After spending several years in club volleyball across multiple clubs in the San Gabriel Valley,,…read moreour family can honestly say that Stormbreaker has been the best overall club experience we've had. What makes Stormbreaker different is that it was specifically created to solve frustrations that parents and players commonly experience in club volleyball. One of the biggest issues in club volleyball is roster size. Many clubs carry 12-14 players, meaning some girls spend large portions of tournaments on the bench, players worry about being substituted out after mistakes, and teammates feel like competitors fighting for the same playing time. Stormbreaker intentionally keeps rosters smaller, typically around 9-10 players. The girls are not only on the court more often, but they have a defined role and purpose. They are part of every match and rotation rather than wondering if they will see the floor. That consistency allows players to develop confidence through real game experience instead of constantly worrying about being replaced. Another major difference is training volume. Most clubs provide two practices per week. Stormbreaker provides three, plus additional opportunities for clinics, scrimmages, and position-specific development. More touches, more repetitions, and more feedback lead to more growth. Practices are also structured differently. Stormbreaker often has multiple teams training simultaneously with four or more coaches actively involved. Athletes are divided into position groups. Setters with setting coaches, hitters with hitting coaches, liberos on defense and serve receive, middles on middle-specific skills. The specialized instruction and repetition the girls receive is dramatically higher than what we experienced elsewhere. Stormbreaker also has something most clubs don't offer: a dedicated strength and athletic development area called The Vault. The girls participate in structured conditioning sessions focused on athleticism, explosiveness, core strength, injury prevention, and volleyball-specific performance. We've personally watched players become stronger, jump higher, and gain confidence over a single season. We also appreciated that development was built into the club experience rather than requiring constant outside lessons. Between three practices, specialized coaching, strength training, clinics, and additional opportunities for extra reps, our daughter received far more development within the program itself than we experienced elsewhere. Stormbreaker is also not built around a single coach. Jonathan, the club director, is deeply involved and genuinely cares about players and families. He has invested tremendous time studying collegiate, Olympic, and high-level volleyball development systems so coaches work from a shared philosophy. Unlike many clubs where your experience depends almost entirely on one coach, Stormbreaker has worked to build a consistent developmental system. The goal is that players continue progressing regardless of which coach they have because the training philosophy, skill development priorities, and expectations are shared across the club. What impressed me most, however, is the culture. The emphasis is not only on volleyball skills but on character, confidence, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. The club's mission and core values show up in how coaches interact with players, how families support one another, and how girls are encouraged to grow as athletes and young people. Our own team faced plenty of challenges. We had players learning new positions, several first-year club athletes, and periods of instability that could have derailed development. Instead, we watched the girls improve dramatically. They became more skilled, more confident, more competitive, and more resilient. Our daughter gained meaningful court time, developed confidence, and grew more in a single season than we expected. More importantly, she genuinely looked forward to practices and finished the season loving the game even more than when she started. We've spoken with many families from other Stormbreaker teams, and our experience is not unique. Parents consistently share that their daughters improved more in one season than in previous years elsewhere. No club is perfect, and Stormbreaker is still growing. But it was intentionally built to address problems many families have simply accepted as normal in club volleyball. They created an environment where athletes can develop, compete, build confidence, and genuinely enjoy the game. For our family, the difference has been significant, and we are grateful for everything our daughter gained this season both on and off the court.

We are very happy that our daughter joined Stormbreaker volleyball club. When she first went for…read moretryouts, she already liked the place. Every week she is excited to go to practice to improve herself. The coaches are very professional and friendly. They have helped my daughter with technical skills. My daughter also asks for joining summer camps this year. Highly recommended for kids who want to play volleyball.

The Adult Recreation Center is a very good place and from my experience, we are always having a…read moregood time there. The environment is fun, welcoming and entertaining, with activities that keep everyone engaged and happy. The staff make the center feel comfortable and positive, and what truly makes it special is the director, Miss Aileen. She is the best!!!Her caring attitude and strong leadership help create such an enjoyable atmosphere, and because of her the center is a place we all love to be.

The Adult Recreation Center was actually pretty classy inside. I've hung out in the park and scoped…read morethe area for film shoots, but it's like a senior citizen hangout during the daytime. I was invited to hear Actress Tippi Hedren talk about her latest book, A Memoir. So I RSVP'ed and attended. The small auditorium was pretty spacious and comfortable. Tippi was quite graceful and she spoke eloquently about her experiences as a model, actress and wildlife initiatives. The lecture with Q&A was only 30-minutes long. I didn't stay for the book signing. The line was very long and I prefer audiobooks. Also, they sold the books at the Adult Recreation Center for $31.53. They sell it for $14.95 at the bookstores. Maybe, cheaper online as an eBook. I talked with a few people before leaving. The crowd was friendly. Nice event. The Roar Foundation and The Shambala Preserve http://www.shambala.org/

SFVRD is family and fun rolled into one. I highly recommend you give it a try. It's the best stress…read morereliever as well as helping me with my fitness and overall health.

