Volleyball NT

08/30/2026

Athletes, this one is for your coaches!!!

Behind every practice, competition, challenge, and breakthrough is a coach who gives their time, shares their knowledge, and believes in their athletes. National Coaches Week is September 14–20, and it is a great opportunity to simply say .

Share a photo, a favourite memory, a few words about what your coach means to you, or nominate a coach for recognition through Sport North. Coach nomination deadline: September 7, 2026

Sometimes a simple thank you means more than we realize. Let’s make sure our NWT coaches know how much they are appreciated!

Athletes: National Coaches Week is Your Chance to Say ! Every athlete has a coach who has encouraged them, challenged them, and believed in them. During National Coaches Week (September 14-20), take a moment to let your coach know how much they mean to you.

There are lots of simple ways to get involved:
Share a thank you message, photo, reel, or story featuring your coach.
Finish the sentence: "Thanks Coach for..." in a short video.
Tag your coach in a social media post using .
Share your favourite lesson or quote your coach has taught you.
Write your coach a handwritten thank you card.
Make a small gift, drawing, or photo collage.
Surprise your coach with a team cheer, banner, or tunnel at practice.
Gather your teammates for a quick thank you huddle before practice.
Bring a treat to share with your team in your coach's honour.

Sport North is also recognizing outstanding coaches throughout National Coaches Week. Help us celebrate the coaches who inspire athletes across the Northwest Territories by submitting a coach for recognition!

Coach nomination deadline: September 7, 2026
Submit your coach here: https://forms.gle/itHyBgixHTRajyau8

Let's celebrate the people who help us become better athletes, teammates, and leaders.

08/27/2026

SAFE SPORT. STRONGER TOGETHER.

Volleyball should be a place where everyone feels safe, respected, supported and welcome. Whether you are an athlete, coach, official, volunteer, parent or supporter, we all have a role to play in creating positive sport experiences.

Safe Sport means knowing the safeguards that are in place. It means appropriate screening and training, following the Rule of Two, setting clear expectations for behaviour, protecting athletes, and having a process to raise concerns when something does not feel right.

It also means asking questions. Parents and athletes should feel comfortable asking who is responsible, how adults working with athletes are screened, how coaches communicate with athletes, what happens during travel and in change rooms, and who they can speak with if they have a concern.

Positive experiences help people develop confidence, belonging and a love of sport that can last a lifetime. Safe Sport starts with all of us.

08/25/2026

National Coaches Week is coming up September 14–20!!!

Coaches play such an important role in sport across the Northwest Territories, helping athletes grow, building confidence, creating positive experiences, and strengthening our communities.

Sport North is inviting nominations to recognize NWT coaches during National Coaches Week. If there is a coach who has made a difference in your sport or community, take a few minutes to nominate them!

Nomination deadline: September 7, 2026 Let’s celebrate the people behind the athletes and say !

Sport Organizations: Get Involved in National Coaches Week! National Coaches Week is September 14-20, 2026, and we encourage all sport organizations across the Northwest Territories to join us in celebrating the incredible coaches who make sport possible.

There are many simple and meaningful ways your organization can recognize your coaches:

Share daily coach spotlights featuring photos, stories, or athlete testimonials.
Launch a "Tag a Coach" campaign and encourage members to share why their coach has made a difference.

Create a thank you video from your athletes, volunteers, or board members.
Ask your followers, "What's one word that describes your coach?"
Promote the FREE NCCP eLearning modules available during National Coaches Week.
Host a coach appreciation event, present certificates, or create a Wall of Gratitude at your facility.

Sport North is also inviting organizations to submit coach nominations for recognition throughout National Coaches Week.

Coach nomination deadline: September 7, 2026
Submit your coach here: https://forms.gle/itHyBgixHTRajyau8

Together, let's recognize the coaches who inspire athletes, strengthen communities, and help make sport thrive across the Northwest Territories.

08/24/2026

A great reminder that creating positive sport experiences starts with making sport safe, smart and secure for everyone.

The Responsible Coaching Movement provides organizations and coaches with practical resources to help strengthen safe sport practices and build environments where everyone can participate and belong.

Check out the resources and help keep the movement growing across our sport communities!

08/23/2026

Move. Learn. Connect. Have fun. Sport gives us so many opportunities to build confidence, competence, friendships, and healthy habits that can stay with us for life. We love this message from Physical Literacy NWT. Every opportunity to move matters!

