Through his work with Parks and Recreation, Saikley created the first city-organized volleyball instruction program in Southern California and worked largely with the city’s youth introducing them to the sport. 

He was legendary with the creation of tournaments that focused on the core components of beach volleyball: world-class talent combined with the beach lifestyle. In a nod to his original vision for the event that began in 1974, his family has worked alongside the Manhattan Beach Parks and Recreation Department to bring back the all-age inclusive, family-friendly feel to the event.

2025 also marks the eleventh year of the Jr. 6-Man, which will take place on Sunday, August 3. The youth tournament, which costs $150 per team, also aims to embrace the culture of costume-oriented team participation.