St. Charles County & Greater St. Louis
ONE COACHING
PHILOSOPHY.
THREE PLAYER PATHWAYS.
UNLIMITED POTENTIAL.
EVERY ATHLETE HAS A PLACE TO START AND A PATH TO GROW
Whether your athlete is learning the game, ready for more competition, or pursuing high-level club volleyball, Thunderbolt provides a place to grow.
LEARN.
LEARN THE GAME. BUILD THE FOUNDATION.
Thunderbolt Power League is designed for committed athletes who want to build volleyball skills, improve confidence, understand team play, and compete in a structured league environment.
- 8-playable weeks sessions
- 4 sessions per school year
- Weekly team practices
- Weekly games scheduled to challenge the teams and remain competitive
- 2 Thunderbolt-hosted weekend tournaments
- Skill & strategy focused instruction
- Positive coaching
- Competitive but accessible environment
- Appropriate for developing players, male or female
- Bridge to the next level of play
- 9-16U
IMPROVE.
IMPROVE YOUR GAME. EXPERIENCE CLUB VOLLEYBALL.
Thunderbolt Flex combines all foundations included in Power League with additional club tournament experience. Ideal for athletes ready to compete more and experience a higher level of volleyball without the full commitment or cost of Select Club.
- A single 16-week session
- Begins in Winter Power League session
- Weekly team practices
- Weekly Power League games
- 2 Gateway Club tournaments against other club teams
- 2 Thunderbolt-hosted weekend tournaments
- Four to six additional practices to prepare for tournaments
- Lower time commitment than Select
- Strong bridge to Select Club
- 12-16U
COMPETE.
COMPETE WITH PURPOSE. PURSUE EXCELLENCE.
- 6-month season
- Three training sessions each week
- Competitive tournament schedules
- Local, Regional, and Travel pathways
- Skill development and conditioning
- Game strategy and IQ training
- Hudl video analysis and college recruiting support
- Training designed for winning teams
- 12-16U
- Expanding to 17U in the 2027-2028 season
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WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE THUNDERBOLT
PURPOSEFUL COACHING
Our coaches teach, demonstrate, correct, challenge, and provide feedback throughout every session.
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MEANINGFUL REPETITIONS
Athletes improve by touching the ball—not standing in long lines. Practices maximize quality repetitions and decision-making.
COMPETITIVE DEVELOPMENT
We develop athletes who want to improve, compete, contribute to their teams, and pursue success.
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POSITIVE ACCOUNTABILITY
We maintain high expectations while creating an environment where athletes feel supported, challenged, and respected.
CLEAR PLAYER PATHWAY
Athletes can progress from Power League to Flex to Select Club without leaving the Thunderbolt culture.
FAMILY COMMUNICATION
Families receive clear expectations, program details, schedules, and consistent communication.
WHAT’S HAPPENING NOW

CLINICS & OPEN GYMS - DO NOT JUST GET SEEN. GET BETTER.
Thunderbolt Open Gyms & Clinics are instructional. Athletes complete high-repetition drills, work through game-like situations, receive coaching feedback, and finish with competitive play or scrimmaging.
Our coaches are active on the court—helping athletes improve technique, correct mistakes, and prepare for tryouts.
Fall 2026 Power League Tryout
Thunderbolt Power League is here to prepare you for the next level.
During the fall season, athletes stay active while improving their skills, learning volleyball strategy, and gaining confidence in competitive team play.


SUMMER PROGRAMS
Thunderbolt will offer skill-focused camps and clinics designed to help athletes sharpen specific areas of their game.
CAMPS
4-evening-long sessions where athletes improve their fundamental skills of serving, passing, setting, hitting, and learn offensive rotation 5:1
SKILL CLINICS
2-hour-long session focused on progressive work toward mastering a specific skill, such as serving, passing, setting, or hitting. We offer proper instruction, breaking down technique and progressively increasing difficulty to challenge and secure steady growth of skill.
15-16U SELECT CLUB TRYOUTS - CONCLUDED
Train Hard. Compete With Confidence. Win Together.
Thunderbolt Select is designed for athletes who want more than a tournament schedule. Our athletes train three times each week, develop position-specific skills, improve volleyball IQ, build strength and conditioning, and prepare to compete against strong regional and national competition.
Our goal is not simply to attend tournaments. Our goal is to build athletes who are prepared to perform, teams that compete with confidence, and a culture where improvement and winning are earned together.

