VNB Newsletter

May 2026

Teamwork and Solidarity | Integrity and Respect | Leadership and Accountability | Excellence and Professionalism

NORCECA Men’s

Continental Championship

Multi-Day Packages Now Available!

Multi-day packages are now available! This includes a a Pool Play package, Continental Playoff Package, and an Olympic Qualifier package!

Call for Volunteers!

Don’t forget registration is still open to volunteer and be part of the team behind the scenes at the NORCECA Men’s Continental Championship in Moncton!

Please note that volunteer positions are limited and will be filled through an application process. All selected volunteers must be willing and able to become members of Volleyball New Brunswick (no cost)

VNB Spotlight

Volleyball NB is incredibly proud to celebrate the boys’ volleyball team from École François-Xavier-Daigle, who have been named recipients of the 2026 National Inclusive Education Award.

This prestigious award, presented by Inclusion NB, recognizes groups that go above and beyond to create a culture of belonging, safety, and mutual support. By ensuring every student feels valued on and off the court, these athletes and their coaches have proven that volleyball is about much more than just the score—it’s about community.

The team and coaches will be honored later this fall by Her Honour Louise Imbeault, Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick, at the Government House.

Please join us in congratulating these outstanding young men for representing the best of New Brunswick volleyball!

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

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Jack Lawson Cup

The Countdown is ON!

We can’t wait to welcome 128 middle schools teams to the Coliseum and Le Sommet in TWO WEEKS!

Coaches – Remember to check-in on arrival to get your welcome packages and tags!

Admission

  • Day Pass: $10
  • Event Pass: $15
  • Children under 18: FREE

Trustii – Background Check Partner

We are pleased to announce that, through a new partnership with Volleyball Canada, a new provider is now available for your criminal background checks.

Trustii, a proud Canadian company, offers comprehensive criminal background checks at a competitive price of $18.99 + taxes.

The process is quick and simple:

Once completed, your report will typically be delivered in under 10 minutes.

Team NB

2026 Coaching Staff

Introducing the coaching staff for the 2026 summer season!

Canada Cup

17U Girls Head Coach: Robbie Crouse
17U Girls Assistant Coach: Geneviève Arseneau

17U/18U Boys Head Coach: Mike Gallagher
17U/18U Boys Assistant Coach: Dan Pilon

17U Girls Head Coach: Phil Karatzios
17U Girls Assistant Coach: Jessica MacDonnell

17U Boys Head Coach: Alex Livingston
17U Boys Assistant Coach: Kyle Chaffe

Eastern Elites

16U Girls Head Coach: Frank St-Amand
16U Girls Assistant Coach: Meredith Harrison

16U Girls Head Coach: Danny Lebel
16U Girls Assistant Coach: Breanna McLean

16U Boys Head Coach: Matthew Mills
16U Boys Assistant Coach: Ty Poore

15U/16U Boys Head Coach: Claude Paulin
15U/16U Boys Assistant Coach: Andrew Arseneau

15U Girls Head Coach: Carney O’Hara
15U Girls Assistant: Coach Pascale Chiasson

15U Girls Head Coach: Geoff Mabey
15U Girls Assistant Coach: Nathan Archibald

15U Girls Head Coach: Claudie Chaisson
15U Girls Assistant Coach: Sophie Hedou

15U Boys Head Coach: Nate Heyburn
15U Boys Assistant Coach: Jolin Vienneau

14U Girls Head Coach: Suzanne Landers
14U Girls Head Coach: Heather Gillis
14U Girls Head Coach: Mario Bourque
14U Girls Assistant Coach: Marisol Beaudry
14U Girls Assistant Coach: Maddie Dever

14U Boys Head Coach: Sandra Castaneda
14U Boys Head Coach: Matt LeBlanc

Beach

Hit the Sand – VNB Beach Tour 2026

STOP 1 – Parlee Beach

  • June 13-14, 2026

STOP 2 – Willie O’Ree

  • July 1, 2026 (Youth)
  • July 4, 2026 (Senior)

STOP 3 – Parlee Beach

  • July 25-26, 2026

FINAL STOP – PROVINCIALS – Willie O’Ree

  • August 8-9, 2026

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