Posted: February 18, 2022Updated: February 23, 2022 The Government of Alberta recently removed the Restriction Exemption Program and facilities for 15U & 16U Premier #1 will not require QR Code checks.  However, they are required to maintain capacity limits based on their specific occupancy loads.  Some facilities during the month of February will be able […]

Posted: February 11, 2022 The Government of Alberta removed the Restriction Exemption Program earlier this week and facilities for 14U Premier #1 will not require QR Code checks.  However, they are required to maintain capacity limits based on their specific occupancy loads.  Some facilities during the month of February will be able to host spectators […]

Posted: February 9, 2022 We thank you for your patience as we work through the logistics associated with the Government of Alberta’s recent decision to remove the Restriction Exemption Program. Volleyball Alberta is currently contacting facilities and municipalities to ensure our members will know any updated information. We will post a communication as soon as […]

Posted: Feb. 3, 2022 Source: https://volleyball.ca/en/news/calgary-s-7-chiefs-to-host-women-s-vnl-2022  Feb. 02, 2022: Volleyball Canada is pleased to confirm that 7 Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre will be the site of the women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL), this June 28 to July 03. The facility is a world-class sports and events centre founded on the rich heritage and principles of […]

Posted: January 28, 2022 Live streaming services will be available at the following facilities: Please visit HD2 Productions to find the link for each facility and court: https://hd2.ca/volleyball/ In facilities where live streaming is not being offered, there are a maximum of FIVE support staff per team. This may include a combination of the following:

Posted: January 24, 2022 Volleyball Alberta is proud to partner with Fresh Prep to offer our members an exclusive promo code to try out a new meal kit provider.  Fresh Prep has launched in Alberta with initial locations in Calgary, Edmonton, and Red Deer.  Anyone who signs up with promo code VAFRESH in the month […]

January 17, 2022 With the high prevalence of COVID-19 at the moment, Volleyball Alberta wanted to provide our community with a few important reminders to help reduce risk when training and competing. In the next few weeks, teams may want to consider prioritizing training and reducing competition to limit the number of interactions an individual […]

To help celebrate the 2022 club volleyball season and Provincial Championships, Volleyball Alberta is giving teams the chance to design and win their 2022 Provincial Championship t-shirts! To enter the contest, submit your design HERE. Your design should be inspired by themes of togetherness, being united in fun and competition, and of course, volleyball!  Contest closes […]

January 13, 2022 Volleyball Alberta will not be allowing spectators at any Premier Tournaments in February, some facilities already have this policy in place, but our decision will be reviewed for March and future tournaments. Due to the size of Volleyball Alberta tournaments and the increase in Covid–19 cases; we need to prioritize facility access […]

January 7, 2022 We are extending the registration deadline for the 17U/18U Premier #1 to Wednesday, January 12th at noon. We are overwhelmed with Sportlomo support emails and calls at the moment and have decided to prioritize getting all clubs their club portal login, username & password and trained on how to create their team sheet panels […]

Posted December 17, 2022 The Volleyball Canada (VC) Combine, presented by PUSH, provides a high-performance testing experience for volleyball athletes in Canada. This new event offers an opportunity for athletes across the country to complete the same tests that the National Team athletes go through. This event will provide athletes with a chance to see how […]

Posted: December 17, 2021 Our Volleywire newsletters are packed with important information, club volleyball updates, Volleyball Alberta seasonal programs, Team Alberta announcements, coaches corner, tips for parents, employment opportunities, and more! In case you missed our latest editions, you can view them here: December 2021 Newsletter November 2021 Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter to keep up […]

As tryouts proceed throughout the province, Volleyball Alberta wants to remind everyone that all athletes need to sign a Letter of Intent to play club volleyball this season. The Letter of Intent (LOI) is the formal recruitment & signing record used by volleyball clubs; Volleyball Alberta’s LOI is the only recognized document utilized in this signing process.  […]

Posted: November 25, 2021Updated: December 6, 2021Updated: December 17, 2021 After an extensive analysis, including legal consultation and insurance review, Volleyball Alberta has adopted an Event Vaccine Policy for our 2022 events. We understand and appreciate there are multiple perspectives regarding vaccinations and respect the passion that individuals have for our sport. Due to the evolving COVID-19 […]

Women’s 2022 National Excellence Program and U18 identification process now underway Posted November 19, 2021: Volleyball Canada’s National Excellence Program (NEP) and Team Canada U18 identification process for youth female athletes in Canada is open for registration through GMTM. GMTM is an athlete exposure platform, offering athletes a place to store all their athletic recruitment activity. The […]

Volleyball Alberta will use the following game balls for the 2022 Club Season 13U Age Class: Mikasa MVALITE14U-16U Age Classes: Mikasa VQ200017U-18U Age Classes: Mikasa V200W Mikasa recently announced that the MVALITE has been discontinued, after receiving feedback from club presidents, Volleyball Alberta will continue to use the MVALITE for the 2022 season.  A new […]

Volleyball Alberta has partnered with Skip the Depot to collect donations for scholarships for Team Alberta athletes and Alberta athletes in the National Excellence Program. You can support our high performance athletes by donating your bottles, cans, and other recyclables through Skip the Depot. Use the Skip the Depot website or apps on iOS or Android to […]

Updated: October 21, 2021 Our Sport Our priority remains with health and safety of our members. While some individual sports may be able to reduce the risks associated with COVID-19 by implementing physical distancing measures, we do not have that option during indoor volleyball game play. Even though there are some methods to improve ventilation […]

September 30, 2021 September 30, 2021 marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Public remembrance of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process. On This National […]

Starting Thursday, September 23, the City of Calgary Vaccine Passport Bylaw will call for many businesses and organizations to require proof of vaccination, recent negative COVID-19 test, or valid medical exemption letter to gain entry.  The Vaccine Passport Bylaw that will apply to recreation and fitness. School curriculum-based activities (Kindergarten to Grade 12) are not […]

Posted: September 22, 2021 We are proud to announce that Derek Hemsley is taking a leave of absence to pursue a coaching opportunity with the Bonnyville Pontiacs of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL). Join us in congratulating Derek on this exciting new venture.  We wish Derek and the Pontiacs the best of luck this […]

Posted: September 20, 2021 2022 Volleyball Canada Youth Nationals Interested in keeping up with all of the communications released regarding Nationals? Subscribe to the Volleyball Canada Nationals Mailing list so that you’re the first to know! Sign-up here: https://volleyball.us2.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=709af2a774a7e5d9d36d691e0&id=87980d17a6 Important dates were released today that coaches and participants should be circling on their calendars. Go to: https://volleyball.ca/en/competitions/2022-youth-nationals

On Monday, September 13, nine Alberta post-secondary institutions (University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Lethbridge, MacEwan University, Medicine Hat College, Mount Royal University, NAIT, SAIT, and NorQuest College) announced they will make the following enhancements to their campus safety measures: Implementation dates and details for these new measures will vary from institution to […]

Posted: September 16, 2021 Volleyball Alberta is seeking the feedback of its membership in the development of its next strategic plan.  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MemberSurveyVBAlberta The survey will be available until Friday, September 24, at 11:59 PM. The survey will take between 5 and 10 minutes to complete, depending on the detail in your responses. Names will not […]