Applications are now open for the West Coast Invitational, a national 16U club volleyball tournament taking place January 15–17, 2027, at the Richmond Olympic Oval in Richmond, BC.
Volleyball BC is inviting 16U boys’ and girls’ club teams from across Canada and the western United States to apply for the inaugural West Coast Invitational.
Designed to bring together high-performance teams from across North America, the tournament will feature two separate 16-team competitions, creating a competitive environment where teams can test themselves against strong opposition throughout the weekend.
With six matches guaranteed, seeded pool play, tiered playoffs, and championship finals, the West Coast Invitational will provide an exciting opportunity for clubs looking to compete at a high level early in the 2027 season.
Tournament at a Glance
- Dates: January 15–17, 2027
- Location: Richmond Olympic Oval, Richmond, BC
- Divisions: 16U Boys and 16U Girls
- Capacity: 16 teams per division
- Matches: Six guaranteed per team
- Format: Seeded pool play followed by tiered playoffs
Both divisions will feature a structured competition format designed to provide meaningful matches throughout the tournament. Teams will compete in seeded pools before advancing to tiered playoffs, with the top two teams from each pool qualifying for Tier 1.
All matches will follow a best-of-three format, with sets played to 25 points and a deciding third set to 15. Tier prizes and first-place medals will be awarded, and every team will finish the weekend with a final tournament ranking.
A National Competition on the West CoastHosted by Volleyball BC in partnership with Richmond Sport Hosting, the West Coast Invitational will bring high-level 16U club volleyball to one of British Columbia’s premier sporting venues.
The Richmond Olympic Oval, located at 6111 River Road in Richmond, is approximately a 10-minute drive from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), making it an accessible destination for teams travelling from across Canada and the United States.
The tournament will run across two competition waves, with the boys’ division taking place Friday and Saturday and the girls’ division running Saturday and Sunday. The Tier 1 gold medal matches will close out each division’s competition.
Tournament hotel information will be announced at a later date. Accepted teams will receive details about accommodation options, including a group rate and booking code.
How to Apply
Entry to the West Coast Invitational is by application. Volleyball BC will use submitted team information and results to help seed a balanced field and create competitive matchups throughout the weekend.
Clubs interested in participating must complete the Expression of Interest Form by November 8, 2026.
APPLY HERE – West Coast Invitational Expression of Interest Form
The form requires the club name, team name, and head coach contact information. Accepted teams will be notified by November 15, 2026.With just 16 spots available in each division, clubs are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Join Us in Richmond This January
Volleyball BC looks forward to welcoming clubs from across Canada and the western United States for a weekend of high-level competition at the Richmond Olympic Oval.
For questions about the West Coast Invitational, please contact:
Tournament Inquiries: lm@volleyballbc.org
We look forward to seeing you on the West Coast in January 2027!