15U Girls(A) - Joel

Joel:

Joel comes with a diverse Coaching background with previous experience ranging from running atomic camps to Coaching for one of Canadas top collegiate programs. 

Former Usport Assistant Coach with the TWU Womens Volleyball Program (6 seasons)

Highlights:

1 National Championship and 4 Canada West Championships 

Former BC Summer Games and Team BC Blue Head Coach 

Highlights: Cowichan summer games and Canada Cup 2018 

Previous Club Experience:

-10+ Years Head Coaching at a variety of ages and levels.

-Highlights: Top 8 finishes Tier 1 Nationals at U18 (2018 and 2024) 

-Best of the West Bronze U17 (2023)  Silver U18 (2024) 

-Provincial Silver Medalists U18 (2018 and 2024)

Most Recent Club Season: 

-Division 2 Provincial Championship (U15 2025)

-Undefeated at U15 Nationals (Tier 11) 

Joel is thrilled to be joining the Cougars program and looks forward to his role as program and technical director. 

Brandon Kukhta

Moved to British Columbia in 2023, originally from Ontario. He is an avid hiker, gym goer, SOSSA Regionals champion in Discus, and of course, a Toronto Maple Leafs fan haha. He played baseball and volleyball throughout the entirety of his life. He has experience playing high school, club and recreational volleyball since the age of 13. He was fortunate to coach U13 baseball in his home town and looks forward to teaching and inspiring the youth of today.

Philosophy

I believe everyone has a hidden talent and it is the coaches responsibility to find that talent within the child. Persistence, hard work and self discipline always beats natural talent and the ability to keep trying after getting knocked down several times says a lot about an athlete. Ego is the enemy.

All practices will be held at the CIAC facility:

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

Practice times:

Mondays 8 - 10pm

Wednesdays 8 - 10pm

Club Fees for the season will be $1,550.00

This includes:

All team practices

Jerseys and other gear (Personal Ball)

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:

Sunday December 1st

Wave 1: 9am - 11am

Wave 2: 11:30am - 1:30pm

Wave 3: 2pm - 4pm

Callback tryout:

Sunday December 1st 7pm - 9pm