At our Annual General Meeting in September, five new Directors were elected by our voting members to join the Volleyball Manitoba Board of Directors. We extend our congratulations and a warm welcome to each of them, and look forward to the energy and experience they bring to our organization.
David Bommersbach
A long-time member of Manitoba’s volleyball community, David played with WinMan Volleyball Club, the Manitoba provincial team, and competed in the 2013 Canada Games. He continued his volleyball journey at the University of Winnipeg, playing five seasons and later contributing as a coach with WinMan and the Canada Games men’s team. Professionally, he is a CPA and holds a Master’s in Accounting with Cognitive Analytics. He currently works as a Senior Manager in assurance at KPMG, with experience serving clients in the non-profit sports sector, including Sport Manitoba and KidSport Canada. Outside of work and volleyball, he is an avid marathon runner, weightlifter, and traveler.
Austin Cadieux-Coombes
With nearly 20 years of experience in the volleyball community, Austin has transitioned from athlete to dedicated coach, working to grow the sport both competitively and inclusively. He currently serves as an assistant coach with the University of Manitoba Bisons Men’s Volleyball Team, coaches at the club and provincial levels, and continues to support his former high school’s volleyball program. He is pursuing a Master’s degree in High Performance Coaching and Technical Leadership from UBC. Beyond volleyball, Austin has been active on various boards, most recently helping develop the sport of dodgeball in Manitoba. Known for his standout shoe collection and commitment to representation, he brings energy, experience, and a passion for excellence to everything he takes on.
Christine Kolbuck
Christine is a 23-year-old student nearing the completion of her Bachelor of Science at the University of Winnipeg, majoring in Environmental Studies and Science with a focus in Chemistry. She recently completed five seasons with the Wesmen Women’s Volleyball team, proudly representing her city and community. Currently recovering from an ACL injury, Christine is using her newfound free time to give back to the volleyball community that supported her journey. She enjoys spending time outdoors, especially at the family cabin, and is currently working a seasonal role with the City of Winnipeg while exploring permanent career opportunities.
Joe Moore
Joe is a dedicated coach and educator with over 23 years of experience in the volleyball community. He holds degrees in Physical Education and Education, and is a fully certified NCCP Advanced Development coach. Joe is currently the Technical Coordinator for the Junior Bisons Volleyball Club and an Assistant Coach with the University of Manitoba Women’s Volleyball team. His coaching resume includes multiple seasons with Manitoba’s provincial team program, a head coaching role at Canadian Mennonite University, and extensive experience at the grassroots and high school levels. Recognized as AAAA Coach of the Year (2011) and Bison Sports Assistant Coach of the Year (2020), Joe is most proud of the positive impact he’s had on young athletes throughout his career.
Chad Moyer
Chad has been a passionate contributor to Volleyball Manitoba and athlete development in Western Manitoba for over a decade. Since 2015, he has served as an assistant coach with the Brandon University Men’s Volleyball team, highlighted by a U SPORTS silver medal in 2019 and a national championship in 2025. He has coached club teams from 13U to 17U, including a 17U provincial championship with BVC, and has led various Manitoba Provincial Teams at both the regional and provincial levels. A certified Level 2 Advanced Development Coach and a teacher for the past nine years, Chad brings his love for sport and mentorship into both his professional and coaching roles. His commitment to high-performance youth development and community involvement makes him a valuable leader in Manitoba’s volleyball community.
These new members join our returning Directors to make up the full Board, which now includes (listed alphabetically by last name):
Tim Au
Andrei Halkewycz
Roger Labossiere
Madison Minarik
Kevin Neufeld
Ted Redekop
The first meeting of the new Board will take place later this month, during which the Executive Team will be appointed and committees will be formed. We’re excited for the year ahead and look forward to the positive impact our new Directors will have on Volleyball Manitoba.
We would like to thank our outgoing members for their time on the board wish them the best.
