2021 Team Alberta Men
Athletes born in September 2003 or later*. Athletes within the 16-month window AND in the same grade level as the program year (Grade 11) will be given the most consideration for eligibility for this program.
*Older athletes may be considered based on their physical and skill development level.
Physical Profile of a Team Alberta Athlete
The goals of our program cannot necessarily be met by simply examining the most skilled athletes at each level. Identified athletes need to have the size and athleticism that are essential for success at the higher levels. Volleyball skills can be further refined as athletes get exposure and practice within our sport.
Our High Performance Committee has researched and evaluated physical testing results from numerous sources to understand the base physical performance levels that athletes should possess for continued success in our sport.
17U Male Team Alberta Athlete- Physical Profile (with recommended standards)
Please note: These standards are not the sole factor in athlete identification or selection. Athletes also need to demonstrate potential to be an elite athlete, a willingness to learn, a great attitude, decision making and leadership skills.
Identification/Program Pathway
- Club Coaches will receive an email asking for their athlete recommendations in January (after the Premier 1 registration deadline).
- Recommended athletes will be invited to do the physical testing. The tests conducted will not impact athlete performance at Premier #1; conducted tests include weight, height, seated height, standing reach, wingspan, grip strength, vertical jump (block, spike), Pro-Agility test. Team Alberta coaches will receive the list of the athlete recommendations and testing results to begin their evaluations at the Premier events.
- Based on testing results and performance at Premier Events & Provincial Championships, athlete will be extended an offer to attend Team Alberta Selection Camps. Please note: If athletes are unable to attend testing, club coaches will have to provide their testing results prior to being invited to the Selection Camps.
- Volleyball Alberta will provide Volleyball Canada with a list of our top athletes for the VC Selection Committee to consider when selecting their Youth & Junior National Teams.
- Team Alberta Coaches will select 12 competition athletes and up to 2 Training athletes at the end of Selection Camp #2 to join the Team Alberta Grey Summer Program (for more information, please refer to the 2020 Team Alberta- Athlete Selection Policy).
Team Alberta Training Centres in Calgary and Edmonton
Approximately 12 athletes will attend training centres in Calgary and Edmonton. Athletes attending the Training Camp will have 10 - 11 days of training with Alberta's top coaches and high performance staff. Volleyball Alberta will not provide accommodation or meals for athletes in 2021.
In 2021 Clubs/Coaches will receive an email asking for athlete recommendations via formstack. From the recommended athletes a selection committee will review recommendations along with video submissions and invite athletes to the training centres in August.
Key Dates for 2021:
- August 4 - 14
- Weekday Evening training sessions
- Weekend Training during the day/evening
2021 Coaching Staff
Calgary Training Centre
Head Coach: Paul Armbruster 
- Head Coach of Men's Volleyball at Ambrose University
- Former Team Canada Men's Jr National Team assistant coach
- Former University of Calgary Dino and professional player in Norway
Assistant Coach: Emmitt Juul-Hansen
- Assistant Coach with Men's 16U Phoenix Volleyball Club
- Former Assistant Coach with Men's 14U Phoenix
- Former NBC Volleyball Camp coach
Edmonton Training Centre
Head Coach: Vinny Saporito 
- Assistant Coach of Men's Volleyball at University of Alberta
- Coach with NAVC Griffins Volleyball Club and skills trainer with ASPIRE Volleyball
- Former Head Coach of Men's Volleyball at Mohawk College
Assistant Coach: Kyle Erickson
- Assistant Coach of Men's Volleyball at University of Alberta
- Coached with NAVC and FOG Volleyball Club
- Previous Team Alberta Assistant Coach
Financial Assistance Program
Athletes in financial need can apply to Volleyball Alberta for assistance via the Hugh Hoyles Scholarship Fund.
Below is a list of other scholarships, grants, and programs that athletes may apply for:
- Kid Sport Alberta: KidSport is a national not-for-profit organization that provides financial assistance for registration fees and equipment to kids aged 18 and under
- JumpStart: Jumpstart funding helps families that need a financial hand with registration, equipment and/or transportation costs.
For more information on the Team Alberta program, please contact Ray Sewell at rsewell@volleyballalberta.ca or call 780-415-1703 ext. 5
2021 Team Alberta Training Centre
Calgary Training Centre Athletes
| Athlete Name | Position |
| Alex Bazhanov | Libero |
| Nicholas Bazhanov | Setter |
| Boris Berbic | Outside Hitter |
| Ethan Church | Setter |
| Ethan Czepruyk | Middle |
| Josh Dueck | Middle |
| Garrett Harvey | Middle |
| Ben House | Outside Hitter |
| Tate Howell | Outside Hitter |
| Kyle Phillipson | Libero |
| Victor Secches Reis | Outside Hitter |
| Cade Smith | Outside Hitter |
| Ashton South | Middle |
| Noah Verhoef | Setter |
| Tom Vos | Outside Hitter |
Edmonton Training Centre Athletes
| Athlete Name | Position |
| Seth Birkholz | Middle |
| Anders Bouck | Setter |
| Pierce Decore | Outside Hitter |
| Brett Johnson | Libero |
| Sean Kaliel | Outside Hitter |
| Kyle Licis | Middle |
| Brendon Lord | Outside Hitter |
| Jack Mallett | Middle |
| Carter McDonald | Middle |
| Rhees Moss | Setter |
| Emmett Neuls | Outside Hitter |
| Jayden Scheel | Outside Hitter |
| Jack Semonis | Outside Hitter |
| Luke Weddell | Setter |
| Aiden Wright | Outside Hitter |
2019 17U Team Alberta Roster
| # | Athlete Name | Position |
| 1 | Sean Robertson | Setter |
| 2 | Ryan Wasylyshyn | Libero |
| 3 | Colby Nemeth | Outside Hitter |
| 4 | Josh Gagnon | Outside Hitter/Libero |
| 6 | Erik Godwin | Outside Hitter |
| 7 | Zach Lobdell | Outside Hitter |
| 8 | Cody Noble | Middle |
| 9 | Felix Dufour | Outside Hitter/Middle |
| 10 | Taylor Wenzel | Setter |
| 11 | Joel Nickel | Outside Hitter |
| 12 | Chris Bryant | Middle |
| 15 | Carsten Bergeron | Middle |
| 5 | Keegan Hanrahan (alternate) | Middle |
| 16 | David Kindley (alternate) | Setter |
2018 17U Team Alberta Roster
| # | Athlete Name | Position |
| 3 | Olamide Ajayi | Outside Hitter |
| 5 | Griffin Butler | Outside Hitter |
| 14 | Noah Carlson | Outside Hitter |
| 1 | Tyler Chernishenko | Libero |
| 4 | Nash Shipton | Setter |
| 8 | Jack Cochran | Setter |
| 6 | Tyler Funk | Outside Hitter |
| 13 | Colby Lindseth | Middle |
| 15 | Corbin Ockerman | Middle |
| 7 | Maxim Turgeon | Middle |
| 9 | Jacob Van Geel | Outside Hitter |
| 11 | Jens Watt | Outside Hitter |
| 2 | Callum Campbell (alternate) | Outside Hitter |
| 10 | Kobby Nyarko (alternate) | Outside Hitter |