The Championships comprises of Under 19, Under 21 and Under 23 age groups and will be held in Adelaide from Thu 9th - Sun 12th July 2026 (departure date Wed 8 July, return date Sun 12th July)

Volleyball Tasmania is seeking an application from experienced (representative team level) and qualified (minimum VA Level 2) coaches to lead and assist Tasmania representative teams in the U19, U21 & U23 age groups. Team coaches will be required in the April to July period to:

1. Contribute to the identification of invitees to trial for selection by attending Volleyball Tasmania's competitions
2. Conduct Trials as required
3. Conduct Training as scheduled
4. Coach and supervise the team at the Championships

There will be a total of 8 dedicated training sessions (maximum one per week), starting 18 May 2025. Additional S&C sessions are currently being considered, with more information being provided prior to the first training session.

Volleyball Tasmania is also looking for support staff (including a head of delegation) to help with the logistic aspect of the competition. Support Staff will be required in the lead up and during the competition to:

1. Liaise with the coaching staff to introduce themselves to the travelling party;
2. Provide assistance to coaches and athletes during the competition (e.g. interactions with the organising committee, support for injured athletes. Note that athletes and coaches are expected to behave like responsible adults, in charge of their own laundry, personal habits, etc. The support staff responsibility only involves group travel matters.)
3. While travel arrangements will be made directly by Volleyball Tasmania, the travelling itself will be under the responsibility of the support staff. This means:

• • Ensuring every traveller is accounted for at all times;
  • Control any change in the bookings by the provider (accomodation, flight, transport or food)

Being support staff during the competition is an excellent experience for those wanting to become state coaches in the future and gain experience in national competitions.

Applications for coaching and staff will close on Sunday 15 March 2026. Appointments will be made and finalised by 22 March 2026. 

Trials for the players are tentatively booked for 28 March 2026.

The Volleyball Tasmania State Team Management Panel will provide final recommendations to the Volleyball Tasmania Board for approval.