Noah Parenteau

Assistant Coach

15-16UB Black Riders

C O A C H

Coaching Maverick VB since:

2020

Certification Level

Development Coach (Trained)

Playing History

2016-2021 – Maverick Alumni (13U-17U)

Summer 2018 – Ontario Summer Games

2018-2022 – Senior Boys Team at l’école secondaire catholique Béatrice-Desloges

2023-2024  –  Ottawa Competitive Volleyball League (OCVL)

Coaching Experience

Winter 2020 – Assistant Coach of the Young Mavs

Winter 2023 – Head Coach of the 15U/16U Boys Regional Training Center

2023-2024 Season – Assistant Coach of the 14U Boys High-Performance Training Center (Bandits)

Winter 2025 – Assistant Coach of the 15U/16U Boys Regional Training Center (Black Riders)

Coaching Philosophy

Volleyball is more than just a team sport – it’s as much a mental game as it is a physical one. In fact, I believe that success in volleyball is 20% physical and 80% mental. To truly grow as athletes, players must commit to developing not only their skills on the court but also their mindset, goals, and leadership off the court. A strong and focused mindset, a positive attitude, and a commitment to team culture are just as essential as physical training.

Le volleyball est plus qu’un simple sport d’équipe : c’est un sport autant mental que physique. En fait, je crois que la réussite au volleyball dépend à 20% du physique et à 80% du mental. Pour véritablement s’épanouir en tant qu’athlètes, les joueurs doivent s’engager à développer non seulement leurs compétences sur le terrain, mais aussi leur état d’esprit, leurs objectifs et leur leadership à l’extérieur des heures de jeu. Un état d’esprit fort et concentré, une attitude positive et un engagement envers la culture d’équipe sont tout aussi essentiels que l’entraînement physique.

Current Career

Bachelor of Architectural Studies (Design) Student at Carleton University