Being active is about so much more than exercise!!! Movement helps us build stronger bodies, but it can also help sharpen our minds, lift our mood, build confidence, create friendships, and support our health for years to come. And the best part? Being active can look different for everyone.

Physical Literacy is about helping people develop the confidence, competence, and motivation to be active in ways they enjoy, throughout their lives. Every opportunity to move matters. Move more. Feel better. Live well.

08/21/2026

A great funding opportunity for NWT high performance athletes!!!

Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 High Performance Athlete Grant, helping eligible athletes with the costs that come with training and competing at the highest levels of sport.

Application deadline: October 16, 2026

Check out the information below from Sport North and make sure to get your application in before the deadline!

Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 High Performance Athlete Grant!

The High Performance Athlete Grant provides financial support to eligible Northwest Territories athletes competing at the highest levels of sport.

Funding can help offset costs associated with training, travel, coaching, equipment, and competition outside the NWT.

The program is delivered in partnership by the Government of the Northwest Territories and Sport North Federation.

Application deadline: October 16, 2026

Athletes are encouraged to review the eligibility requirements and submit all required documentation before the deadline.

Learn more and apply:
https://www.maca.gov.nt.ca/en/services/high-performance-athlete-grant

08/20/2026

Help Us Celebrate Our Coaches!!! National Coaches Week is coming up, and Sport North is looking for stories about the coaches who make a difference across the Northwest Territories.

Do you know a coach who has inspired, supported, encouraged, or helped you, your child, your team, or your community? Take a few minutes to nominate them and help us say .

Throughout National Coaches Week, September 14 to 20, Sport North will be sharing coach stories and celebrating the people who make sport possible across the NWT.

Submit your coach here:
https://forms.gle/itHyBgixHTRajyau8
Deadline: September 7, 2026

Every story matters, and every coach deserves a thank you.

Help Us Celebrate Our Coaches! National Coaches Week is just around the corner, and we want to recognize the incredible coaches who make a difference in the Northwest Territories.

Do you know a coach who has inspired, supported, or encouraged you, your child, or your community? We'd love to celebrate them! Nominate your coach by filling out our online form.

Throughout National Coaches Week (September 14-20), we'll be sharing your submissions on our website and social media to recognize the amazing coaches who help make sport possible across the NWT. Every coach deserves a thank you, and every story helps celebrate the positive impact coaches have on athletes and communities.

Submit your coach here: https://forms.gle/itHyBgixHTRajyau8
Deadline to submit: September 7th, 2026

Let's come together and say !

08/20/2026

Looking ahead to another exciting year of school sport in the Northwest Territories! NT School Sports has released its 2026–2027 event calendar, featuring competitions in soccer, cross country, volleyball, table tennis, badminton, basketball, and track & field.

School sport provides young people with opportunities to stay active, build friendships, develop leadership skills, and experience the many benefits of participation in sport. Best of luck to all the student-athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, host schools, and communities preparing for the upcoming season!

View the full calendar on the NT School Sports website.

The Northwest Territories School Sports Association (NTSSA) is excited to unveil the official 2026–2027 School Sport Events Calendar, featuring another year of competition, teamwork, leadership, and unforgettable experiences for student-athletes across the territory. From outdoor soccer in Septemb...

08/19/2026

Mentorship makes a difference!!! Strong mentors help build stronger leaders by sharing knowledge, opening doors, and encouraging others to reach their potential. Whether you're an athlete, coach, official, volunteer, or sport leader, mentorship can have a lasting impact on personal and professional growth.

Canadian Women & Sport has shared new insights on the important role mentorship plays in developing and retaining women leaders in sport.

Take a moment to recognize someone who has supported your journey and thank them for the positive impact they've made.

08/18/2026

National Coaches Week is Getting Closer! There's still time to plan how your club, team, school, or organization will celebrate National Coaches Week, happening September 14-20, 2026. Recognition doesn't have to be elaborate. A simple thank you, a coach spotlight, a team photo, or a few words of appreciation can make a lasting impact.

Plan a coach recognition event
Organize a coach spotlight on social media
Encourage athletes and families to share a message
Celebrate the coaches who make sport possible in your community

Let's come together to recognize the dedication, leadership, and positive impact of coaches across the Northwest Territories.