After almost a 2 year hiatus due in part to government lockdown, Phoenix Volleyball Club returned in 2023 with a new style and attitude. Developing player fundamental technical skills in a competitive environment continues to be our mission and thanks to the support of our coaches, staff/volunteers, parents, and players we achieved much success in reaching our goals over the season.
Our continued objective is to develop self-confidence and inspire our athletes to help themselves and others achieve success in reaching their goals as individuals and as part of their team.
The steady growth and development of our players on and off the court was evident to everyone as the 2023 season progressed. Now, looking forwards in preparation for the 2024 season, we are extremely excited for the future of Phoenix Volleyball Club and our athletes !
OUR COACHING PHILOSOPHY
We believe the success of our players is achieved through their development in three key areas: personal development, athletic development, and sport specific skill development.
Personal development is important on many levels. Our coaches strive to model and create an environment of trust, respect, and empathy with each player through their words and actions which players can exemplify to others. Team outings and activities including workshops, community service, player journals, goal setting, and coach/player meetings all help to create bonds and life skills required to communicate effectively and manage interpersonal relationships.
Athletic development is achieved through strength and conditioning programs, mental health and nutrition workshops, and other related activities. Creating healthy physical and mental life habits is not only critical in sport but also in every aspect of life.
Volleyball specific fundamentals including correct skill mechanics and proper technique are crucial in creating a strong foundation for our players development. These fundamentals are the baseline standard that our coaches strive to develop in all our players allowing them to progress and enhance their skill set as they mature physically, mentally, and emotionally. As with individual play, team strategy along with self-assessment and analysis is developed into their skill set as players progress.
Our mission is to provide the highest level of dynamic coaching to athletes as possible across all our programs while fostering and growing their love of the game in a competitive but fun and motivating environment. We want to challenge and inspire our athletes to succeed not only on the court as players but, also mirror the same integrity, sportsmanship, and empathy we try to instill into their daily lives.
Sure it's nice to win but, the goal for Phoenix Volleyball coaches is not to win games... it is to provide our athletes with the skills, tools, and opportunity to achieve their own personal and team goals that will lead them to success on and off the court.
2024 SEASON INFORMATION
Tryout information can be found here.
Phoenix Volleyball Club is planning to field at least one team in each of the following age classes for the 2024 season
13U
Head Coach: Chris Sommerhalder
Co-Coach: Quinn Borrowman
Assistant Coach: TBD
Team Assistant: Emily Wilson
14U (TBD)
** No 14U team **
15U
Head Coach: Chris Sommerhalder
Assistant Coach: TBD
Club Athletic Therapist: TBD
SEASON DURATION
Apart from tryouts and Orientation Day in December, our actual club season officially begins with the first practice January 8, 2024 and ends with Provincials for 13U teams or Nationals for all other teams. Our club banquet is held shortly after Nationals.
PRACTICE AND TRAINING
All teams practice at least 3 times a week starting early January and are normally Monday to Thursday evenings as most tournaments start on Friday evenings. Teams may alternate number of practices and/or locations to allow extra practice time if needed for upcoming tournaments. Teams may also practice together to facilitate an environment which allow athletes to train and gain further experience in game like situations.
In addition to our regular practices, we are excited to announce that as part of our training, we are teaming up with the Sport Performance Centre to customize a strength and conditioning program for select teams. Partnering with the experts at Sport Performance Centre will further enhance the development and well being of our athletes and help to further achieve their personal and team goals.
While we realize the importance and benefit for athletes to explore other activities and sports, being part of the Phoenix Volleyball family is a big commitment. It is a commitment to your team by both players and their families. We believe players that can prioritize their time accordingly will achieve the greatest success and benefit from our club program.
The training schedule below has not been finalized and is subject to change as locations, coaches, and teams are confirmed into December.
13U Training Schedule
Monday
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Robert H. Smith School, 315 Oak St
Tuesday
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Polson School, 491 Munroe Ave
Wednesday
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM, Sport Performance Centre, 145 Pacific Ave
(strength & conditioning)
and
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Munroe Jr High, 405 Munroe Ave
(TBD at coaches discretion for practice, team building, or other activities)
Thursday
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Robert H. Smith School, 315 Oak St
15U Training Schedule
Monday
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM, Sport Performance Centre, 145 Pacific Ave
(strength & conditioning)
and
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Robert H. Smith School, 315 Oak St
Tuesday
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Polson School, 491 Munroe Ave
Wednesday
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM, Sport Performance Centre, 145 Pacific Ave (strength & conditioning)
and
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Munroe Jr High, 405 Munroe Ave
(TBD at coaches discretion for practice, team building, or other activities)
Thursday
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Robert H. Smith School, 315 Oak St
TOURNAMENTS
Depending on age class and tournament availability, teams will participate in 5-7 'local region' tournaments including at least one tournament in Brandon as well as the Volleyball Manitoba Provincials. Local tournaments are normally scheduled with games on Friday evenings and carry on into the following day.
