In 2022, Team Ontario beach and indoor will be back with a full offering of in-person programs for athletes at all stages of the OVA Athlete Development Pathway. Programming will be adjusted to bridge the development gap that was created as a result of the last two seasons’ missed opportunities. More athletes and coaches will have a chance to participate in meaningful training camps that will help them achieve their volleyball goals. The 2022 Team Ontario programs will be particularly exciting with the Ontario Summer Games taking place in July and the Canada Summer Games being hosted in Niagara in August.
COACHING OPPORTUNITIES
There are many coaching opportunities available at the various levels of Team Ontario programming in 2022. The OVA is looking for coaches interested in supporting the growth of young athletes and willing to invest in their own professional development. All individuals interested in being part of any Team Ontario program must:
be a registered member in good standing with the OVA and Volleyball Canada
have a valid Vulnerable Sector Screening & Police Record Check as well as a completed OVA Screening Disclosure Form
have completed the following four modules available online:
Foundations of Volleyball
Making Ethical Decision Online Evaluation
Making Head Way
CAC Safe Sport Training
In addition to the above requirements, Team Ontario coach candidates should have the following skills and qualifications:
Practical understanding of Volleyball Canada’s Longterm Development (LTD) model
Interest and willingness to learn and participate in coach development activities
Ability to create a caring supportive learning environment free of all coercion and fear
Willingness to use an inquiry-based approach that puts the athlete at the centre of the learning process
Ability to develop meaningful relationships with athletes
Strong self-awareness and willingness to self-evaluate
Ability to exercise effective leadership that feeds and s and other members of the team support the Team Ontario culture
If you are interested in becoming a 2022 Team Ontario indoor or beach coach, visit or Coach Selection page. Deadline to apply is December 5th.