2026 - 2027 girls club teams
13U Jackie
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Head Coach: Jackie
Jackie began her volleyball journey 28 years ago, showcasing her passion and talent throughout high school. After taking a break to focus on her university studies, she rediscovered her love for the game through drop-in sessions. Competing against ex-professional and ex-collegiate players, Jackie honed her skills and deepened her appreciation for volleyball.
Now, with her children embracing the sport, Jackie is committed to sharing her love for volleyball with the next generation. Her goal is to ensure that young girls have the opportunity to learn, build their skills, and develop a lifelong passion for the game, just as she has.
Assistant Coach: Andrey
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.
I believe that each players performance and development affects overall success of the team.
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Date: Sunday November 8th
Time:
Wave 1: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Wave 2: 7:15pm - 9:15pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
*If callbacks are necessary they will take place on Wednesday November 11th at 8:00pm - 9:30pm
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Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays
Times: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: All practices will be held at Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club, unless otherwise posted
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Head Coach: 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)
Joel is thrilled to be joining the Cougar Volleyball Community for another season.
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Date: November 15th
Time:
Wave 1: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wave 2: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Wave 3: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
*If a callback is necessary it will take place on November 17th at 6:00pm - 7:30pm *
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Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
14U Joel
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Head Coach: Amber Carlson
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.Assistant coaches: Mark Catacutan
Dalilah Carlsonosa
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Date: November 15th
Time:
Wave 1: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Wave 2: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Wave 3: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
*If a callback is necessary it will take place on November 17th at 6:00pm - 7:30pm *
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Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Maple Ridge Christian School, Elementary Gym
14U Amber
15u yash
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Head Coach: Yash Malekpour
Volleyball has been a cornerstone of Yash Malekpour’s life for 30 years, with 15 of those spent competing at a high level. Growing up in a family where volleyball spans three generations, Yash’s love for the sport runs deep. His journey through volleyball has not only honed his skills but also instilled a profound appreciation for teamwork, discipline, and the joy of the game.
Now, Yash is eager to share his passion and knowledge with the next generation of volleyball players. He is committed to fostering a love for the sport in young athletes, teaching them the skills and values that volleyball has imparted to him. With his rich experience and genuine enthusiasm, Yash is dedicated to guiding and inspiring new talent, helping them achieve their fullest potential both on and off the court.
Assistant Coaches: Emilia Cirillo
Volleyball has been a huge part of my life since I started playing at 12 years old. Over the years, I’ve competed at both the school and club levels, earning provincial and national-level wins. The sport has given me so many of my favourite memories, friendships, and experiences, and being able to continue doing what I love through coaching has been incredibly special to me.
I’ve had the opportunity to assistant coach at both the club and high school levels with Action Volleyball Club, Focus Volleyball Club, and Port Moody Secondary. Having experienced the sport from both a player’s and coach’s perspective, I understand the importance of creating a gym environment where athletes feel supported, challenged, and excited to learn.
As a coach, I love helping athletes develop not only their volleyball skills, but also their confidence and love for the game. I want my players to feel comfortable being themselves, making mistakes, trying new things, and celebrating their progress along the way. Seeing athletes grow, build friendships, and become more confident both on and off the court is what makes coaching so rewarding for me. My goal is for every athlete to leave the season with new skills, great memories, and an even bigger passion for volleyball!
Jackie Malekpour
Jackie began her volleyball journey 28 years ago, showcasing her passion and talent throughout high school. After taking a break to focus on her university studies, she rediscovered her love for the game through drop-in sessions. Competing against ex-professional and ex-collegiate players, Jackie honed her skills and deepened her appreciation for volleyball.
Now, with her children embracing the sport, Jackie is committed to sharing her love for volleyball with the next generation. Her goal is to ensure that young girls have the opportunity to learn, build their skills, and develop a lifelong passion for the game, just as she has.
