6v6 sand volleyball in the heart of Highland Park. Three divisions — Competitive, Intermediate, and Recreational — playing every Sunday from June through August. All skill levels and identities welcome.
Registration usually opens every May and tends to fill up and close early once spots are gone. Hop on the notification list and we’ll email you the moment Summer registration opens.
Sundays, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
June 21 – August 23, 2026
Highland Park (Sand Courts)
151 Lake Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
6v6 coed sand volleyball
3 divisions • 7 regular weeks
+ 2 playoff Sundays
Like a fun gym class — everyone’s welcome, no experience required. Ideal for beginners or anyone playing just for the joy of the game.
The sweet spot. You know the basics — set, serve, spike — and are learning to play more strategically. Players start specializing in roles like setter or hitter.
Fast, energetic, skill-driven. Each player excels in their role, and strategy and coordination matter. Comparable to high-level club or NAGVA-rated play.
Captains self-rate their preferred division during pre-registration; final placement uses a
sliding-scale model informed by historical data so teams land where they’ll have the most balanced, competitive, and fun season.
Free agents are matched on the same six skills used in the rubric below.
Sources (live, kept up to date by the board):
Divisional System ·
Free Agent System
Teams roster up to 12 players (13 with board approval). When a roster falls below 12, free agents are matched in by competitive spirit so the dynamic stays cohesive.
Teams roster up to 10 players (12 with board approval). When a roster falls below 10, free agents are matched in by competitive spirit so the dynamic stays cohesive.
Captains and the league board use this rubric to evaluate players across six core skills. Each player ends up with an average across these skills, which maps to a division band: Rec 0–1.33, Int 1.33–2, Comp 2–3.
| Skill | RecBumpers (Recreational) | IntSetters (Intermediate) | CompSpikers (Competitive) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serving | Basic overhand or underhand serving, moderate consistency. | Consistent overhand serving, some ability to target. | Powerful and accurate serves, strategic placement. |
| Passing | Basic ball control, can return easy serves and volleys. | Good control, can handle harder serves and attacks. | Excellent control, can handle powerful serves and spikes. |
| Setting | Basic setting skills, occasional accuracy. | Consistent setting with more accuracy, some tactical placements. | Precise and varied setting, strong tactical awareness. |
| Hitting | Simple front row attacks, limited back row skills. | Strong front row attacks, developing back row skills. | Powerful and strategic hitting from all positions. |
| Blocking | Basic blocking, mainly in the front row. | Effective blocking, including reading hitters. | Strong blocking skills, anticipates and counters hitters. |
| Game Knowledge | Understanding of basic rules and positions. | Good understanding of strategy and teamwork. | Advanced understanding of strategy, positions, and team dynamics. |
Hold a NAGVA rating? The Spikers (Competitive) division is the right home.
Source: Stonewall Sports Pittsburgh — Volleyball Ratings Rubric Community Guidelines (live document, always up to date).
These Google Docs are the single source of truth maintained by the SSVB Board. The summaries on this page mirror the latest versions, but always click through to the live doc for any rule, rubric, or policy question.
The Stonewall Sports Volleyball (SSVB) League is looking for some new board members to help run our league. Are you interested in making a difference by helping build an inclusive, fun and competitive volleyball season? The season is approaching fast, and we’d love for you to join us! People of underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply.
If you’re interested, please fill out the application below.
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38 teams across 3 divisions for Summer 2026. Tap a color dot beside a team to see that division's full color map. Official shirt options: view color chart.
At a glance
Every match is three sets, and the league scores each set independently — so a team can earn 0–3 set wins per match. The team with the higher score wins the set; tied sets count as no-decision for both teams.
Within each division, teams are ranked by:
Point differential also absorbs penalties (e.g. −15 for a missed reffing shift), which is why a team can finish with a negative +/– even after winning sets.
Columns: W/L = set wins/losses, PF = points scored, PA = points allowed, +/– = PF − PA after penalties.
Giving back to the Pittsburgh community is part of who we are. Here are some of the causes and partners our league has supported.
Moments from around the league, shared by our teams.
