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
- Cost: $315-$345
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
- 4 Gateway Club tournaments against other club teams
- Four additional practices to prepare for tournaments
- Lower time commitment than Select
- Strong bridge to Select Club
- 12-16U
- Cost: $880-$940
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COMPETE.
COMPETE WITH PURPOSE. PURSUE EXCELLENCE.
Thunderbolt Select is our most competitive club program for athletes who are serious about volleyball, committed to improvement, and ready to compete at a high level.
- 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
- Cost: $2795-$3095
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
THUNDERBOLT SPARKS - 7-8U
REGISTRATION FOR WINTER SESSION IS OPEN!!
Thunderbolt has successfully launched a new program for the youngest athletes! Learn fundamentals and have buckets of fun while doing it! Led by an experienced Coach who loves working with the youngest ones! 1:5 Coach-Student ratio to ensure sufficient instruction and attention.
The next session begins on 11/1
Join our Sparks! Find YOUR Spark!

SELECT CLUB TRYOUTS!!
It’s time to register for Select Club Tryouts for 12-14U Select Girls teams.
We will have 1 x12U team, 2 x 13U teams, 2 x 14U teams, and already formed 2 x 15U teams and 1 x 16U team.
- Regional Teams – 9-10 Tourneys, 2 travel
- Travel Teams – 9-10 Tourneys, 3-4 travel
- AAU Nationals, Orlando FL – merit-based.
Orientation Night: 10/16 6:30-8 pm, Child of God, St. Peters

INTRODUCING POWER LEAGUE FLEX!!!
IMPROVE YOUR GAME. Experience Select Club Volleyball
This program is for players who wish to experience Club tournaments without a 6 month committment of a Select Club. If you have elevated skills, are competitive, driven, want structured development and more competition — Flex might be for you!
Tryouts will be on 10/27 right after Select Club Tryouts.
16-week program, 4 Gateway-sanctioned club tournaments, 16 regular games played during business week, 20 practices.
Cost: 12U – $880, 13-16U – $940 per 16-week session.
High Value – Low cost.
Registration for tryouts will be released on 10/12.

WINTER SESSION - POWER LEAGUE TRYOUTS
On 10/31 we will be hosting tryouts for Power League teams. We offer programs for 9-12U and 13-16U on teams of various levels. Join us! Registration is required. Location and exact time will be emailed to you on 10/30th upon registration closure.

POWER BOOSTER - Semi-Private lessons
Special offering for players who might need extra touches and extra 1:1 attention from the coach. Boost your skills in a small group and very focused lesson.

COACHES NEEDED
Join our merry group of dedicated coaches who care to help athletes become better, more rounded players and prepare them for the next level of play.
Join an organization that cares about Coach’s well being and handles administrative matters so the Coach can focus on what Coach does best: Coaching!
Great incentives, great culture, worthy purpose.

WHAT THUNDERBOLT FAMILIES VALUE
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 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!
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 Megan is very knowledgeable about the game and positions. She makes it fun for the girls!!
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!
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!
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 Danielle’s positivity and encouragement has been wonderful for our daughter this season!
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.
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.
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!
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 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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.





