Mickaela is the Head Coach of the 15U Girls – Explosion Team.

Josee is an Assistant Coach with the 15U Girls – Explosion Team.

Josee has been an Elementary School Teacher since 2004, dedicating her career to shaping young minds. She has also taken on the role of coaching grade 7 and 8 boys’ and girls’ teams at her school for an extended period, with her students winning a few championships in the Brantford region over that time.

Josee’s own journey in volleyball began in elementary school and continued through high school, fostering a deep love for the sport. She enjoys coaching because she can instill new skills and a genuine passion for the game in young athletes.

What Josee values most is the positive connections she forms with her players and the emphasis on having fun.

Andrew is the Assistant Coach of this year’s 15U Girls Explosion Team. He has been with BYVC since 2013 and has 11 years of coaching experience, including competitive, developmental, and beach volleyball.

Andrew is a Trained Volleyball Development Coach and also holds a Level 2 – Provincial Referee certification with Volleyball Canada.

Andrew’s coaching philosophy is based on the Long-Term Athlete Development model of Volleyball Canada and OVA, and he prioritizes the development of the well-rounded and complete athlete. He aims to assist athletes in reaching their full potential while inspiring a passion for volleyball beyond their club years. Andrew values the progress and learning experience in sport, encourages athletes to give their best effort, learn by doing, and have fun.