Select teams will also attend the Volleyball Canada Nationals which is normally run over 3-4 days. There is no 13U age class for Nationals. Manitoba 14U-18U teams generally compete within the western region which in 2024 is as follows:
- 14U - Team Check-in May 9. Competition days May 10-12, Richmond, BC
- 15U - Team Check-in May 15. Competition days May 16-18, Edmonton, AB
- 16U - May 23-26, Edmonton, AB
- 17U - May 19-22, Edmonton, AB
- 18U - May 19-22, Edmonton, AB
Teams may also travel to tournaments in Selkirk, Saskatchewan, and Ontario but these require a minimum roster of players whose families have agreed to attend. Teams may also elect to attend extra tournaments outside of those scheduled by the club but these must be agreed to by the coach and authorized by the club. Your Team Manager will be able to provide related details.
13U tournament games are tripleball format. Depending on tournament availbility/schedule, we try and enter them into two 14U tournaments which are 'regular' volleyball format but with slightly different rules. 13U/14U games are also 'Fair Play' which should not be confused with 'equal' play. The tournament list below will be continually updated.
13U Tournament Schedule
Feb 23-24, Westman, Healthy Living Center, Brandon (TBC)
Mar 29-30, Bandits, Dakota Field House, Winnipeg
May 3-5, VM Provincials, Dakota Field House, Winnipeg (TBC)
15U Tournament Schedule
Feb 9-10, Westman, Healthy Living Center, Brandon (TBC)
Feb 23-25, VM Premier, Dakota Field House, Winnipeg (TBD)
Feb 24-25, Westman, Healthy Living Center, Brandon
Apr 26-28, VM Provincials, Winnipeg (TBC)
TEAM FEES
Travel expenses are not included in team fees and are the responsibility of parents. Teams may choose to fund raise to help offset travel costs. Fees are estimated and determined by factors including roster, tournaments entered, coaching staff, and equipment. The initial payment fee is due before Orientation Day.
13U FEE BREAKDOWN
- Player Team Fee: $1250.00 (TBC)
- Player Merchandise Fee: 400.00
15U FEE BREAKDOWN
- Player Team Fee: $2200.00 (TBC)
- Player Merchandise Fee: 400.00
The above fees cover the following costs:
- Volleyball Canada/Manitoba membership fees for team staff and players
- All tournament registration fees
- Facility rentals and applicable insurance
- Team merchandise apparel package:
- 2 game jerseys
- 3 practice shirts
- 1 game warm-up shirt
- 1 backpack game bag
- 1 hoodie
- 1 sweatpants
- Coaches travel expenses, honorariums, and per diems
- Equipment & supplies
- Administration expenses
- Office supplies
- New for 2024 - Customized performance training program:
- Sport Performance Manitoba strength and conditioning (15U x2/week, 13U x1/week)
- Athlete nutrition and mental skills workshop/activities
- Other TBD
- Club banquet/awards
PAYMENT OPTIONS
13U
Option 1
Full payment - $1650.00 due December 19, 2023
Option 2 (TBC)
Payment #1 - $1100.00 due December 19, 2023
Payment #2 - $275.00 due February 1, 2024
Payment #3 - $275.00 due March 1, 2024
15U
Option 1
Full payment - $2600.00 due December 19, 2023
Option 2 (TBC)
Payment #1 - $1100.00 due December 19, 2023
Payment #2 - $750.00 due February 1, 2024
Payment #3 - $750.00 due March 1, 2024
ORIENTATION DAY
Player and parent orientation is the time to meet your teammates, get important club/team information, and get you sized-up for uniforms. You might even have time to play a little volleyball !!
Orientation is also the time for parents to shine and step-up to volunteer. Each team requires a Team Manager/Parent Liaison, First-Aid and/or Athletic Therapist, Official 13U team ball tosser for tripleball games. There's definitely some extra perks for parents that can fill some of these important roles ;)
13U Orientation
TIME: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
DATE: December 21, 2023
LOCATION: Robert H. Smith School, 315 Oak St, Winnipeg
15U Orientation
TIME: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
DATE: December 21, 2023
LOCATION: Robert H. Smith School, 315 Oak St, Winnipeg
Alternate day/location if above is canceled due to school event:
DATE: December 20, 2023
LOCATION: Donwood School, 400 Donwood Dr., Winnipeg
TRYOUTS
Tryout information can be found here or you can register here.
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Phoenix Volleyball Club provides an opportunity for female athletes to experience high level coaching within a competitive but fun and motivating environment.
Phoenix Volleyball Club is an affiliate of Winnipeg Junior Athletics.
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