SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Mojo, San Diego’s Major League Volleyball team, teamed up with the San Diego Parks Foundation and the City of San Diego Parks & Recreation Department to host a free youth volleyball clinic Saturday morning at Mid-City Gym in City Heights.
Forty local athletes participated in targeted hitting drills and skill instruction led by Mojo opposite hitter Jovana Brakočević and the Mojo coaching staff. The clinic filled in less than 24 hours, with 50 additional youth placed on a waiting list, reflecting strong demand for accessible, high-level volleyball development opportunities in the community.
Mojo Head Coach Alisha Childress, an Olympic bronze medalist with Team USA and four-time NCAA national champion, praised the community turnout and the energy in the gym.
“We’re so grateful for the opportunity to work with Mid-City Gym and the Parks Foundation to help put on this clinic,” Childress said. “The energy in the gym was great, the young future volleyball stars came to learn and try new things, smiling and having fun along the way. We can’t wait to do more clinics in the greater San Diego area to help grow the game and create more opportunities for kids to develop their skills.”
Throughout the session, Brakočević and the staff guided participants through progressive skill stations, empowering young athletes to build fundamentals, boost confidence and enjoy the game in a supportive, team-focused setting. Each participant received a free San Diego Mojo T-shirt, giveaways and refreshments provided by the San Diego Parks Foundation.
The camp at Mid-City Gym was just the first of many to come,” said San Diego Mojo assistant coach Melody Nua. “We’re so grateful for the opportunity to share our love for the game and our knowledge with young volleyball players here in San Diego. Thank you to the San Diego Parks Foundation for partnering with us to organize the clinic, and to all the players and parents who came out to support our first Mojo Clinic.”
The clinic is part of the Mojo’s San Diego Risin’ community outreach initiative, designed to uplift and inspire through sport, education, and engagement across the region.
The Mojo open the 2026 Major League Volleyball season in January, with the home opener set for Jan. 11 at Viejas Arena against the defending league champion Orlando Valkyries. Season memberships are on sale now at LetsGoMojo.com. For more information, contact the team at tickets@letsgomojo.com or call 619-984-6656 (MOJO).
ABOUT SAN DIEGO MOJO
The San Diego Mojo is a professional women’s volleyball team proudly representing San Diego, California, and a founding member of Major League Volleyball (MLV) — the premier women’s professional volleyball league in North America. Owned by longtime San Diegan and UC San Diego alumnus Gary E. Jacobs, managing director of Jacobs Investment Company (JIC), the Mojo is committed to growing the game of volleyball across Southern California. Through youth clinics, community partnerships, and fan engagement, the Mojo aims to inspire the next generation of athletes while showcasing the excitement and excellence of professional sports.
ABOUT MAJOR LEAGUE VOLLEYBALL
Major League Volleyball, entering its third season, is the longest-running formal professional volleyball league for women in the United States. Designed to elevate the sport through world-class competition, commercial innovation, and cultural relevance, MLV brings together elite athletes, visionary leadership and global ambition. With alignment to USA Volleyball and a commitment to Olympic development, MLV serves as the premier pathway from professional play to the world stage. For more information, visit ProVolleyball.com.