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And just like that, we’re already two weekends into the 2025 Club Volleyball Season! We hope that all the teams who’ve had the chance to compete so far have experienced the excitement, nerves, pride, sense of community, and joy that come with the sport. As the first tournaments pass by, there’s incredible potential for growth in every area. Whether you're a coach, athlete, parent, referee, or simply a volleyball enthusiast, these early competitions offer valuable takeaways for everyone. The volleyball community is a truly special one, so let’s continue to bring positivity and excitement to every weekend! Remember to enjoy the time together, as it will fly by. Keep up the hard work!
As teams prepare for upcoming tournaments, the Draws & Results Page is your go-to for schedules, team details, game times, venue details, pool sheets, results and important tournament notes. Be sure to check back the day before the event for the most up-to-date draw.
Visit our Club General Info page for competition regulations and season planning documents.
Season Roster Lock Deadline: Reminder that the season roster lock deadline is the Premier #2 roster lock date for each age class. Team staff and/or athletes can move between team rosters in their club for Premier #1 and Premier #2. Please see the tournament schedule on the Club General Info page for full details.
With the Family Day Long Weekend upon us, we hope you get to enjoy some quality time with family and friends—whether on the court or off! Just a heads-up: Our office will be closed from February 15-17, as there are no Premiers this weekend. Our team will be back in the office on February 18, ready to respond to your messages, prioritizing time-sensitive matters, and preparing for the next weekends of VA Premiers!
Team main contacts - please take a moment to verify your inbox settings and mark our emails as safe senders to ensure you don't miss important communications and reminders from your age class managers. For the latest updates, announcements, and photos, be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook - Stay connected and up to date with everything happening at Volleyball Alberta!
Coach Info Sessions - We will be combining the last three (12U, 13UG & 13UB) sessions into one that will be held on February 18th 7pm-8pm. We strongly recommend that each team's head coach or a team representative attend. Register on Sportlomo – Volleyball Alberta Events. A big thank you to the coaches who have already attended their sessions over the past few weeks. We understand that coaches have busy schedules and that attending the lives isn't always possible. For your convenience, recordings of these sessions are available on the protected club president resources page.
Coaches Lunch & Learn Series - Coaches are invited to a Lunch & Learn where Volleyball Alberta’s Coach Development Manager, Mike Ling, will present on the following topics • The NCCP LOCKER • The VCCC (Volleyball Canada Coaches Centre) • PIA Requirements & Mandatory Head Coach Education • Updates on Workshops & Evaluations • Q&A – Bring your questions! The meeting link will be emailed to those who register. Sign Up Today! Register on Sportlomo – Volleyball Alberta Events
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New Safe Sport Education Resource for Youth Athletes Now Available
Volleyball Alberta is pleased to inform our members about the Safe Sport Education Resources for Youth—a free online program offered by Volleyball Canada for athletes aged 13 to 19. Available in both English and French, this engaging resource is designed to help young athletes recognize and report abuse, set boundaries, and foster safe, healthy sports environments.
Featuring insights from top Canadian athletes like Marie-Alex Bélanger, Damian Warner, and Marissa Papaconstantinou, the program includes eight short modules, culminating in a certificate of completion. Funded by the Canadian Olympic Committee’s Return to Sport grant, this initiative is open to all youth athletes, regardless of sport.
Encourage your athletes to take advantage of this important resource—Learn more and register today at www.safesportforyouth.org.
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Please note that the Zero Tolerance Policy will be in place at Volleyball Alberta Premier Tournaments and Provincials. It acts to maintain a safe and positive environment that is appropriate for youth sports. Thank you to our volleyball community for your continued support in following the policy and contributing to a respectful and positive experience for everyone involved. | | |
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Summer Camps
Volleyball Alberta Summer Camp Registrations Opened this week - Now in 4 locations: Calgary, Edmonton, Grimshaw & Sylvan Lake. Offering Smashball Day camps for youth ages 6-11, Volleyball Day Camps for youth 12-16 and an overnight volleyball camp experience in Sylvan Lake for ages 12-16!