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Date: Sunday November 22nd
Time:
Wave 1: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Wave 2: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wave 3: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
If a callback is necessary it will take place on Monday November 23rd from 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays
Times: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
15u andrew
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Head Coach: Andrew Gaudet
Andrew brings a well-rounded and athlete-centered approach to volleyball coaching, grounded in both extensive playing experience and a strong foundation in sports science. I have coached two years of school volleyball and played the sport for approximately 25 years, including over a decade at a competitive level. This long-term involvement in volleyball has given me a deep understanding of the technical, tactical, and physical demands of the game. In addition to my volleyball background, I have over 18 years of experience in weight training and sport-specific athletic development. I am BCRPA certified and have a background in human kinesiology, allowing me to integrate evidence-based strength, conditioning, and movement principles into my coaching. This combination enables me to support athletes not only in skill development on the court, but also in building strength, resilience, and confidence off the court. My coaching philosophy focuses on developing well-rounded athletes ; physically, mentally, and emotionally. I emphasize accountability, intentional effort, and long-term growth, helping players understand that success is built through consistent, focused investment in themselves. A guiding principle I share with athletes is: “Invest in what you’re invested in.” By eliminating distractions and redirecting energy toward purposeful training and personal development, athletes can unlock levels of performance and confidence beyond what they initially believe is possible.
Assistant Coaches: James Tecson
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.
Asa Vitis
1975 :In the junior team of Israel I played in the Europe Junior Championship
1977-1995: Played in the National League of Israel or played and coached in the 2nd league in Israel
1979:I passed a one year with 410 hours of volleyball coaching course
1978-1995: Coached various teams
2008-2009: Coached a u13 and u14 girls in the Focus club -
Date: Sunday November 22nd
Time:
Wave 1: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Wave 2: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wave 3: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
If a callback is necessary it will take place on Monday November 23rd from 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Dates: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Times:
Tuesdays; 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Wednesdays; 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Locations:
Tuesdays will be located in the Maple Ridge Christian School High school gym
Wednesdays will be located in the Maple Ridge Christian School Elementary gym
16U Carey
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Head Coach: Carey Delaney:
Carey has coached at Cougars volleyball for seven years, winning Cougars first Bronze medal at provincials. Carey also coaches senior volleyball at Samuel Robertson Technical School. He is Development and Advanced and Development trained and a certified Volleyball Referee.
I believe in a positive environment, teamwork, hard work, developing skills to be better individuals on the court and in life.
Assistant Coaches: Brooklyn Delaney
Brendan 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.
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.
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Date: Sunday December 6th
Time:
Wave 1: 9:00am - 11:00am
Wave 2: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
If a callback is necessary, it will take place on Monday December 7th at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times:
Tuesdays: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursdays: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location:
Tuesdays will be located at Maple Ridge Christian School in the High School gym
Thursday will be located at Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
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Head coach: Ana Lindberg
My coaching career began 3 years ago when I was recruited to coach at Above the Net, a non-profit association in Langley and was hooked ever since. I continued as a head coach of the grade 8 girls (2024) volleyball team at Brookswood, grade 9 girls (2025) where we won the championship title in Langley, and I will be coaching the Jr girls (2026) this fall. This will be my second year of head coaching a club team, the first being u15 girls in 2026. I love coaching and being apart of a team and I am very excited to be joining the cougars family this season. I want to create a positive, fun, competitive environment where the athletes not only grow and are challenged in their volleyball skills and their love of the game, but also where they can grow as people and work on character development.
As I challenge my athletes to learn and grow I do the same; I have been to conferences in the US and Canada to further my learning as a coach as well as volunteering at various camps to learn from coaches there.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband, 4 kids and my dog, doing anything in nature like hiking or camping.
Assistant Coaches: Dustin Laird
Coach Dustin stepped into coaching volleyball in recent years and has since gained experience at both the club and high school levels. He’s committed not only to developing strong skills, communication, and teamwork, but also to shaping character, leadership, and healthy relationships - believing that who athletes become matters more than how they play.
Dustin is grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside athletes as they discover their strengths, learn to support one another, and grow both on and off the court.
Outside the gym, Dustin enjoys life with his wife, two daughters, two dogs, and two rabbits. He runs low-cost adult volleyball and soccer leagues to facilitate new friendships in the community, loves hockey, and is most content sitting on his boat with fly-fishing rod in hand from dawn to dusk.
Maddie Freeman
I started my volleyball journey at Volleybox Sports Centre, where I trained for three years and found my love for the sport. I also completed a coaching mentorship program and played on a minor league team there. I played on the senior team at my high school Brookswood Secondary for 3 years and with FVVC Volleyball Club for two years. I also helped coach with Ace Volleyball Club and my high schools volleyball teams.
I want to help athletes learn, grow, and build confidence while sharing my love and knowledge of volleyball. My goal is to create a welcoming, supportive team environment where everyone feels included and valued.
