Mission Statement
The aim of the NAVC is to develop athletes in the Edmonton and surrounding area and to prepare them for competition by offering a quality volleyball program. As our athletes progress from the U13 through to U18 levels at NAVC, they will continue to build upon their physical skills and extend these into well-developed technical, tactical and psychological skills needed for increasingly competitive volleyball. Our ultimate goal is to assist each athlete with achieving their highest potential in the sport of volleyball and to instill in them a passion for life-long fitness.
As a club, we value:
Long term athlete development (LTAD)
NAVC is aligning our club priorities with Canada Sport 4 Life and the Volleyball Canada LTAD model.
Developmentally appropriate training and competition for athletes
For 13U-16U boys and 13U-15U girls, NAVC will focus on “training to train”, which centres upon learning basic volleyball skills and tactics and successfully applying them in competitive situations.
For 17U-18U boys and 16U-18U girls, NAVC will focus on “training to compete” where training will centre on fitness preparation, volleyball-specific skills, and position-specific skills. Players will become adept at competing at provincial, national and international levels. Athletes will be prepared for elite play at the college and university levels, or competitive play for recreation, or that they will continue to be active for life.
Players who strive for excellence in themselves, their team and the community
Athlete success should not be measured by medals or win/loss records but rather the athlete’s long term development.
Excellence in our coaches and their ongoing development
NAVC’s goal is to provide NCCP trained and certified head coaches for all teams and to take an interactive role in their growth and development.
Sportsmanship and respect for all players, coaches, officials and parents
All those affiliated with NAVC, are expected to exhibit support and respect for the coaches, officials, players, club executive and others associated with the club and the sport of volleyball.
Player, parent and family involvement in NAVC
NAVC encourages involvement of its players, parents and families at every level of the club; from being a fan all the way up to volunteering with club administration. NAVC needs and wants everyone’s skills and participation!