The Stampede into the Summer
ABOUT
Get ready for the Inaugural Stampede into the Summer – the premier girls’ volleyball event on the East Coast! Mark your calendars for May 23-35, 2026, as top teams battle it out in the Poconos. This high-energy tournament features 14-16 Premier girls’ divisions,
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.
Venue
Kalahari Resorts Poconos
250 Kalahari Blvd
Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania 18349
Travel & Accommodations
Host Hotel
Kalahari Resorts Poconos
250 Kalahari Blvd
Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania 18349
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!
Kalahari Resorts & Waterpark
Booking Cutoff Date April 21, 2026 </br? Please include club/team name under ‘organization’ when booking * Hotel rooms include waterpark passes
Please include club/team name under ‘organization’ when booking
*Hotel rooms include waterpark pass
*KALAHARI Resorts is a CASHLESS venue*
Waterpark admission is included with your stay
- The waterpark can be accessed as early as 10am on the day of check-in through 3pm on the day of check-out
- Each room covers 4 guests – additional guests will be subject to an additional charge
Event Links
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
Steam Live on BallerTV
Link will be shared closer to the event
Spectator Information
$75 – 3 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 May 22, 2026, between 6pm-9pm inside the Kalahari Conference 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.