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Date: Sunday December 6th
Time:
Wave 1: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Location: Brookswood Secondary School, Langley BC
A callback day and time is still being determined
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Dates: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Town and Field Church, Langely
16U Anna
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Head Coach: Deanne Smith
Deanne has been involved in coaching all of her adult life, starting with basketball and martial arts. More recently, she has been the Head Coach of the Brookswood Secondary Senior Girls Volleyball team for the past 7 years. While at Brookswood, she has helped build and grow their volleyball program, from a team count of 2 when she started, to 7 teams this year. Along with the athletic directors, she oversees the running of the entire volleyball program, including the recruiting and mentoring of new coaches. Deanne also founded and runs Above the Net, a non-profit association that runs volleyball skill development programs for elementary school aged children in the Brookswood community. She is passionate about equitable access to sport, character development through sport, and encouraging positive mental health within sports culture. In her personal life, Deanne works as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse. She enjoys spending time with her husband, 4 children, and 2 dogs, going hiking and camping, and she loves all things Disney (some may call her a Disney Adult!).
Assistant Coach: Lauren Chevrier
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Date: Sunday December 6th
Time:
Wave 1: 9:00am - 11:00am
Wave 2: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
If a callback is necessary, it will take place on Monday December 7th at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays
Times: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
16U deanne
17U Issac
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Head Coach: Issac Choi
Isaac's journey into volleyball began in late 2021, embracing the challenges of both indoor and beach play. Over two exciting years, he has dedicated himself to Head Coaching, teaching high school and club athletes across all genders and the pivotal 14U-18U levels.
Isaac's core mission is to create a team culture that is competitive yet fun. He thrives on helping athletes discover their potential by pushing them past their physical and mental comfort zones.
What he tries to instill in every athlete:
- Clear & Supportive Communication: Building a direct line of trust between coaches and players.
- Team Accountability: Understanding that success is a shared responsibility.
- Maximum Effort, Zero Regrets: Playing with heart and leaving nothing behind on the court.- Strong Work Ethic: The foundation for excellence in sports and beyond.
Assistant Coach: Amber Carlson
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. -
Date: Sunday December 6th
Time:
Wave 1: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wave 2: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
If a callback is necessary, it will take place on Monday December 7th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Maple Ridge Christian School High school Gym
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Head Coach: Shub Wander
Shub has, and is still currently playing for over 20 years
-played highschool and club for multiple years as a rightside/ leftside
-played at UFV (University of Fraser Valley) as a leftside/rightside
-played professionally in Denmark as a rightside
-currently joined the Capilano Blues as a rightside/leftside
volleyball Coaching Experience - Shub has been coaching for 13 years
-coaching club for 9 years
-coached internationally as a club head coach
-coached a professional womens volleyball in Denmark and is on Team Canada Women’s Coaching Staff as well.
Team Philosophy: Anything and everything can be achieved if the time, passion and deliberate repetition with proper intent.
Assistant Coaches: Kerri Madsen
Kerri is returning for her third year as an assistant coach with the Cougars Volleyball Club. She has been an avid volleyball player since high school and played 2 years with the JV squad at UBC. Kerri still plays both indoor and beach volleyball, and also enjoys playing many other sports like softball, golf and tennis. Kerri has 3 daughters who are all multi-sport athletes, and recently they have developed a passion for volleyball which has inspired their mom to get involved as a coach with both club and school teams. Kerri is grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community through a sport that has brought her so much joy and has played such a pivotal role in her life."
Jason Howell
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Date: Sunday December 6th
Time:
Wave 1: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wave 2: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
If a callback is necessary, it will take place on Monday December 7th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays
Times: 8:00pm - 10:00[m
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
17/18U Shub
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Head Coach: Maya Hadley
Maya is a student at Langara College and has played volleyball her entire life. She played her full competitive career with West Coast Volleyball Club and also spent two years playing with Fraser Valley Volleyball Club. She was a team captain for 5 of her 6 years of competitive volleyball, developing strong leadership and communication skills.
She has been coaching for 5 years, including 3 years coaching Grade 8, 2 years coaching Senior Girls at D.W. Poppy Secondary, and 1 year at West Coast Volleyball Club. She has also coached development programs with West Coast and continues to play recreational volleyball in her free time.
As a coach, she believes every athlete brings something special to a team. She strives to build a competitive team where players work hard, support each other, and push themselves to be the best version of themselves while still having fun and enjoying the game.
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Date: Sunday December 6th
Time:
Wave 1: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wave 2: 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
If a callback is necessary, it will take place on Monday December 7th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Catalyst Initiative Athletic Club
17/18U Maya
