Boys Volleyball Club · Des Plaines, IL · USAV Great Lakes Region · Emerging
Also known as: BVA · Bulgarian
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Bulgarian Volleyball Academy is the #250 ranked boys youth volleyball club in IL for the 2025-2026 season, classified as an Emerging club with a VolleyLens club score of 1208 across 3 teams (1 elite).
| Team | Elo | Matches | Record | Win% | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BVA - Lions 15-1 | 1897 (Elite) | 63 | 31-32 | 49% | 15 |
| BVA - Lions 13-1 | 1556 (Competitive) | 22 | 16-6 | 73% | 13 |
| BVA - Lions 14-1 | 1471 (Developing) | 20 | 11-9 | 55% | 14 |
| Season | Division | Rank | Club Score | Teams |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | Girls | #2809 | 1249 | 4 |
| 2025-26 | Boys | #422 | 1092 | 2 |
| 2024-25 | Boys | #250 | 1208 | 3 |
BVA Lions is a small youth volleyball club in the Des Plaines area serving ages 9-15 with programs for both boys and girls. The club prioritizes long-term player development and proper fundamentals over short-term competitive results, offering individual attention through small group sizes. The club blends North American, South American, and European volleyball methodologies to develop well-rounded players.
Competitive Level: Developing club program
Facilities: Multiple locations including Little Bulgaria Center (832 Lee St, Des Plaines), Dee Park (9229 W Emerson St, Des Plaines), and Golf Maine Park District (8800 Kathy Ln, Niles).
Bulgarian Volleyball Academy is based in Des Plaines, IL and competes in the USAV Great Lakes Region.
For the 2025-2026 season, Bulgarian Volleyball Academy fields 3 teams, including 1 at the Elite tier (1700+ Elo).
Bulgarian Volleyball Academy competes in the USAV Great Lakes Region.
Bulgarian Volleyball Academy is currently ranked #250 nationally among youth club volleyball programs with a VolleyLens club score of 1208, classified as a Emerging tier club.