We look forward to welcoming you to the
2025 Ozark Challenge!
Date: January 11-12, 2025
Age: 10U-18U
10U-11U - Saturday January 11th Only
12U-18U - Saturday and Sunday January 12th
Cost (10U-11U) - $350 per team (No fees added by paying online)
Cost (12U-18U): $450 per team (No fees added by paying online)
Location: See information below
Registration on AES opens: October 1, 2024 8:00 AM EST
Entry Fee Deadline: November 15, 2024
Registration Deadline: December 23, 2024
Roster Deadline: December 30, 2024
Refund Policy: No refunds after December 13, 2024
Admissions: $10 admission per day
Students ages 7-16 and senior citizens 65 and older: $5 per day
Kids 6 and Under: FREE
All admissions ticketing will be done online
AGE | WAVE | FACILITY | LOCATION |
---|---|---|---|
10's-11's | All Day SATURDAY ONLY | Arkansas Athletes Outreach South (AAOS) | 1515 Burr Oak Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72704 |
12's | 8:00 am | Arkansas Athletes Outreach North (AAON) | 4667 S. Dixieland Rd., Suite 100 Rogers, AR 72758 |
13's | |||
4 Pools | 2:30 pm | Arkansas Athletes Outreach South (AAOS) | 1515 Burr Oak Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72704 |
1 Pool | 2:30 pm | Springdale Rec Center (SRC) | 1906 Cambridge Street, Springdale AR 72762 |
14's | 2:30 pm | Arkansas Athletes Outreach North (AAON) | 4667 S. Dixieland Rd., Suite 100 Rogers, AR 72758 |
15's | 8:00 am | Springdale Rec Center (SRC) | 1906 Cambridge Street, Springdale AR 72762 |
16's | 2:30 pm | Springdale Rec Center (SRC) | 1906 Cambridge Street, Springdale AR 72762 |
17's-18's | 8:00 am | Arkansas Athletes Outreach South (AAOS) | 1515 Burr Oak Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72704 |
Coaches Meeting: There will be no coaches meeting. Coaches are responsible for reading and understanding the rules and regulations. Please be aware that changes to the schedule might occur a day prior to the event. It is the coach's responsibility to check and make sure that they know the most updated schedule.
Facility Rules:
- Admission Fees:
$10 per day
Students ages 7-16 and senior citizens 65 and older: $5 per day
Kids 6 and Under: Free
All admissions ticketing will be done online.
- No outside food or drinks allowed at any of the facilities. Concessions available.
- No coolers allowed
- All Facilities have seating provided. There will be limited space for personal chairs.
- Spectators must remain in seating area only
Locations:
Arkansas Athletes Outreach South (AAOS)
1515 Burr Oak Street
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Arkansas Athletes Outreach North (AAON)
4667 S. Dixieland Road
Rogers, AR 72758
Springdale Park and Recreation Facility (SRC)
1906 Cambridge Street
Springdale, AR 72762
Check-In: Team check-in will be completed online.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
The tournament will NOT be canceled due to weather. Please use your own judgement.
PARKING
AAO SOUTH PARKING
Overflow parking is located at the south side of the building at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Please do NOT park in the apartment building complex as you will be towed.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but wanted to head off any potential problems.
Format: (Depending upon number of entries/age divisions). 4 Matches total guaranteed for the tournament (10s-11s)
5 Matches total guaranteed for the tournament (12s-18s)
ONE DAY EVENT (10's-11's):
- Pool play in the morning
- Bracket play in the afternoon
TWO DAY EVENT (12'S-18'S):
-Pool play Saturday
-Bracket play Sunday
- 4 Team Pools Best 2 out of 3 sets to 25 - NO CAP start at 0-0, 3rd set to 15 start at 0-0
- NO CAP, unless started differently on the schedule
- 5 Team Pools 2 sets to 25 starting at 4-4
- Pools play begins at 8:00 am
- Warm-up: 2 (shared) - 4 - 4 minutes each team including serving.
Officiating:
- 1st Officials provided
- Teams are required to have an officiating crew consisting of 2 line judges, 1 scorekeeper, 1 libero tracker, 1 down official
- Be aware that during playoffs WINNERS MAY HAVE TO OFFICIATE
Officiating Penalties: Failure to provide officiating crew for your assignment could results in the forfeit of the 1st set of your next match. A coach must be present at the court site during officiating assignments. For every minute the officiating crew is late or incomplete, one point will be given to their opponent (up to 25-0 forfeit). The clock starts at match time.
