COMPETE Indoor
TRYOUTS start Sept 6
Our
COMPETITIVE
Approach
The Ottawa Fusion Volleyball Club has been very successful in representing Ottawa in the competitive volleyball community through out Ontario, Canada and Internationally.
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Tryouts happen in September/October, kicking off an intense 8-month season until May. COMPETE team members commit to 3 weekly practices plus strength and conditioning. Teams participate in 7-10 tournaments, mainly in Ontario, with possible U.S. locations. All Fusion teams attend Provincial Championships (April) and Nationals (May) or equivalent.
We uphold a unified high standard at our club, offering one Elite High Performance Standard for all COMPETE teams. Athletes stay on their selected team for the season, engaging in competitive training to foster teamwork during tournaments.
Training includes:
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Competition involves 4-6 OVA Tournaments, 2-3 Additional Tournaments, and 1 Provincial Championship and National Championships or equivalent.​​
Tryout Details 2024/2025
Be part of the action -
Tryouts start September 6, 2024!
TRYOUTS start Sept 6
During on court assessments, athletes will rotate through courts where coaches will explain how each skill is being evaluated. Volleyball is a late development sport and as such we recognize that not all athletes come with the same level of previous experience. For this reason we continue to place significant value in the objective assessments conducted by our partners at Sport Science Performance Centre. The fitness assessments helps demonstrate key attributes often found in developing volleyball athletes. Coaches will take into account all on court scores and the fitness assessment when making their selections. ​
​Tryouts include 2 on-court session plus 1 fitness evaluation.
All sessions should be considered mandatory. In the event of an illness, it is important to contact the Club Head Coach (ClubHC@ottawafusion.ca) to maintain your tryout status.
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The selection process follows the Tryout policy of the Ontario Volleyball Association. It is important that parents are aware of the policy and obligations. Please read the policy as it has changed from last year. The 2024 OVA Tryout Window Policy for different age groups can be see here: https://www.ontariovolleyball.org/club-tryouts .
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Although offers will be provided as early as the date listed, It is important to note that not all athletes will accept an offer and as such coaches will continue to present offers in the subsequent days until all roster spots are full.
Welcome to Ottawa Fusion Volleyball Competitive Team Tryouts 2024-25
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Please read carefully the following information before proceeding to registration.
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TRYOUT FORMAT
Tryouts include 2 on-court sessions plus 1 fitness evaluation.
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On-court sessions run 90-120 minutes and include both individual and team skill training and evaluation. Our coaches will first demonstrate skills then support the athlete during the process. Effort, receptivity to feedback, and athleticism are key performance indicators our coaches are looking for.
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Fitness evaluations run approximately 60 minutes and are provided by our Elite Strength and Conditioning partner SportScience Rehab and Performance (https://www.sportsciencecanada.com/) How to schedule your individual evaluation is included in your registration receipt email. Please check it immediately and book your slot.
In the fitness evaluation the athlete will be exposed to the most comprehensive fitness assessment available in the province. A detailed report will be provided to all athletes following the tryout period (regardless of tryout outcome). For athletes selected to Compete Teams, this assessment will be your baseline from which you will be tested throughout the season.
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All tryout sessions and fitness testing should be considered mandatory. In the event of an injury, please contact our club head coach (ClubHC@Ottawafusion.ca) to inform of your absence. Priority will be given to athletes with complete testing profiles.
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TRYOUT SCHEDULE
The Tryout schedule is posted on the Fusion website here: https://www.ottawafusion.ca/compete-indoor#tryouts-schedule
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Please watch the website for tryout changes. We do everything possible to maintain the schedule but changes do occasionally happen.
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TRYOUT COSTS
• Now - Sept 6: $70 per athlete (advance registration)
• Sept 7 and Later: $90 per athlete (late registration)
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AGE GROUPS
Ontario Volleyball has developed a comprehensive age categorization to ensure athletes are provided the opportunity to compete in a class commensurate with physical development.
We ask all athletes to register and report to the on-court sessions designated for their chronological age category.
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Evaluation results are made available to all our coaches. Should an athlete demonstrate they have both the technical skills and physical attributes to play up in age, consideration will be given. Similar if an athlete is born between September and December, they can be given consideration to play at the age group that is one year younger. During the tryout process we make every attempt to best identify what team best fits the athletes long term development in the sport.
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OVA Age Categories
Age Category Chronological Age Class
15 & Under Born 2010 or later
16 & Under Born 2009 or later
17 & Under Born 2008 or later
18 & Under Born 2007 or later
Age Category Extended Age Class
15 & Under Born between September 1st 2009 and December 31st 2009
16 & Under Born between September 1st 2008 and December 31st 2008
17 & Under Born between September 1st 2007 and December 31st 2007
18 & Under Born between January 1st 2006 and December 31st, 2006
OVA Age Categories ECI Stream​​​​​​​
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**More information on the OVA Early Contact Initiative (ECI) can be found here: https://www.ontariovolleyball.org/early-contact
HOW TO REGISTER
Step 1
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Complete this registration form and payment using the link provided below
Step 2
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A registration reply email will be sent to you. PLEASE READ IT.
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It contains links for the athlete to register for a fitness evaluation time slot. Slots fill up fast, so please register immediately.
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It also contains a link to register into the Ontario Volleyball Association, which is required by the province and will be checked upon arrival. When registering in the Ontario Volleyball Association please select "Tryout Athlete" as there will be no charge for that option.
TRYOUT SCHEDULE
NOTE:
We're sharing the tryout date and time in advance to assist with your planning.
Tryout locations and times are subject to change, so please check back regularly. Final locations will be posted by August 20.
Your fitness test booking information is included in your tryout registration receipt email.
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Locations:
Paul Desmarais - 5315 rue, Abbott St E, Stittsville, ON K2S 0X3
Pierre Savard - 1110 Longfields Dr, Nepean, ON K2J 0H9
Maurice Lapointe - 17 Bridgestone Dr, Kanata, ON K2M 0E9
Pierre De Blois - 1310 Chapman Mills Dr, Nepean, ON K2J 6L9
Bernard-Grandmaitre - 4170 chemin Spratt, Ottawa, ON K1V 0Z5
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Last updated: September 6 - 15U Girls tryouts location and time updated for Sep 7th
Boys Tryouts
Girls Tryouts
Get Involved!
Should you have previous volleyball and/or coaching experience and interested in joining the great group of Fusion coaches, please contact our club technical director at ClubHC@ottawafusion.ca
SEASON COST
Per Athlete
Fees include
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Gym rentals
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Tournament Registration Fees
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Coach - registration, travel, honorarium, swag
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Club expenses - admin, operations, equipment
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Athlete clothing & uniforms
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Club equipment
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Sport Science Strength & Conditioning Program & Coaches
Fees do not include
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OVA Membership fee (TBD)
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Athlete travel, meals
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Parent travel, meals
18U - $3900-$4100
17U - $3900-$4100
16U - $3600-$3800
15U - $3600-$3800
14U - $2900-$3000
13U - $2800
12U - $1600
ESTIMATED
2024/25 FEES
Join us for tryouts in September/October!
Unleash Your Volleyball Potential.
