ABOUT US
BUILT FOR ATHLETES WHO WANT MORE.
5 North was founded on one belief — that every athlete deserves coaching that actually moves the needle.
OUR MISSION
MORE REPS. MORE CONFIDENCE. MORE GAME.
5 North Volleyball is a family-run program built on high-quality technical training, strong fundamentals, and purposeful repetition to develop confident, competitive athletes. Beyond the court, we use sport to build resilience, discipline, confidence, and a growth mindset that athletes carry into life.
THE STAFF
MEET THE COACHES
COACH EMMA
Head Coach & Founder
- Founder & Head Coach — 5 North Volleyball (2023–Present)
- Master's in Professional Coaching — Acadia University
- Former University of Windsor & Acadia University Varsity Athlete
- Assistant Coach — York University Women's Volleyball (2024–2025)
- Coach — Barrie Elites 14U & 15U High Performance, improved team ranking from 50th to 6th in Ontario
- Experience developing Team Ontario, NEP & Regional Team athletes
- Multiple Division 1, Tier 1 provincial & national medals as an athlete
EXPERIENCE
Competed at the club and university level before transitioning to coaching. Specializes in fundamental skill development and technical execution
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
"Every rep should have a purpose. I coach athletes to understand the why behind every skill — because players who understand the game make better decisions under pressure."
COACH phil
Skills Coach
- 7+ years of coaching experience across multiple age groups and competitive levels
- Coached in two Division 1, Tier 1 National Finals
- Focuses on simple, skill-specific principles, maximum repetitions & purposeful feedback
- Believes in hard work, intelligent training & developing strong fundamentals
- Committed to helping athletes reach their full potential on and off the court
EXPERIENCE
With 7+ years of coaching experience, including two Division 1, Tier 1 National Finals, he brings extensive experience across multiple age groups and competitive levels.
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
"His coaching emphasizes strong technical foundations, simple skill-specific principles, purposeful repetition, and intelligent training."
WHAT WE STAND FOR
OUR VALUES
INTENTIONAL
Every session is planned. Every rep has a purpose. We don't waste your time.
HONEST
We tell athletes what they need to hear — not what they want to hear. That's how growth happens.
ATHLETE-FIRST
Programs are built around the individual. Your goals drive the training.
COMPETITIVE
We train at game speed. Comfort zones don't win championships.