Amazing league. Loved watching their bout last week, and would totally try out skating with themread more

Thank you Christian for rectifying this for us, truly appreciate how fast you took care of this for…read moreus. Looking forward to working with you soon.

We love YK, but most importantly our child does. He started when he was a kindergartener. I don't…read moreknow much about basketball but I can see the growth he has attained by practicing with his teammates and coaches. The coaches do a wonderful job of balancing age appropriate drills and feedback. I didn't realize how much my child had grown in his basketball development until I saw his moves and collaboration with his teammates. Couldn't be happier with the staff and the coaching they provide.

This is something I really can't hold back anymore…read more Mind you, my son is not the best player, nor is he a great setter. But he has heart. He has fight. He has the drive to succeed. He's a winner in my book. Last year, in 2025, our team finished in the Top 9 out of 97 teams at Nationals. We all thought we'd run it back this season. This fall, my son was offered a spot on the team. We were ecstatic and couldn't wait for the season to begin. Then my son told me there were three setters on the roster. I thought, "That's interesting." So I called the coach to clarify. I asked, "So my son will have to compete for the setter position?" That's perfectly fine with us. My son relishes a challenge. He has always shown tenacity, energy, intensity, and motivation. When he has to fight for his position, he rises to the occasion. What came next absolutely shocked me. The coach said, "No, he won't play. Even if he shows his abilities, he will not play." I asked, "What are you saying? You're telling me that no matter how hard my son works in practice, no matter how much he improves, he will not play at all?" He replied, "That's correct. I'm already set on my two setters." Let that sink in. No matter how hard he works... No matter how much he improves... No matter what he proves in practice... He will not play. Then why invite him onto the team? Why ask families to commit thousands of dollars if the decision has already been made? Why give a child hope if there was never going to be an opportunity? The only consolation we were given was this: "If one of the setters gets injured, your son MAY have a chance to play." I've been involved in sports for decades. I've played. I've coached. I even run my own youth basketball league. This is the very first time I've ever heard a coach tell a player, before the season even begins, that no matter how hard they work, they will never have an opportunity. This isn't about my son being guaranteed playing time. This isn't about demanding a starting position. This is about telling a child that effort doesn't matter. That sacrifice doesn't matter. That the extra hours, the missed weekends, the long drives, the money parents spend, the belief that hard work creates opportunity... none of it matters because the decision has already been made. What kind of message are we sending our kids? Imagine your own son hearing those words. Imagine explaining to your child that no matter how hard they train, no matter how much they improve, they were never truly given a chance. That breaks a young athlete. I have tremendous respect for Kenji, Coach Patrick, and many others on the SGV staff. This isn't about them. It's about who we entrust to lead and mentor our children. Coaches are supposed to motivate. They're supposed to inspire. They're supposed to teach kids that if you work hard enough, you can earn your opportunity. Not tell them, "You've already lost before you even begin." SGV is one of the best if not "THE BEST"volleyball clubs in the San Gabriel Valley. That's exactly why I'm speaking up. Because reputations aren't built solely on trophies and national rankings. They're built on values. Every parent who writes that check is trusting that their child will be developed, encouraged, challenged, and given an opportunity to earn their place. Not promised a role. Not guaranteed a position. But given a chance. For context, my son plays Varsity at Arcadia High School and was a rotating starting setter as a junior. He isn't asking for anything to be handed to him. He's simply asking for the same thing every young athlete deserves: A chance. And to the owners of SGV: please don't let this become the culture of a club that so many families have trusted and respected. Our kids deserve better. They deserve honesty. They deserve hope. Most of all, they deserve a chance. NEGATIVE ZERO STAR FOR THE COACH!! 5 STARS FOR THE PROGRAM!

Best club ever won every game saw improvement in my daughter and she serves over hand and dives she…read moreis doing so good I say come here for a change in playe.

Came to watch some friends compete in a friendly flag football tournament. There is currently some…read moreconstruction underway so parking was a little tight but it worked out. Bathrooms were open and clean. Reservations seemed to be a smooth process for the field and there were employees from the complex to help with logistics too. It was a really nice background for a sports complex and the fields were clean and well kept. Lastly, there are also trails that go through the sports complex so a good place to park for a hike or a walk with a dog. Lastly, there is a mound that serves as a natural seating location for watching soccer or football games. Before the same fully comes out its quite nice to just sit there and maybe even have a picnic too.

