13U Girls (B) - Amber

13U GIRLS (B)

Amber Carlson - HEAD COACH

Amber brings over 25 years of competitive volleyball experience, having captained both her junior and senior school teams and continued to play in adult indoor, grass, and beach leagues. Alongside her volleyball background, she also competed in college basketball, gaining valuable experience in high-level competitive sport.

With more than eight years of coaching experience across volleyball, basketball, and skating, Amber is passionate about developing athletes of all ages. Over the past five years, she has found a strong sense of community with Cougars Volleyball, where she contributes as both a coach and player.

Following recent knee surgery, Amber has focused her energy on mentoring young players, helping them build confidence, play safely, and reach beyond their perceived limits. She is dedicated to fostering a positive, supportive team environment that not only enhances performance on the court but also equips her athletes with skills and values that last a lifetime.

Andrey Fedyushin - ASSISTANT COACH

Andrey - ASSISTANT COACH

Bio:

Andrey is an NCCP certified coach with over 30 years of competitive volleyball experience beginning as a youth athlete. In the last 20 years, he was the captain of a number of teams in the Vancouver volleyball leagues and tournaments, leading them to several wins. Andrey also served as a referee at VolleyballBC for a few years, officiating high schools/university games. In his professional career, Andrey is working as a System Administrator and holds a Bachelor Degree in Computer Science. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his 3 children and his wife.

Philosophy:

I believe that each players performance and development affects overall success of the team.

James Tecson - ASSISTANT COACH

James has almost 20 years of coaching experience in volleyball for highschool, club & adult skills clinics for indoor and beach. Having started coaching at Terry Fox Secondary for the Junior Girls & currently head coaching at Pinetree Secondary for the Junior & formerly Senior Boys Programs. James has coached numerous Teams that have medaled in Districts, Provincials & Nationals for Highschool & Club.

He has also coached basketball & roller hockey and is also currently serving as the Cougar Club Director. He founded Poco Volleyball in 2010, a community-oriented volleyball group that has a main focus of building community & promoting active living through the sport of volleyball for all ages.

All practices will be held at the Maple Ridge Christian School

Practice times:

Tuesdays 5 - 7pm @ MRCS - Big Gym

12140 - 204B St., Maple Ridge, BC

Thursdays 5 - 7pm @ MRCS Small Gym

12140 - 204B St., Maple Ridge, BC

Club Fees for the season will be $1,575

***Sportlomo (VBC Insurance) registration is $82.95 & is NOT included in team fees***

Club fees includes:

All team practices

Jerseys and other gear (Personal ball)

3 Volleyball BC Tournaments

Provincials

Not included in team fees:

Volleyball ‘sleeves’ (optional for jersey) $28/pair - available in Black and White

Nationals

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

Fees associated with away tournaments

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 $35.00, 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:

Wave 1: Monday, November 10th

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Wave 2: Monday, November 10th

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Callback tryout:

Tuesday, November 11th@ 5:00pm - 7:00pm

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

*12 spots available for this upcoming club season*