17U Boys - Zachary

Zachary:

Zachary has been involved in sports for his entire life, he has played volleyball for 10 years both beach and indoor, he has coached volleyball for 2 years going into his third with the team, and coached baseball previously for 2 years. He is very passionate about sports and loves the community it fosters, along with the life building skills that can be built through sports. Zachary works in the community as a Mortgage Broker for the last 9 years. He loves to volunteer at his church, play sports with friends, and be as active as possible. Zachary hopes to bring his encouraging mindset to the cougars team. 

The most important thing to Zachary as a coach is that the team shows signs of improvement, while maintaining and building quality life characteristics. So our expectations for the players of our team is that they take responsibility for their improvement, that they build their teammates up, that they put the team first, and that they are able to cheer their fellow teammates on from the bench with a good attitude when required. I think sports has the ability to create character in athletes that lasts a life time, qualities such as Perserverance, work ethic, communication. When it comes to what I see as a success is that the athletes walk away at the end of the year with these qualities. Because these qualities will make them a better volleyball players, but also prepare them for any challenge in life. And if our players develop these qualities we are sure that volleyball success will follow. 

Jaece:

Jaece has been playing volleyball simce the age of 4 and has played club volleyball for a total of 6 years. He played these years of club from 12U/13U - 18U. This gives him overall, 16 years of playing experience.

Jaece’s philosophy is to develop the next generation of volleyball players, not just on the court but in life as well.

Practices will be held at the CIAC facility:

20159 115A Avenue (Units 1-4), Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X0Z3

Practice times:

Tuesdays 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Thursdays 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Club Fees for the season will be $1,425.00

This includes:

All team practices

Jerseys and other gear

3 Volleyball BC Tournaments

Provincials

This does not include:

Nationals

Any other tournaments the team and coaching staff would like to participate in

Fees associated with away tournaments

If returning athletes have gear they would like to bring back

They will receive a discount on club fees for the following amount:

Jersey: $47.50

Cougar Volleyball guarantees a safe and fair training environment where all coaches will treat athletes with respect. The expectation is that athletes treat each other, and all coaches, with respect as well.

Unless explicitly stated, play time will not be equal. Cougar Volleyball is a competitive club program and athletes will be awarded with more play time if they demonstrate competency in the following areas (in no particular order):

Athleticism

Ball Control

Positional Skill

Positive Attitude

Desire to Learn

Leadership

Attendance at Training

Commitment to the Team

Play time will not be decided by factors such as unsubstantiated favoritism or relationship with the coach.

If any athlete or parent has a complaint with their coach, please address it in the following manner:

1) WAIT at least 24-48 hours before any action.

2) Respectfully bring the issue forward with the coach, either in person or via email. Discuss and look to find a solution that works for both parties.

3) If conflict persists, send an email to rmcougarvolleyball@gmail.com with the nature of the concern and the administrative team at Cougars Volleyball will look to mediate the conflict.

Tryout fee is $30.00, this is non refundable. Please ensure you can make the time before you register for tryouts.

Tryouts are held at the Cougar Volleyball warehouse

Tryouts are the following dates:

Monday December 2nd

7:15pm - 9:15pm

Callback date:

Wednesday December 4th @ 7:15pm - 9:15pm