For more information and the links to register, please visit our website Summer Camps page.
Register on Sportlomo – Volleyball Alberta Events
Spots are limited, register early!
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GO Sports Spring Registration Is Open - Register Today!
Spring Programs start the first week of April and run for 8 weeks.
📍Calgary Programs:
🏐GO League & Atomic (9-15 years) at Genesis Centre
🏐GO League & Atomic (9-15 years) at Siksika Nation
📍Fort Saskatchewan Program:
🏐Atomic 1 (9-12 years) at Dow Centennial Centre
📍Edmonton Programs at Saville Community Sports Centre:
🏐Mini-Volley (ages 6-8)
🏐Atomic 1 (ages 9-10)
🏐Intro to Volley (ages 11-12)
🏐Atomic 2 (ages 11-12)
🏐Tripleball (ages 12-13)
🏐GO League (ages 14-18)
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School Sessions
We are booking in-class sessions for Kindergarten to Grade 6 with schools to introduce Volleyball Canada’s newest version of Volleyball – Smashball for Edmonton and surrounding areas. After each session, we will provide teachers with resources to continue to teach the game in their physical education curriculum. To book or get more information go to our website: School Sessions - Volleyball Alberta
Come visit us at the following Teacher Conventions to learn more about our school sessions and join us for an introduction to Smashball workshop.
We will be at the:
- CATCA February 20-21, 2025 in Red Deer
- GETCA February 27-28, 2025 in Edmonton
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Volleyball Alberta’s 2025 Tentative Beach Tournament Schedule has been posted. The schedule will be confirmed as the summer approaches! Please note dates/age classes may change.
The tentative schedule can be found on our website:
🏖️📋 www.volleyballalberta.ca/beach-tournaments/
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GMTM is our platform to apply for Indoor & Beach Team Alberta Identification Camps.
The applications opened on December 2nd, 2024.
Application Deadline is March 1st, 2025. Do not delay, as coaches have begun reviewing applications already.
Team AB ID camps are by invitation only and the application through GMTM must happen in order for this to take place. Once an application is uploaded, an athlete can come back and edit their videos/information. Coaches will review applications and invites to the ID camps will be sent a few weeks prior to the scheduled camp. We have added our Beach programs to this platform as well and would encourage any interested Team AB beach athletes to also apply through GMTM.
Visit our Team Alberta webpages for more specific information on dates and locations of our ID camps and plans for tryouts and training.
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Coach Eligibility Requirement Reminders
Head Coaches
Part 1 – Person In Authority (PIA) Requirements*
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CRC: Criminal Record Check
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SST: Safe Sport Training
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SDF: Screening Disclosure Form, answered at the time of annual membership registration.
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Deadline: Before participating in volleyball activities.
Part 2 – Mandatory HEAD COACH Education Requirements (13U-18U)
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MHS: Making Head Way in Sport eLearning
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MED: Making Ethical Decisions Online Evaluation
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FOV: Foundations of Volleyball eLearning
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Deadline: Roster Lock Date of your Premier #2.
Part 3 – Mandatory HEAD COACH NCCP Certification (14U-18U)
- Development Coach TRAINED ( 1st or 2nd year) or CERTIFIED ( 3rd year +) status
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Deadline: March 30, 2025.
*A PIA may not participate in volleyball activities until they have completed their CRC/SST/SDF and received screening approvals from their Club and the Volleyball Alberta Screening Designates. We are following the PIA 'awaiting approval' process as outlined on this page: PIA Checks
Assistant Coaches
Assistant Coaches, Managers, and Trainers for VA Premiers & Provincials
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CRC: Criminal Record Check
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SST: Safe Sport Training
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SDF: Screening Disclosure Form, answered at the time of annual membership registration.
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Deadline: Before participating in volleyball activities.
