights), Elite (Gold/Silver/Bronze with three practices per week and overnight tournament travel), Club (Navy/Blue/Sky with one or two practices per week and regional NERVA tournament play), and Local League (lowest commitment, one practice per week for approximately 12 weeks). Athletes range from age 6 through 18, with separate boys and girls programs. The club operates two physical divisions: Saco (primary, hosting National teams) and Lewiston (secondary, serving Elite and Club teams at The Armory).

The organization runs on standard youth-sports SaaS infrastructure rather than proprietary technology. Registration, payments, and family communications are handled through the PlayerFirst platform provided by 3 Step Sports, which connects 150+ youth sport organizations. USAV membership is required for all participants, with SportsEngine used for that registration layer. Uniforms and apparel are sold through a GearUp Sports-powered team store. Annual tryouts are event-driven, with athletes paying a $70 tryout fee plus a $2.62 PlayerFirst processing fee, and then being placed into teams across the tiered structure. Revenue is generated from seasonal club membership fees (varying materially by tier), camps and clinics, private lessons, and uniform/apparel sales. Operations are supported by identified leadership including Director Kathy Frankowski, Lewiston Division Director Erica Davis, Admin Liz Arcaro, and Lesson Coordinator Joslyne Light. The program has produced 2,000+ alumni, 200+ college commits, and 30+ Maine Gatorade Players of the Year, with recurring AVCA Phenom and All-America honors.

Name

MAINE JUNIORS VOLLEYBALL

Legal name

Maine Juniors

Website

https://mainejuniors.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Maine Juniors Volleyball is a private youth volleyball club founded in 2001, serving 450+ athletes annually across 30+ teams in Maine through tiered National, Elite, Club, and Local League programs, operated by 3 Step Sports LLC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Volleyball Club Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth & Scholastic Sports Organizations (K–12, AAU, Club Leagues) (MPAKACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth & Amateur Sports Tournaments (MPAGAMAF), Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE)

Keywords

• Youth volleyball club
• Competitive volleyball training
• Junior volleyball teams
• Volleyball skills development
• Club volleyball program

Headquarters

HQ city

Saco

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Club Membership Fees: Seasonal club membership fees that vary by team level (National highest cost with most commitment including multiple overnight tournaments and out-of-region travel, down to Club and Local League with lower costs and regional-only participation). Tryout fee of $70 plus $2.62 PlayerFirst fee.
2. Uniform and Apparel Sales: Team uniforms, apparel, and equipment ordered through the Team Store (GearUp Sports integration).
3. Training Programs: Camps, clinics, and position-specific training sessions offered throughout the year for skill development.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Maine Juniors is a youth volleyball club offering tiered competitive team memberships (National, Elite, Club, and Local League) for athletes ages 12U-18U across Saco and Lewiston, Maine divisions. The organization sells seasonal club memberships, runs tryouts, hosts camps/clinics/position training, and offers team apparel through an online store. USAV membership and optional AAU membership are required for participation in higher tiers.

Product overview

Maine Juniors is a youth volleyball club organization offering a tiered competitive structure through four main team levels: National (highest commitment, 3x weekly practices with out-of-region tournaments and flights), Elite (Gold/Silver/Bronze with varying practice frequencies and overnight requirements), Club (Navy/Blue/Sky with local regional tournaments only), and Local League (lowest commitment with 1x weekly practice). The organization operates boys and girls programs across multiple divisions (Saco and Lewiston), serves athletes ages 12U-18U, and utilizes the PlayerFirst platform by 3Step Sports for member registrations, payments, and communications. Tryout sessions are held seasonally with registration managed through PlayerFirst and required USAV membership.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• National Level Teams Top-tier competitive volleyball teams for ages 15U-18U requiring the highest commitment with 3 practices per week, multiple overnight tournaments, and out-of-region travel including flights. Compete in AAU league and large-scale national tournaments. Currently offered only in the Saco Division.
• Elite Level Teams (Gold, Silver, Bronze) Competitive teams at ages 12U-18U offering varying commitment levels. Gold and Silver teams have 3 practices per week with multiple overnight trips (and 1 out-of-region tournament for Gold); Bronze teams practice 2 times per week with 1-2 overnights. Compete in AAU Champions League or NERVA league.
• Club Level Teams (Navy, Blue, Sky) Entry-level competitive teams for ages 12U-18U offering the least commitment and cost. Practice once or twice per week and compete in 5 NERVA tournaments within New England Region with no overnight travel required.
• Local League Lowest commitment option spanning approximately 12 weeks with one practice per week. Limited tournament play with 2 Maine tournaments against similar-level teams, ranging from local to Saco to Machias area.
• Tryout Sessions Seasonal tryout events for prospective athletes at multiple divisions (Saco and Lewiston) across various age groups. Includes registration through USAV membership, PlayerFirst account setup, and medical form submission. Tryout fee is $70 plus $2.62 PlayerFirst fee.
• Boys Volleyball Program Dedicated boys volleyball division offering tryouts, team formation, and competitive play. Practices twice weekly with tournament season from mid-November through March, targeting at least 4 teams annually in the Saco Division.
• Team Store (Uniforms and Apparel) E-commerce storefront operated via GearUp Sports integration where families purchase required team uniforms, optional team apparel, and equipment for each competitive season.
• Camps, Clinics, and Position Training Supplemental skill-development offerings including camps, clinics, and position-specific training sessions held throughout the year to complement team participation and attract new athletes.

