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: 10 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
Ten weeks of consistent play in a structured, competitive, and supportive environment
A pathway to build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy the game

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