Queen City

Queen City Starlings Welcomes You!

WHO ARE WE?

Queen City Starlings (QCS) is a non-profit volleyball program that offers all athletes the opportunity to play at the club level. Volleyball in the Charlotte, North Carolina area is very competitive. Our mission is to diversify the sport of volleyball by being more inclusive, welcoming all talented athletes an opportunity to compete and thrive. Our focus is to give underrepresented athletes the chance to compete. Underrepresented means that you may be at a disadvantage due to your socioeconomic status (i.e., you are unable to afford the high fees at another club), limited transportation to courts, inability to afford travel expenses, limited access to outside training, or other things that inhibit equal participation in the sport. Junior club volleyball dues continue to increase, reducing the ability of economically challenged athletes to be able to participate. Starlings club dues are dramatically minimized to offer the opportunity to athletes from all communities. We play at the same competitive level and at the same tournaments as other local clubs. Fundraising and sponsorships make this opportunity possible.

Furthermore, we work to empower athletes in the sport with leadership, character, and citizenship through community service. We are happy to bring a mental wellness aspect into our program, giving QCS the opportunity to make a transformative impact on our athletes on and off the court.

Come join our team! Our focus is to eliminate the politics and concentrate on making the player the best they can be in competitive play. Queen City Starlings may be the place for you. We are developing great talent and we are looking to grow! Questions? Contact us via email at qcstarlings@gmail.com.

Queen City Starlings competes in volleyball tournaments throughout the southeastern region. These regional tournaments are organized and sanctioned by the USAV/AAU/JVA governing bodies.

We invite volleyball players from the greater Charlotte, North Carolina communities and surrounding counties (e.g., Mecklenburg, Union, Cabarrus, Gaston, Lincoln, Iredell, York, Lancaster).

QCS Tournament Schedule

2025-26 Tryout Registration

Thought is was too late to join a team? Tryouts for the 2025-26 season are open for private tryouts only. We still have space available on the rosters for QCS Rising (14U), 16U/17U middle hitters. Registration will remain open until spots are filled. Practices and tryouts are held at Crews Rec Center, 1201 Crews Rd, Matthews, NC 28105

During this upcoming season, QCS will place special emphasis on mental performance and mental wellness for the entire QCS family - coaches, players, and parents.

All practices begin in November

National teams compete December through June
QCS Rising competes December through January
All other regular season teams compete December through April/May

Send us a message and we will schedule a tryout for you.

Click here to register for tryouts.

Need training? Sign up for our training events here!

2025 East Coast Starlings Regional Tournament

New to Volleyball?

Are you new to volleyball and need to learn the basic rules of the game? This document will provide all to need to know to cheer your team on.

Download the complete guide for volleyball

USAV INDOOR RULE BOOK

2023-2025 usav RULES CHANGE SUMMARY

Starlings Parent / Player Handbook

USAV Age Definitions

(JVA will allow age waivered players in club division competitions – the age waiver will allow the athlete to play at grade level with their peers, provided they are not more than one year older than the current age definition. )

Club Resources for Parents & Athletes

In the Club Resources section, you will find useful information for parents and athletes. Starlings Volleyball, USA helps with registration fees for youth, who without financial assistance, would be unable to participate in the Starlings volleyball programs. Thinking about playing in college? There is also helpful information to learn how to recruited to play college volleyball.

Learn more about getting financial assistance and for recruiting resources...

Parent & Parent Handbook

Abuse Awareness Information

HEADS UP to Youth Sports Coaches: Online Concussion Training

Download the Financial Assistance Application

Sponsorship

Queen City Starlings is looking for sponsors just like you to provide opportunities for players to compete! Contact us about being a sponsor and help someone to grow in athletics and in the game of life! Your business would be highlighted here.