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There are a few different types of volleyball bags out there that might be useful to the player, depending on what they need and where they play. Here is a breakdown on some of the choices to help you decide which one might be right for you or your team:

• Tournament ball bags. These large mesh bags hold multiple balls (typically in the 10 to 15 range), have reinforced bottoms and sturdy handles for easy carrying. Perfect for teams that travel a lot or even just for keeping them all in one spot at someone’s house.
• Backpack-style bags. These bags cinch at the top with a drawstring and have straps so they can be worn “backpack style” for easy transport. They hold somewhere around 5 balls. Great for beach practice if you don’t want to give chase right away when someone gets a little carried away. Many have mesh incorporated into the design for ventilation.
• Multi-purpose bags. These usually have a bag compartment and a ball attachment at the side. Often used by serious players, these have room for personal gear as well as one ball. A great individual bag choice.

Other options exist, but these are some of the most popular bags out there right now. All of these can help make your life easier when you go to transport gear, so making a choice between them really depends on your personal needs as a player.

If you play a team sport or are a coach for one, there are some things to consider incorporating into your travel routine that will help keep things organized. Having team bags, assigning duties to various players and keeping a checklist with needed travel items can all contribute to having a team that runs smoothly. Let’s take a closer look at what each of those entails:

• Team bags. These come in two types: those for individual players and those that carry gear. Purchasing the same style of bag for all the players can help keep things together when traveling. It also has the benefit of giving the team a more polished look. Other bags to invest in are ones that carry gear such as balls, bats, protective pads and other things you may need to bring along for a trip.
• Assigning duties. If everyone knows what to do when you are packing up, you’ll get to leave on time or early. There will also be less bickering if everyone has a specific duty to take care of. Examples include packing equipment, loading bags and making sure everyone is there before you go.
• Packing checklist. This handy item can be brainstormed by team members or created by the coach and used time and again for trips. Make sure to include key items such as medications, identification and uniforms.