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Pierre Arsenault, Chief Executive Officer – U SPORTS
"With the success of women's volleyball at Trinity Western University, U SPORTS is excited to bring our national women's volleyball championship to Langley. Between the passionate volleyball fan base in Langley and the Lower Mainland and the world-class Langley Events Centre, it was easy for U SPORTS to select Trinity Western as the host for the 2026 event. We look forward to seeing large crowds at the event."
Jeff Gamache, Athletic Director – Trinity Western University:
Since joining U SPORTS just over 20 years ago we have been working and dreaming of the opportunity to host this prestigious event. I know our many alumni, and now their children want to attend this tournament that will showcase the best female volleyball in Canada. We are grateful for the support of the Township of Langley, LEC staff and Volleyball BC. Together, we will hold a volleyball festival that fans will want to attend. On behalf of past alumni and current players, we sincerely thank U SPORTS for trusting us with this marquee event, and we look forward to some outstanding volleyball in 2026!
Ryan Hofer, Head Coach – Trinity Western University Spartans:
Hosting the 2026 U SPORTS women's volleyball championship will be a significant event for our community and bring a sense of excitement and pride to our school. This championship significantly enhances the visibility of volleyball within the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland, sparking increased interest and support for the sport at all levels. For student-athletes, culminating their season at the championship is an exceptional career achievement. The U SPORTS championship also fosters a sense of community and school spirit, uniting students, faculty, and local residents in support of their team. We are proud to host and look forward to welcoming teams from across the country to our city.
The 2025 U SPORTS Women's Volleyball Championship is March 14-16 at the Investors Group Athletic Centre on the campus of the University of Manitoba. All games will be broadcast on CBC/Radio-Canada Sports digital platforms. Tickets for this year's championship are available for purchase at USPORTSTickets.ca.
Stay tuned for the unveiling of the championship logos and ticket information in January 2025. For more exciting updates as Trinity Western prepares to welcome the best in Canadian university women's volleyball, visit USPORTS.ca.
About U SPORTS
U SPORTS is the national brand for university sports in Canada. Every year, over 15,500 student-athletes and 700 coaches vie for 23 national championships in 13 different sports. U SPORTS also provides high performance international opportunities at FISU Winter and Summer World University Games, World University Championships, University World Cups and various educational initiatives.
U SPORTS works in collaboration with 58 members and four conferences as well as the Canadian sport system and Corporate Canada on the growth and delivery of university sport to student-athletes across the country.
About Spartan Athletics
As official members of U SPORTS, the Spartans currently compete in 13 sports in the Canada West conference, including women's and men's soccer, volleyball, basketball, hockey, cross country and track & field, as well as women's rugby sevens. TWU also competes as an independent team in men's rugby and women's and men's disc golf. Since TWU entered U SPORTS in 1999, the Spartans have won 14 U SPORTS team championships and 34 Canada West team championships.
About Trinity Western University
Recognized for quality, TWU has received seven consecutive A+ rankings for Quality of Teaching and Learning, holds three Canada Research Chairs, and wins national championships in CIS sports. More importantly, lives are changed at TWU through its whole-person, Christ-centred approach to education. With a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, and adult degree-completion programs, TWU equips leaders of character and competence to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
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