Awards: 1st and 2nd place individual awards
Lodging: Tournament Directors have negotiated to get great group booking rates for your teams or individual booking needs. Please click the links below for your favorite properties.
For more tournament information you can contact Jenny Lingenfelter at jenny@ozarkjuniors.com / (479) 200-4422
For more lodging information you can contact Carey Lingenfelter at carey@ozarkjuniors.com / (479) 601-2187
LODGING INFORMATION
Reserve your stay now to ensure this special pricing before the event. No charge to book and cancel at any time.
This interactive map will enable you to determine which property is located within geographical distance of the facility your team is playing in. All properties listed here have a proffesional arangement with our events and special pricing. Reserve your stay now to ensure this special pricing before the event. No charge to book and cancel at any time.
Immerse yourself in Razorback traditions and local history at Graduate by Hilton Fayetteville, AR. Brimming with college nostalgia and creative interiors, our hotel sits just off the Downtown Square, close to the University of Arkansas campus. Enjoy inspired guest rooms, an indoor-outdoor pool, our welcoming Trophy Room bar and restaurant, and signature Graduate touches.
Located in Springdale AR, our hotel offers easy access to University of Arkansas, Washington County Fairgrounds, Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, Crystal Bridges Museum, and more. Northwest Arkansas National Airport is 30 minutes away.
Located just off I-49 at the end of a cul-de-sac, surrounded by multiple restaurants and the NW Arkansas Mall. Altitude Trampoline Park & Mud Creek Trail (which runs into the 36 mile Razorback Greenway Trail) are right next to the hotel.
Our all-suite, extended-stay hotel is located near University of Arkansas, Arvest Ball Park, and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art as well as key offices for Tyson, Georges, and Walmart. You'll love our free breakfasts, full kitchens, and free Wi-Fi.
As a continual recipient of the Quality Excellence Award, Holiday Inn Hotel Springdale/Fayetteville Area promises a comfortable stay with a knowledgeable staff and thoughtful amenities.
We are just North of Fayetteville, Arkansas on I-49, and in the center of Northwest Arkansas making us convenient to Rogers, Bentonville, and the Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA). We're also right off of US-412 making it an easy drive to Siloam Springs and Eastern Oklahoma.
We’re just minutes from Springdale Park and Rec Center, and a short drive from downtown Fayetteville and Beaver Lake’s 500 miles of shoreline, fishing, and hiking trails. Enjoy an Arkansas & Missouri Railroad daytrip. We offer free hot breakfast, a fitness center featuring a Peloton® Bike with toe cages, and an outdoor pool. WiFi is on us.
Located off I-49, Aloft Rogers-Bentonville offers easy access to destinations like Walmart AMP, Pinnacle Hills Promenade, Crystal Bridges Museum, Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, and Pinnacle Country Club. Northwest Arkansas Airport is 20 minutes away.
Our location is ideally located directly by Pinnacle Hills Promenade offering shopping & restaurant opportunities within walking distance. We are less than 2 miles from the Walmart AMP and within 20 minutes to downtown Rogers or Bentonville.
Travel your way at Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville. Our Bentonville, AR hotel has everything you need to maintain your balance on the road. Refresh in our stylish rooms with modern decor, ergonomic workspaces, and signature plush bedding. Stop by Ozark Lounge for craft beers and tasty appetizers in an inviting atmosphere. You can also try restaurants nearby like Flavors Indian Cuisine, Big Whiskey's, and The Preacher's Son. Feel your best at our 24-hour gym or enjoy outdoor recreation at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve. During your stay, easily get to top attractions like Crystal Bridges, Walmart AMP, and Pinnacle Hills Promenade. We're also near offices for Sam's Club, Tyson Foods, and Deloitte. Our free parking and convenient location just 20 minutes from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport make our versatile event venues a great choice for your upcoming formal event or special occasion. Whether you're in town for business or pleasure, enjoy your stay at Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville
Official site of Staybridge Suites Bentonville - Rogers. Staybridge Suites offers free breakfast, free internet, social evening receptions, a fitness room, and 24/7 laundry.
You can watch all matches played at both AAO Whitaker Sports Centers with LiveBarn!
CODE: AAO1-OZRK
Unfortunately, matches at the Springdale Rec Center will not be live steamed.