Coaches Attending Volleyball Canada Nationals
The most significant change for coaches competing in VC Nationals is that all coaches (Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches) listed on any Nationals roster must complete the following mandatory requirements to be eligible to participate:
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Upcoming Development Coach Workshops
- February 23, 25, March 2, 4, 2025 (JG0225) (FULL)
- March 3, 6, 10, 13, 2025 (LG0325)
- March 16, 18, 23, 25, 2025 (JG0325)
Upcoming Advanced Development Coach Workshops
- February 25, March 2, 4*, 9 , 11*, 23, 29
In-Person day: March 29
*optional office hours.
For more info and to register, please visit our website:
https://www.volleyballalberta.ca/coaches-courses-education/
More workshops will be offered in 2025! Register early, numbers are capped to facilitate the workshop effectively.
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WOW 2025
Volleyball Alberta is proud to announce the 4th Annual Women in Officiating Weekend (WOW), from Friday, March 21, 2025, to Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the Saville Community Sports Centre in Edmonton, AB. While the weekend is dedicated to empowering and supporting women referees, it’s an event that reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering growth, inclusivity, and strength within the entire Volleyball Alberta community. Highlights include an interactive speaker's panel on Friday night and officiating at the VA Premier 15U and 18U girls’ tournament. This is a chance for us to come together and show our support for the incredible women who shape the future of officiating in Alberta.
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Blue Whistle Campaign
If their whistle is blue, be kind, they're new! The Blue Whistle represents a commitment to sportsmanship and respect for all referees, regardless of age or experience.
When you see a Blue Whistle, pause and reflect -
your support helps ensure the future of youth sports.
Let’s create a positive atmosphere for everyone!
Positive Referee Feedback Form
We would love to use this information to help our awesome referees progress in their development as well as highlight individuals doing a great job. Feel free to use as much or as little detail as you'd like in your experience description. These positive comments will be shared to brighten up a Referee's day and help our leadership team with referee development! If you have a concern regarding a referee, this is not the appropriate form to submit that. Form Link
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2025 Coaching/Referee Symposium
Elevate Your Volleyball Experience – June 20-21, 2025
Mark your calendars! Volleyball Alberta’s Coaching & Referee Symposium is happening June 20-21, 2025, in Calgary, AB.
Whether you're a coach or a referee, this event will provide valuable opportunities to connect, learn, and engage with the volleyball community.
Following the symposium, we’ll come together to honor excellence in the sport at the 2025 Mikasa Achievement Awards & Hall of Fame Banquet on Saturday evening. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate Alberta’s volleyball legends and rising stars!
📆 When? June 20-21, 2025
📍 Where? Calgary, AB
🏐 More details to come! Stay tuned for updates on speakers, venues, and registration!
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Hall of Fame - Call For Nominations
Volleyball Alberta is accepting nominations to recognize outstanding achievements in Volleyball Alberta. The awards are presented in the following 5 categories: Athlete, Team, Coach, Referee and Builder.
Please take a moment to think about who should be honoured in any of the categories and consider submitting a nomination.
To view a list of Volleyball Alberta’s Hall of Fame Inductees, their bios and to submit a nomination, please visit the Hall of Fame page on our website.
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Venue Coordinators
Application deadline: Open until filled. Apply Today!
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Team AB 16U Beach Coaching opportunities. Application deadline: March 1. Apply Today! | |
We're Hiring Summer Coordinator Positions. Term: May - August. Apply Today! | | |
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Design Contest
The 50th Anniversary Provincial Logo Contest is now live!
You have until Wednesday, February 26th at 11:59 PM to submit your designs HERE.
Be sure to review the CONTEST GUIDELINES before entering.
The winner will receive a set of T-shirts for their entire team! We can’t wait to see your creative ideas—good luck!
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Pop-Up Shops
We’re excited to introduce three brand-new items for the 2025 season! You can find exclusive Volleyball Alberta merchandise at our Premiers, Provincials, and online. For in-person shopping, stop by our Edmonton pop-up at Saville Community Sport Centre every Saturday on tournament weekends throughout the season. In Calgary, visit us at Rally Point every Saturday, except on February 1, when we’ll be at Seven Chiefs Sportsplex. Don’t miss out on these exciting new items – we can’t wait to see you there!
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