The 3rd Annual First State Showdown
ABOUT
Get ready for the 3rd Annual First State Showdown – the premier girls’ volleyball event on the East Coast! Mark your calendars for May 1-2, 2027, as top teams battle it out in Newark, DE. This high-energy tournament features 12-18 Premier girls’ divisions, guaranteeing five matches per team.
REQUIREMENTS
To be accepted into the tournament, each team must book 5 rooms per night for the duration of the event.
We’ve secured exclusive discounted rates to help keep costs low and create a smooth, unified experience for all the teams.
Teams within 50 miles of the venue are exempt.
TEAM/ROSTER REQUIREMENTS
GIRLS : PREMIER
12U 13U 14U 15U 16U 17U 18U
Venues
University Of Delaware
Newark Delaware
University of Delaware Parking and Court Details
Click here to view the JBJ x U Del Court Maps
Bob Carpenter Center & Field House:
-You will find a PDF parking map HERE for your convenience
-The lots circled in blue will be available for use throughout the weekend
-The large red Xs are located in places where you should NOT park
(do NOT use lots near tennis courts, on the grass in front of the stadium, or to the left of the stadium)
Carpenter Sports Building:
-You will find a PDF parking map HERE for your convenience
-Lots 19 and 20 lots circled in blue will be available for use throughout the weekend
-The municipal lots will also be available, but those are paid lots not managed by UD.
Bob Carpenter Center – ARENA
631 S College Ave Newark, Delaware 19716
Courts 1-3
Bob Carpenter Center – EAST & WEST GYMS
631 S College Ave Newark, Delaware 19716
Courts 4-6
Delaware Field House
621 S College Ave Newark, Delaware 19716
Courts 7-15
Carpenter Sports Building
26 N College Ave Newark, Delaware 19716
Courts 16-20
Travel & Accommodations
Host Hotel
Embassy Suites Newark Wilmington South
654 S College Ave, Newark, DE 19713
Take advantage of our Stay-and-Save program with exclusive hotel discounts for an unforgettable weekend of elite competition. Don’t miss your chance to compete against the best—secure your spot today!
Please include club/team name under ‘organization’ when booking
Courtyard by Marriott Newark-University of Delaware
Booking Details Coming Soon!
Hilton Wilmington/Christiana
Booking Details Coming Soon!
Hyatt Place Newark/Main Street
Booking Details Coming Soon!
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Newark Downtown
Booking Details Coming Soon!
Embassy Suites Newark Wilmington South
Booking Details Coming Soon!
Homewood Suites Newark-Wilmington South Area
Booking Details Coming Soon!
Schedule
The schedule will be published the Monday prior to the event on VBSchedule.com
Spectator Tickets
Link to purchase will be available closer to the eventAll ticket purchases will be through iPlex
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Spectator Information
$50 – 2 day pass
$25 – 1 day pass
Children 9 and under are free
Spectators will be required to upload a selfie or image of themselves when purchasing a ticket. This photo will appear on the QR code scanner at entry to verify your identity.
Additional information can be found here as well as the Privacy Policy.
Team Check-In
All teams must check-in Friday April, 30, 2027, between 6pm-9pm inside the Bob Carpenter Center.
**Please ensure coaches emails are correct in AES**
Each coach will receive an email with an individual QR code for entry following team check-in.
*Coaches Only*
Results will be posted to AES following the event.