VNB Newsletter
February 2026
Teamwork and Solidarity | Integrity and Respect | Leadership and Accountability | Excellence and Professionalism
East Coast Open
Volleyball New Brunswick’s first-ever East Coast Open – Weekend 2 is RIGHT around the corner!
On Weekend 1, we welcomed 53 teams for a full weekend of volleyball excitement! Congratulations to all of our winning teams from 14U, 15U, and 16U Girls!
February 6-8, 2026: 16U Boys, 17U Girls, 18U Girls
Let us know on Facebook if we will see you there!
VNB Spotlight
VNB Member Spotlight
Do you know someone in the Volleyball NB community who deserves to be celebrated? Whether it’s an athlete, coach, club, official, or volunteer, we want to shine a spotlight on those making a difference and helping grow the sport. Let us know who you think should be recognized in our monthly newsletter by filling out the submission form below!
Spotlight Submission Form
Summer Students
Looking for an exciting way to spend your summer and gain valuable experience in the sports industry? Volleyball New Brunswick is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Student positions! We are looking for motivated, energetic students who are passionate about volleyball and community engagement. These roles offer a fantastic opportunity to work behind the scenes of our summer programs, assist with events, and help grow the game across the province.
The deadline to apply is February 15, 2026.
2026 NORCECA Continental Championships coming to MONCTON NB!
Moncton is set to step onto the international volleyball stage as Volleyball Canada hosts the 2026 NORCECA Men’s Continental Championship at the Avenir Centre from Sept. 11 to 19.
The prestigious tournament will bring elite national teams to Moncton for a high-stakes competition, with one men’s berth to the LA 2028 Olympic Games and three spots at the 2027 Men’s Volleyball World Championship on the line.
Expected participating nations include Canada, the USA, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, and Suriname. While Paris 2024 bronze medallists the USA are already guaranteed an Olympic berth as hosts of the LA 2028 Games, the remaining teams will compete for qualification during the final rounds of the tournament.
Canada’s men’s national team, which has competed at the last three Olympic Games, will have a rare chance to qualify for LA 2028 on home soil, backed by Team Canada fans at the Avenir Centre.
Tickets go on sale March 10 at the Avenir Centre box office and online. Fans can join the venue’s mailing list for early access to full event packages at engage.ticketmaster.net/AvenirCentre.
Team NB
Regional Tryouts
Spend the summer growing your skills and improving your game with Team NB!
Register now for Regional Tryouts
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- February 16 | 11AM-4PM | Nashwaaksis Fieldhouse, Fredericton NB
- February 20 | 5PM-10PM | Sports Pavillion, Edmundston NB
- February 21 | 4PM-10PM | Harbourview High School, Saint John NB
- February 21 | 4PM-10PM | École L’Odyssée, Moncton NB
- February 22 | 9AM-12PM | Superior Middle School, Bathurst NB
- February 22 | 3PM-8PM | Max Aitken, Miramichi NB
Upcoming Events
| Event | Date |
| Senior Women Provincials | April 18-19 |
| Atlantic Men’s Open | April 18-19 |
| Jack Lawson Middle School Cup | May 15-17 |
Keep an eye on our social media – registration will open soon for all events!
Coach Development Workshop
Join Jeff Rand for VNB’s Coach Development Workshop, February 9, 11, 16, 18, & 23 from 8-10PM via Zoom! To learn more and to register use the button below!
Reach Out!
Website: www.volleyballnb.org
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Facebook: Volleyball New Brunswick
TikTok: volleyball.nb
Email: info@volleyballnb.org
Phone: (506) 451-1346
STU Athletics
Club Night
STU Volleyball is thrilled to host Youth Club Day at the Lady Beaverbrook Gym on Sunday, February 8, with matches at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
All youth club athletes who wear their club jersey will receive free admission to the games. There will be prizes, in-game activations, and opportunities to meet members of the Tommies volleyball teams!
ACAA Championships – Fredericton NB
We’re excited to share that St. Thomas University Athletics will be hosting this year’s ACAA Volleyball Championships! The championships will take place Friday, February 27 through Sunday, March 1, bringing the best women’s and men’s teams of the ACAA to Fredericton as they compete for a chance to represent the Atlantic at this year’s CCAA Nationals.
For full event details, including schedules and ticket information, please visit:
