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Nominate Student-Athletes
Nominate a deserving student-athlete and give them the opportunity of a lifetime!
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Nomination
We are looking standout leaders and performers in high school girls volleyball. All nominees are guaranteed a spot on the tour.
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Invitation
All nominees will be connected with a Beyond Sports team member to discuss any questions before deciding if they'd like to take advantage of this opportunity.
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Preparation
If a nominee decides to attend, our team will work with the athlete and her family to make sure she is ready to go for the adventure of a lifetime!
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Tour Destinations
Spain Tour Highlights
9-Days, 8-Nights | Summer 2024
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All inclusive package––including all hotel lodging, three meals per day, and all excursions.
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Three exhibition games against top-level Spanish club teams
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Coaching from current NCAA women's volleyball coaches (learn more below)
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Three athlete-centered leadership development workshops
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Visits to the top landmarks in Barcelona and Valencia, Spain
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24/7 Beyond Sports staff accompaniment and full-coverage international health insurance
Testimonials
Program Alum
"Every aspect of the trip was incredible. I had so much fun. I learned about myself and skills that will help me, got to experience so many new things, and met so many amazing people. Being able to play lacrosse, the sport I love, in another country was an opportunity that I would have never imagined would come my way."
Former Tour Coach
"You won't regret the decision to say YES! It is a great experience to play your sport, travel to see another country and create memories with new friends! I had a great experience and would recommend this organization to anyone!! From beginning to end the staff and our tour guides we AMAZING!! Super grateful for the opportunity to be apart of the program."
Parent of Program Alum
"My daughter keeps telling people that, 'It was the experience of a lifetime, the best thing I've ever done.' To hear these words every time that someone asks makes it worth the cost and nerves of sending her abroad."
Tour Coach
Darby Bourdon
Asst. Women's Volleyball Coach | Transylvania University
Bourdon is in her fifth year of coaching in the Transylvania University Women's Volleyball program. In her second season as an assistant Bourdon helped lead the Pioneers to a 28-6 record earning a fourth straight HCAC Championship and third NCAA Tournament berth, and advancing all the way to the NCAA Elite 8. As a coach, Bourdon has helped recruit and develop numerous all-conference honorees.
Bourdon played collegiately Transylvania University from 2015 to 2018. As a student-athlete, Bourdon helped the team win it's first out-right conference title in her senior season. She still ranks fifth all-time in career blocks for the Transylvania Women's Volleyball program.
Since 2015, Bourdon has been a coach in the club volleyball circuit. She is ecstatic for this opportunity to share a life-changing experience with young volleyball athletes!
Tour Coach
Jennifer Buckman
Asst. Women's Volleyball Coach | University of Chicago
Buckman is in her fifth year of coaching collegiate women's volleyball. Prior to serving as the assistant at the University of Chicago, Buckman was as the assistant at Ithica College. While at Ithica, Buckman helped the team advance to the NCAA Round of 16 in 2019.
Originally from Lexington, Kentucky, Buckman played DIII volleyball at Transylvania University, where she played outside hitter and served as team captain. In her senior season, Buckman played a crucial role in her team's first-ever conference championship.
Buckman graduated from Transylvania with a degree in Psychology and Spanish Language & Literature. She is thrilled about this opportunity and is eager to share her passions for youth empowerment, volleyball, and adventure!
Coach FAQs
What is the cost of this tour?
The program cost is $3995––which includes all meals, all lodging, all programming, and international health insurance.
If cost is prohibitive, we do have fundraising and scholarship resources available to assist students.
What's the value of this experience?
Our high school sports tours unlock confidence in athletes––both on and off the field of play. This is an opportunity for young adults to challenge themselves beyond their comfort zone, meet likeminded peers and mentors, and return home with remarkable memories of adventure!
Can family travel with my student-athlete?
Yes, family members are welcome to travel with their daughter. We offer a travel package for accompanying family members.
How many student-athletes can I nominate?
Coaches can nominate up to three student-athletes per team.
If I nominate a student-athlete, are they required to attend?
No, attendance is not required. Once a student is nominated, she'll be connected with one of our tour coordinators to learn more about this program. She and her family will have the opportunity to decide if this is a good fit for her.
What is the right age for this tour?
For this tour, we are enrolling student-athletes in the graduating classes of 2024 through 2026. We are looking for student-athletes in that age range who meet the nomination criteria above.
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