Team Manitoba General Information – Indoor

Team Manitoba – Indoor

The Team Manitoba Pathway develops athletes at various stages of their volleyball journey, focusing on progressive skill development, game knowledge, and competition exposure. The three key stages include: Team Manitoba White, Black, and Gold. These programs help to prepare athletes for success at higher levels of play.

Team Manitoba programming runs annually from June to early August and does not interfere with club or school volleyball.

Volleyball Manitoba has a strong history of producing top athletes, many of whom have competed at the university, national, and professional levels. The Team Manitoba program, open to athletes aged 13U-18U, provides a structured environment for training, learning, and competition.

Following Volleyball Canada’s recommendations, the program aims to:

Develop competitive volleyball in Manitoba by sharing best practices with players, coaches, and parents.
Pursue excellence at events like the Canada Summer Games, Manitoba Games, and Canada Cup.
Enhance athletes’ technical, tactical, physical, and mental skills through progressive training.
Build confidence, leadership, and camaraderie among athletes and coaches.
Educate participants on skills and strategies for post-secondary and national-level play.

By fostering growth and development, the Team Manitoba program prepares athletes for success both in sport and beyond.

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Team Manitoba White Overview

Team Manitoba White

Target Age Group: 13U–14U

Focus: Skill Development and Systems Acquisition

Team Manitoba White is the first step in the Team Manitoba performance pathway. This program enhances and develops fundamental volleyball skills and game systems while fostering their understanding of the sport. Athletes at this stage are encouraged to explore different positions and develop the necessary skills to perform in various roles.

Key Objectives:

Develop fundamental skills and game knowledge
Encourage positional experimentation and adaptability
Explore and acquire new ways of performing skills
Apply training concepts in a competitive setting through an end-of-program competition

Team Manitoba Black Overview

Team Manitoba Black

Target Age Group: 15U–17U

Focus: Intermediate Skill and Systems Acquisition

Team Manitoba Black serves as the second stage in the pathway, emphasizing skill refinement, system development, and competition exposure. Athletes in this program begin to specialize in specific positions or continue exploring different roles. This is also the phase where both male and female athletes are introduced to the Libero position for the first time. Additionally, some of the top athletes in this category will have the opportunity to travel and compete at the Volleyball Canada Cup competition, providing valuable national-level experience.

Key Objectives:

Consolidate primary volleyball skills
Train at a higher frequency and intensity
Develop advanced positional skills and team systems
Test skill application in a competitive setting through an end-of-program competition
Gain exposure to national competition at Canada Cup
Prepare athletes for Team Manitoba Gold

This program is the largest in the pathway, drawing athletes from all regions of the province and providing a comprehensive representation of Manitoba’s volleyball talent.

Team Manitoba Gold Overview

Team Manitoba Gold

*Please note: for 2025 there will not be a specific Team Manitoba Gold program. Instead athletes at this age group will be part of Canada Summer Games Indoor Teams if selected.

Target Age Group: 17U–18U

Focus: High-Level Competitive Development & National Exposure

Team Manitoba Gold represents the final stage of the provincial development pathway. This program is designed for high-performance athletes who are preparing to transition into post-secondary volleyball programs and Volleyball Canada’s national programs. Athletes in this program compete at the highest level within the province and travel nationally to compete in the Canada Cup.

Key Objectives:

Refine elite-level skills and game strategies
Prepare athletes for post-secondary and national team opportunities
Compete against the best athletes in the country at Canada Cup
Serve as a direct stepping stone to Volleyball Canada’s development programs

2025 Team Manitoba Selection Process Timeline

For inquiries about Team Manitoba programming, please contact Volleyball Manitoba’s Technical Director & Performance Coach, Jen Horvath, at volleyball.hp@sportmanitoba.ca