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Hi, We're MVC

An elite volleyball club based in Hamilton that provides female athletes the opportunity to train and compete in a high performance volleyball environment.

Built on passion and drive

Mountain Volleyball Club (MVC) is Hamilton’s premier elite volleyball club for female athletes. Founded 14 seasons ago by Jos Nederveen and Denis Levesque, MVC empowers players to grow in skill, confidence, and sportsmanship within a positive, high-performance environment.

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  • Our Mission

    We believe every athlete deserves the chance to shine—whether they’re picking up a volleyball for the first time or chasing national titles

    • Train athletes for regional, provincial, and national competition
    • Support players, coaches, and parents in deepening their volleyball knowledge
    • Encourage skill development, goal-setting, and team unity
    • Provide novice athletes a fun, welcoming introduction to the sport
    • Foster respect for self, teammates, coaches, families, and the club
  • Our Programs

    Elite Performance (12U–18U)

    • Season runs September through May with 2–3 weekly practices
    • Compete for provincial and national championships
    • October retreat at the Ontario Education Leadership Centre (OELC) for team bonding

     

    Developmental & Recreational (MVP)

    • VolleyTotz (JK–Grade 3): playful intro to volleyball
    • House League & Summer Camps (Grades 3–8) at St. Mary’s Secondary
    • Beach Volleyball at Hamilton’s Sandbox facility—play and compete all summer
  • Coaching Excellence & Leadership

    Our head coaches are NCCP-certified and include MVC alumni who understand our club culture.

    The Mountain Volleyball Coaching Certification Program (MVCCP) mirrors NCCP standards to teach passionate athletes how to coach at community and club levels—building leadership from the ground up.

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What drives us

Our commitment to female athletes is powered by three core pillars that guide every practice, game, and program.

Excellence

We cultivate a high-performance environment where athletes strive for regional, provincial, and national success through disciplined training and competitive challenges.

Empowerment

We support players, coaches, and parents with education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities—building confidence on the court and beyond

Respect

We insist on integrity and sportsmanship, ensuring every member honors themselves, their teammates, their families, and the Mountain Volleyball Club.

Meet the Executive Team

A small snapshot of the many volunteers that help make MVC happen

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Peter Stratford

President, Denali coach, 14u wildhorn mentor coach

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Drew Donaldson

Member at large, Coach Everest

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Jos Nederveen

Vice- President, Athabasca mentor coach

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Rebeka Caines

Media, mentor 

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Taylor Morrison

Member at large, Asst coach Everest

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Carolyn Bowler

Tournament convenor

We're always looking for talent

Ready to elevate your game? Join MVC and become part of a legacy that champions excellence, community, and lifelong love of volleyball.

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