TWU Hosts 2026 Women’s Volleyball Championship

Hearing about upcoming sporting events is something that many of the University teams and organizations continue to promote on a regular basis, while many minor programs in various areas seldom do or know how to do..

Covering various sports means having quality photographs which are supplied to Sportswave by three first class photographers, namely Mark Steffens, Wes Shaw and Laird Allan who are top quality individuals who continue to amaze me with the shots they manage to get.

The minor sporting Associations rely on volunteers who for the most part do an exceptional job while some in various minor sport organizations rely on their executive to take this task of which there are many and yes even in my “neck of the woods.”

One group that promotes sports at the University level of the game is U Sport and while they have “deeper” pockets they promote and grow all levels of the game.

If you’re being polite and you thank them you might say “A Tip of the Hat” but in this case it’ll be a “Tip-Off” considering that the announcement was to promote the upcoming 2026 U Sports Women’s Volleyball Championship.

Grab your tickets early so you don’t miss out on the championship hosted by Trinity Western University and played at the Langley Events Centre hitting the court March 13th-15th, 2026.

U SPORTS Chief Executive Officer Pierre Arsenault told the media “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,”

He continued “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, the Athletic Director for TWU mentioned “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. ” 

He continued “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. and 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 and for student-athletes, culminating their season at the championship is an exceptional career achievement. 

Photos below by Wes Shaw 

The U SPORTS championship also fosters a sense of community and school spirit, uniting students, faculty, and local residents in support of their team. 

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.