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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
The Junior Bisons' Central Showdown invitational volleyball tournament is a high-performance competition opportunity for 17U and 18U teams from across Canada. The tournament brings together 32 teams (16 male and 16 female) for a weekend of 144 games.
Central Showdown is part of Junior Bisons' ongoing mission to develop, enhance and promote positive teamwork and leadership for young athletes.
Date: March 20-22, 2026, 2027 date TBA
First: Winman Strike 18U
Second: Maverick Mustangs 18U
Third: Junior Bisons 18U
First: Junior Bisons 17U Gold
Second: Winman Attack 18U
Third: Ducks 18U
View the full tournament results.
We had a selection of tournament sweaters, long sleeves and t-shirts available via an online store.
Orders placed before March 8 were available for pickup during the tournament at no extra cost. Orders could be shipped individually for an additional fee.
The store remained open during the tournament and closed Monday, March 23, at 11:59 p.m. (CST). Orders placed during this time are completed and shipped in approximately 7 days. Items were available for pick-up from Home Run Sports in Winnipeg or could be shipped for a fee.
All matches will be:
Teams are asked to provide one volunteer scorekeeper and one linesperson each game. Parents and guardians can serve in both roles.
All standard Volleyball Canada Age Class Rules will be observed, with the exception and inclusion of the following:
Volleyball Canada National Championship Warm-up Protocol will be used. Teams to provide their own warm up balls. Full warm-up guaranteed for the first match of the day and will consist of:
We will have a professional photographer at the tournament. High-resolution, professionally edited images will be available to participants following the tournament.
Teams with athletes who have not consented to their social media waiver and for whom photos may not be shared must inform our club administration before the tournament begins. Those teams will be excluded from photos and galleries.
