Canadian Elite Academy

The focus of this league is to provide athletes with a place to play volleyball if they did not make their school team. No refund will be given for missed nights.

Canadian Elite Academy – Developmental Volleyball League
For athletes who did not make their school team (Grades 7–12)

This League is designed exclusively for athletes who did not make a club team but still want the chance to play, grow, and compete. It provides a structured alternative to pickup games and focuses on discovery learning where athletes learn through play, experience, and teamwork.

Key Details

• Dates: September – First week of March 2026
• Nights: 8 sessions (Wednesdays 6-8)
• Location: Henk Ruys Soccer Center
• Capacity: Limited to 54 athletes (Grades 7–12)
• Eligibility: Only athletes who did not make a club team may register
• Refund Policy: No refunds for missed nights

League Format

• Athletes are placed into nine-player teams (6 on the court, 3 substitutes).
• Each night features six 15-minute games with rotating lineups and starting positions.
• Athletes change courts every 15 minutes, playing with and against different teammates.
• Weekly sorting: athletes are re-grouped into Top 18, Middle 18, and Bottom 18 based on cumulative points.

Scoring System

• 3 points for a win
• 1 point for a tie
• 0 points for a loss
• At the end of the league, the top athlete earns the title “Royalty of the Court.”

Developmental Focus

• No direct coaching during games – athletes learn through experience, adaptability, and teamwork.
• Emphasis on punctuality, fairness, accountability, and leadership.
• Encourages self-reliance, independence, and creative problem-solving on the court.

What to Bring

• A warm-up volleyball
• Personal water bottle and athletic gear
• Responsibility for personal equipment

Why Join?

• A unique chance to play volleyball if you didn’t make your school team
• Eight weeks of consistent play in a structured, competitive, and supportive environment
• A pathway to build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy the game