Quantifiable outcome

• 200+ college commits from the program
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• 3 Step Sports LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2001Parent company of Maine Juniors. Founded in 2001, Maine Juniors operates as part of the 3 Step Sports organization which provides the PlayerFirst technology platform for registration, membership management, and communications. 3 Step Sports manages multiple regional sports club organizations across the United States.
• USA Volleyball (USAV)coreOthersNational governing body for volleyball. Required membership for all club volleyball participants. Provides insurance, rules, and governance for junior volleyball. Athletes must register for USAV membership before participating in tryouts or club season.
• New England Region Volleyball Association (NERVA)coreOthersRegional volleyball association covering New England. Club-level teams compete in NERVA tournaments and league play. Bronze teams and Club-level teams participate in NERVA competitions as part of their season structure.
• AAU Volleyball (American Athletic Union)majorOthersNational youth sports organization. National-level and Elite teams (Gold/Silver) compete in AAU league competitions including Champions League and large-scale tournaments. AAU Nationals is a key season endpoint for top teams.
• PlayerFirst TechnologycoreTechnology or IntegrationPlatform provided by 3 Step Sports for single login access to 150+ youth sport organizations. Handles registration, payments, communications, and account management. All Maine Juniors families use PlayerFirst for tryout registration, team placement, and ongoing membership.
• GearUp Sports (Team Store)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorE-commerce partner for team uniforms, apparel, and equipment. Maine Juniors team store operates on the GearUp Sports platform where families can purchase required uniforms and optional team apparel.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights10 records

Emerging players

• Athletes Unlimited Volleyball: Professional volleyball league that creates aspirational visibility for the sport, indirectly benefiting youth club participation. Comparable as an emerging player in the broader volleyball ecosystem affecting the talent pipeline Maine Juniors serves.

Others

• Junior Volleyball Association (JVA): National organization supporting junior volleyball clubs with watch lists, national tournaments, and best practices. Comparable as an ecosystem participant that recognizes and ranks clubs like Maine Juniors.
• USA Volleyball (USAV): National governing body for volleyball in the United States that mandates membership for all club participants. Comparable as the regulatory and competitive ecosystem in which Maine Juniors operates, though not a direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Mizuno Long Beach Volleyball Club: Long Beach-based elite volleyball club with national profile and consistent college placements. Comparable as a high-performing youth club with multi-tier team structure similar to Maine Juniors' National and Elite tiers.
• WAVE Volleyball: One of the largest and most established youth volleyball clubs in the United States, based in Southern California. WAVE operates a similar tiered club model with multiple teams and a strong track record of college placements, making it a direct comparable to Maine Juniors' operating model.
• Coast Volleyball Club: Established Southern California-based volleyball club offering tiered team levels and competitive tournament play. Comparable in business model to Maine Juniors with a focus on college recruiting pipeline development.
• A5 Volleyball Club: Premier Atlanta-based youth volleyball club with national tournament presence and a proven record of producing college athletes. Comparable in tiered structure, coaching philosophy, and competitive positioning to Maine Juniors.
• Triangle Volleyball Club: Major North Carolina youth volleyball club with a tiered competitive structure serving athletes from beginner to elite levels. Operates in a similar model to Maine Juniors with multi-team divisions and national tournament participation.

Regional players

• TC Vipers Volleyball: Texas-based youth volleyball club serving a regional market with competitive team offerings. Comparable in operating model but serves a different geography than Maine Juniors.

Broad incumbents

• 3 Step Sports: Parent organization of Maine Juniors, operating a national portfolio of youth sports clubs and providing the PlayerFirst technology platform. Comparable as the broader incumbent managing multiple clubs in the same category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/MaineJuniors
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@mainejuniorsvolleyballclub7049
• Facebookfacebook.com/mainejuniorsvbc
• Instagraminstagram.com/mainejuniorsvb
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/maine-juniors-volleyball

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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