I've been playing softball here for years, and overall it's a solid complex. Glendale Sports…read moreComplex has well-maintained fields, plenty of space, and usually enough parking. It's also generally pretty organized, which goes a long way when you're dealing with multiple leagues and games going on at once. That said... they're making some seriously questionable decisions right now. They decided to install solar panels during one of the busiest times of the year, which has cut the parking lot in half. So now everyone's forced to park on nearby streets--which would be fine, except the signage is confusing at best and borderline impossible to interpret at worst. To make things worse, police have suddenly started patrolling the area constantly and handing out tickets like crazy. I've been coming here for years and never seen ticketing like this before--it honestly feels like shooting fish in a barrel. And yes, they'll even ticket you for not curbing your wheels. Between the reduced parking, unclear street rules, and aggressive enforcement, it really feels like a cash grab--and it's frustrating for people who are just trying to show up and play. All that said, I still appreciate having this complex. It's a great spot for both softball and soccer, and when things are running smoothly, it's a really enjoyable place to play. Bottom line: great facility, but right now the parking situation is a mess. Plan ahead... or risk leaving with more than just a loss on the field.

I have played Kickball with WAKA and in Circuit Tourneys and LASN is the best by far. The process…read moreis so well thought out! Drinks out (no alcohol, it's CA :) and music playing, corn hole boards and Kan Jam at the 'Party Zone' and good attitudes all around. LASN is my new sports company for sure!

This league is the most fun I've ever had playing kickball. It's run really well... great…read moreequipment, painted lines, good competition, fun atmosphere, great venue. It's perfect.

Coach Andreas is a gem!! He really cares about the kids learning soccer skills and game IQ. His…read morepassion shines through in his coaching. His team of coaches are patient and approachable as well. I love that games are Sundays, because my family does multiple sports, and those games are usually Saturdays. Can't recommend this league enough, my only hope is that the instruction stays top quality as Nordic continues to grow.

My son has been training with the Vikings for over two years now, and he absolutely loves it…read more There's a place for everyone at practice, regardless of age or skill level, and the Sunday League is just amazing! A new club is being formed this season, which will give the kids even more opportunities to grow and develop. Don't hesitate--bring your children along, you won't regret it! A big thank you to Andreas and everyone involved!

UPDATE - FRAUD WARNING When we were researching basketball…read moreteams for our son, joining an AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) affiliated team was a top priority. The head coach fraudulently misrepresented that his was an AAU program. He enticed us and took our money, charging us for a full season up-front, then immediately dropped our son's team from participating in any games, when we started to question the "league games" that consisted of primarily playing against the same one or two teams. There are plenty of legit teams around. AVOID THIS FRAUDULENT ONE AT ALL COSTS, and spread the word. (See attached email pics) --- ORIGINAL REVIEW: BUYER BEWARE A short while after our kid had joined the Warriors team and played some games and scrimmages, we realized they had played multiple times against the same, much more advanced team, losing by 20-30 points each game. Other AAU teams make it a point not to play the same team twice, we have since learned. It is a big league, after all. After hearing numerous parent and child complaints about this one day, I emailed the coach, asking if the Warriors had plans to play against more evenly matched teams--or ANY other teams, stating also, "I agree winning shouldn't be the main focus, but I also know our child is not the only player who is disheartened, losing by so many points every game. It's just not an even match with that particular team." The head coach, Conrad, responded by canceling all our child's games "until further notice", and refused us even a partial refund. Then he claimed that all we cared about was winning (not true at all). He also falsely claimed that we had major concerns about our son's playing time, when we had never remotely raised any such concern. Despite being given multiple chances to do the right thing, clearly head coach Conrad was reaching for excuses to justify his operating in bad faith. What child would want to practice on a summer team that doesn't play any games--especially after having previously participated in the games? When I suggested the coach should take accountability for putting our child in a position to want to search for another team to join, he instead deflected and completely distorted the facts of the situation, and hid behind a "no refunds" policy. So be it, but the community should be warned. We did not press the coach for a refund for the team jersey once he stated his policy; however we felt that it was ethically questionable to discontinue our child's games shortly after charging us $100 for a uniform--and not to offer any partial refund for unused future practice time in good faith, despite HIS decision to cancel the games on our child. We did share what the consequences would be, if our request for a partial refund was denied, for unused practice time starting after Conrad canceled our child's team. When Conrad failed to respond, we eventually had to put a deadline on the response before taking this public. As stated above, there were multiple chances for this coach to do the right thing. We have been involved in many sports with different coaches, and this is the first time our child has ever reported feeling that the coach's style was abusive--specifically the head coach. There were times during practice when our child asked what he had gotten wrong during a drill, and, instead of teaching or correcting our child--the coach just screamed at our child to go to the back of the line. We also witnessed another child fall and slam his head against the concrete block wall of the gymnasium one time, crying afterwards--with very little, if any, concern shown by the coach. Avoid this basketball club. It is not well organized and the communication with parents is poor. The head coach does not embody the values he claims to impart on young, impressionable students of the game. He'll gladly take your money when the team is clearly maxed out beyond reasonable capacity, and won't think twice about kicking your kid to the curb, if you raise a simple concern.

My son loved the basketball camp. First time ever. Learned a lot and enjoyed the weeks end games…read more He was even moved up an age group. Thank you Coach