2026-2027 TRYOUT DETAILS
Thank you for your interest in MAC volleyball!
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Thank you to all the athletes (and parents) who came out for tryouts this year! We had a great turnout for all teams, and a lot of fun.
Teams from 13U to 18U are now full.
We are still looking for 12U (4v4) players!
Anyone born in 2014 or younger is welcome to join a practice any time this fall to try it out!
Wednesdays @ 6-8pm
Contact: macvolleyballclub@gmail.com for details
WHAT TO EXPECT
Proof of OVA MRS registration will be required to enter the gyms for tryouts.
There will be a registration table set up at tryouts. Please check in at the table before entering. We'll ensure that you have registered as a tryout player with the OVA and that your payment of $20 via e-transfer has been received.
All athletes must register through MRS as a tryout player (see OVA Membership Policy below). MRS Registration opens September 1st. Please use your athlete’s name to create the account. It is a free membership. For proof of registration we will accept a screenshot.
Come prepared.
Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to start time. Bring a full water bottle and dress appropriately.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
MAC Volleyball is a registered member of the OVA (Ontario Volleyball Association) and we follow the guidelines outlined in the Youth Competitions Manual. As members, we are bound by OVA Membership Policy.
The OVA registration that was completed for the 2026 Summer Open Gyms will expire August 31, 2026. Every NEW season, teams, players and coaches must re-register through the OVA Membership Registration System (MRS) as a tryout player for the 2026-27 Season.
OVA MEMBERSHIP POLICY
FOR REFERENCE:
2026/2027 AGE CATEGORIES
The Ontario Volleyball Association has defined two “ Age Category Pathways” for competition as outlined below.
Athlete age eligibility is determined by an athlete’s year, and in some cases, month of birth. If your athlete is born between September 1 and December 31 of a given year, they are eligible to play at their “Chronological Age Category” AND the “Extended Age Class”.
AGE CATEGORY:
Chronological Age Class (2026/27)
12U: Born 2015 or younger (4v4 - Early Contact Initiative)
13U: Born 2014 (6v6 - Early Contact Initiative)
14U: Born 2013 (TLS- Early Contact Initiative)
15U: Born 2012
16U: Born 2011
17U: Born 2010
18U: Born 2009
AGE CATEGORY:
Extended Age Class (2026/27)
12U: Born between January 1 - December 31, 2014
13U: Born between January 1 - December 31, 2013
14U: Born between September 1, 2012 and December 31, 2012
15U: Born between September 1, 2011 and December 31, 2011
16U: Born between September 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010
17U: Born between September 1, 2009 and December 31, 2009
18U: Born between September 1, 2008 and December 31, 2008