Junior Pilots Club Volleyball

Welcome to the 2024 Jr. Pilots Summer/Fall Season! 

Please find the dates and times for the fall sessions below, and register here:

Jr. Pilots Fall Session Registration Form

14U Boys - Coach Chris Sawatzky and Coach Chris Schroeder

Dates, Times and Locations:

Sunday, October 20 - 1pm-3pm at Providence Gym

Sunday, November 3 - 1pm-3pm at Providence Gym

Sessions are $15 each

15U Girls - Coach Becky Heidebrecht, Coach Jordan Moyer

and Coach Julia Herperger

Dates, Times and Locations:

Tuesday, August 27 - 5:30pm-7:30pm at Providence Gym

Sunday, September 15 - 6:30pm-8:30pm at Providence Gym

Sunday, September 29 - 6:30pm-8:30pm at Providence Gym

Sessions are $15 each

15U Boys - Coach Trevor Paton

Dates, Times and Locations:

Tuesday, August 27 - 10am-12pm at Providence Gym

Friday, August 30 - 6pm-8pm at Niverville CRRC

Sessions are $15 each

17U Boys - Coach Scott Wiebe, Coach Tyson Peters and Coach Trae Peters

Dates, Times and Locations:

Friday, August 30 - 6pm-8pm at Niverville CRRC

Sunday, Sept 1 - 2pm-4pm at Providence Gym

Sessions are $15 each

18U Girls - Coach Maiya Westwood and Coach Matt Schmidt

Dates, Times and Locations:

Sunday, August 18 - 6pm-8pm at Dakota Fieldhouse (Northwest Court)

Wednesday, August 21 - 7pm-9pm at Niverville CRRC

Monday, August 26 - 8pm-10pm at Dakota Fieldhouse (Southeast Court)

Wednesday, August 28 - 7pm-9pm at Niverville CRRC 

Sessions are $15 each. 

16U Boys - Coach Nate Martin 

Dates, Times and Locations:

Wednesday, August 21 - 5pm-7pm at Niverville CRRC

Wednesday, August 28 - 5pm-7pm at Niverville CRRC 

Sessions are $15 each. 

16U Girls - Coach Jason Peters (Navy) Coach Scott Masterson (White)

Dates, Times and Locations:

Wednesday, August 14 - 6:30pm-8:30pm at Niverville CRRC 

Monday, August 19 - 6:30pm-8:30pm at Niverville CRRC 

Monday, August 26 - 6:00pm-8:00pm at Niverville CRRC 

Sessions are $15 each. 

Stay tuned! More Summer and Fall Session Dates are coming up soon!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

AGE CATEGORIES

12U Boys/Girls: September 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013

13U Boys/Girls: September 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012

14U Boys/Girls: September 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011

15U Boys/Girls: September 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010 

16U Boys/Girls: September 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009 

17U Boys/Girls: September 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008 

18U Girls: September 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007

TRYOUTS

Do I have to pay twice if my child is going to two Jr. Pilots tryouts? (ex. 13U Girls and 14U Girls)

Yes, each registration fee of $40 includes all tryouts for that one age group. If you are signing up for two different age groups, you will need to pay $40 for each.

My child can only go to 2 tryouts, is that okay?

Yes. It is expected that an athlete makes it a priority to attend at least 2 of 3 tryouts. However, it is encouraged that all three tryouts are attended, unless only 2 tryout times are planned. Coaches and evaluators get the most accurate and fair evaluation of each player if they attend as many sessions as possible. For this reason, we recommend that athletes make it a priority to attend all 3 sessions.

Can my child tryout for a different age group other than their own?

A child can tryout for any group as long as they fall under the minimum age requirement for that age group. Age categories can be found under the “Age Categories” tab.

For example: a child that falls under the minimum 13U Age category of: September 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012 could also tryout for any age group older (14U, 15U, 16U etc.)

When will we find out if athletes made the team?

Every athlete will get an email by December 13, 2024 from the club director or coach, stating that they made, or did not make a Jr. Pilots volleyball team. Coaches may also choose to call athletes in addition to an email to offer a spot. Coaches will begin selections after the first tryout and cuts after the second tryout to help alleviate the number of athletes in our gym. 

Can the parent(s)/guardian(s) watch tryouts?

Spectators will not be allowed in the gym during tryouts. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) can come in to register the child but will not be allowed to stay once tryouts have started.

Who decides who makes the teams? If my child didn’t play Jr. Pilots last year, do they have less of a chance of making it?

Our teams are made by head coaches, assistant coaches, as well as a minimum of 2 outside (non-bias) evaluators that have no relation or connection to players on the team. The team is made based on work ethic, skill, athleticism, and positions.

THE SEASON

How much does the season cost?

Tentative budgets specific to each age group are provided at each tryout with a breakdown of what goes into the cost. Budgets range from $1300-$1700 but are subject to change. Payment plans are available to make this commitment and investment as stress-free as possible on all families.

What is included in the cost?

Mandatory clothing fees, gym rental fees, tournament entry, provincial registration cost, and national registrations are all included in the cost. Things that are not included in the cost: travel (gas, flights), accommodations (hotels) and coaches’ travel and accommodation for out of town tournaments.

How long is the season?

Club Volleyball runs for roughly 5 months, from January to May depending on the team, and on Provincial and National Championship dates.

How much does the team practice?

Each team practices about 2-3 times a week for 1.5-2 hours each session.

Where are practices held?

Practices are held in various locations around Southeastern Manitoba. Locations such as: Providence University College, Niverville, Steinbach, Mitchell, New Bothwell, Landmark, Grunthal, St. Pierre and more…

Is there a league they play in?

Club Volleyball is a tournament style sport, and therefore does not have a league. Each team participates in 4-6 tournaments (depending on the age group) throughout the season only on weekends. The results of these tournaments determine Provincial rankings which then determine National Rankings/Division Placements.

Where and when are tournaments?

There are a variety of tournaments held throughout the season by Volleyball Manitoba and by other club teams. Location and dates of tournaments vary depending on the team. Tournaments are held in a variety of locations such as: Winnipeg, Steinbach, Selkirk, Brandon, Portage la Prairie and more…

Providence Jr. Pilots is excited to announce we are running a few tournaments this year. See list below and register today. More Tournaments will be added so stay tuned. 

17U and 18U Girls Tournament

Dates: March 15 and 16, 2025

Locations: Niverville CRRC and Providence University College

Price: $495 includes GST

Register Here 

In the event that you must withdraw from the tournament, the following refund policy applies:

• Cancel six weeks prior to tournament start date: Full Refund (minus $25 processing fee)
• Cancel three to five weeks prior to tournament start date: 60% Refund (minus $25 processing fee)
• Cancel zero to two weeks prior to tournament start date: No Refund

Jr. Pilots is excited to offer an opportunity for girls in Grade 6 to begin their love for volleyball. We are offering sessions run by Coach Bonnie Loewen in preparation for the 2025 club year, where the Jr. Pilots will run their first ever 12U team.    

Dates: Fridays - November 8, 15, 22, and 29

Time: 4:30-6:00pm

Location: Providence University College

Cost: $10/session

https://prov.ca/jrpilots-12umini