WHAT THUNDERBOLT FAMILIES VALUE
Coach A is very understanding because she knows the girls are human first. Some days just aren’t great.Sometimes they feel unsure of their self and capability. Sometimes life gets busy or stressful. Instead of getting upset, she stays calm, patient, and kind — and helps the girls take a breath, reset, and try again.
Coach Kindra is very encouraging! She doesn’t make the players feel bad if they make a mistake & tells them they will get it next time.She puts more of an emphasis on them having fun & a love for the sport verses making them feel bad for mistakes or punishing them for mistakes. She has been a wonderful influence for my daughter.
Coach Nimesh has been AMAZING, I am so glad we had our son re-try out and that he made Coach Nimesh team. He has learned so much in just a few short weeks. I’ve never had a coach send out post practice and game summaries and he gives very thorough reports. It has been an amazing couple of weeks!
Sharon is amazing! She expects a lot from her girls, but she also works really hard to encourage them and push them to be better! I’ve seen so much improvement in my child’s skills, confidence and attitude in the game.
Coach Brian has been a positive breath of fresh air! He’s very communicative which is plus. He’s clear on his expectations and what his intentions are.My daughter has bragged this PL season about how she finally feels like she on the right team with the right coach.
We like our coach’s enthusiasm and encouraging nature.We love that she makes it a point to tell each player as they come off the court “Great Job” or “Good Work” and gives them High Fives. We really like this and it definitely makes the players feel better about how they have played. She communicates very well with the parents and always keeps us informed of practice and game schedules, changes, new skills they may be focusing on, etc.
Amy and Justin far exceed my expectations every season. They expect a lot from their players and I think that is why my daughter and son have such amazing teammates…bc everyone is committed to giving their best effort.
As is often said in life…”Input = Output”.
Coach Key is all the above and more. She not only pushes the girls to improve their technical skills, but she is truly their biggest hype girl! She drills and conditions them, but also hangs out with them outside of volleyball and praises their team bonding events. Truly, one of a kind!
Nimesh has the most effective way of side lining an athlete during a drill or scrimmage to provide 1 on 1 demo/reminder.Even when it’s after missing a ball, my athlete doesn’t feel like she is getting yelled at by a disappointed adult venting frustration. The immediate, repetitive reminders work for her! I appreciate his intentional efforts.
I liked a lot of things and learned new skills—like hand positioning when the ball comes toward your face; I really improved on that. I had a great time and was with teammates from Power League. We practiced a lot, but I wish it had been longer or lasted more days!!!! I’m so happy.
Where do I start with coach Payton! She is phenomenal, hands down. Everyone loves to win but seeing the passion and drive when the game is being played and how she breaks down the skills of the game is amazing.Not once have I seen her yell or put down the girls in the game or practice. She is their biggest cheerleader and loves pushing them to their true potential and I love watching my daughter and her teammates grow.
Coach Brian is patient with the girls, but he also holds them accountable in a way that helps them grow. He is willing to adjust offenses and defenses to fit the team’s strengths. He is very knowledgeable about injury care. Communication is one of his greatest strengths — he is clear, consistent, and honest. Coach Brian also goes beyond the court, encouraging healthy game-day eating habits to properly fuel their bodies to perform at their best.
Coach Morgan has high standards for the team and teaches the girls skills and competitiveness, and it looks like she is genuinely having fun and enjoys what she does. The results speak for themselves!
Coach Jason is the BEST coach in Thunderbolts. He’s stern, but fun, fair, and dedicated. He’s learns each players strengths and areas of improvement, but doesn’t make them feel bad about it. He’s a fantastic, well rounded coach and we feel lucky being on his team.
So far the communication and engagement has been wonderful. Much better than most other youth sports programs we’ve been a part of.
Coach Megan has been amazing! She deserves every award possible. She is patient, kind, encouraging!
Coach Margy is awesome!! She is really good with the girls and gets them to move.
Amy has helped our daughter gain so much confidence. It’s amazing what people can do when someone believes in you and pushes you to do your best.
Coach Megan is very knowledgeable about the game and positions. She makes it fun for the girls!!
Coach Danielle’s positivity and encouragement has been wonderful for our daughter this season!
Coach Megan is phenomenal with these girls! Just the right amount of tough and love. This FLEX team has been such a blessing for our volleyball-loving girl. With 2 other kids, we just can’t commit to the time it takes to be on a club team and this has been an answer to our prayers to fill this need for her!
Posted on Google Crystal Oats So thankful we are a part of this organization! My daughters volleyball skills have dramatically improved within this program.Posted on Google Justin Deutschmann We cant say enough about what this program means to our family. Our daughter has played for the Thunderbolts for a few years now. We have never even considered going anywhere else. Jadwiga Graham has built an amazing program! The format, coaches, staff, and communication have always met or beaten our expectations. Our daughter has grown as a player and person with the Thunderbolts.Posted on Google K “Siddalgh” M My daughter has been part of Thunderbolt Volleyball for just about 2 years. The program, coaches, all involved are excellent. My daughter’s skills have strengthened and her confidence has grown. The program is affordable. All the coaches are skilled and knowledgeable. The Competitive Recreation League, practices, clinics, and mini leagues are all very organized and well run. The website is easy to navigate. I highly recommend Thunderbolt Volleyball for any young boy or girl with a love of volleyball.Posted on Google VICTORIA KESLER We love the Thunderbolts! I have seen my son grow far more than the YMCA could do for us (longer practices and more skilled coaches). My son refuses to leave his coach (Coach Amy) even when he has had the opportunity to go to an all boys team. He has become more completive naturally as he is playing tougher more challenging teams. I couldn't be happier or more proud! My only complaint is that I wish they had more attire so I could support not only the organization but my son! I would gladly advertise the Thunderbolts!Posted on Google Erin Oakley Fantastic program that focuses on skill improvement, the coaches are amazing, teams are well run and the whole program is very organized.Posted on Google Jenn Liter I know that there are a lot of volleyball programs and Club teams out there, and I'm sure they are fantastic, but we have definitely found our home with Thunderbolt! The coaches (especially Coach Amy) truly care about their players and teach them the necessary skills they need to be successful in volleyball! In my opinion, anyone can be a coach but it takes a special person to be a GREAT coach and make your players feel like they are a family and take the time to work with them one-on-one on anything they might be struggling with. If you I've been looking for that particular place for your son or daughter to join a volleyball team, look no further....Thunderbolt is it!!!Posted on Google melissa anstedt Great program with a skilled and patient coach!! My daughter really excelled and finally mastered that over hand serve!!





