It's an unconventional approach, but the Mavericks own the proof of success as their three 15-and-under girls' teams finished at the top of a November Ontario Volleyball Association regional tournament.

The club is mixing around all players from the 15U level for each event and will only select set teams at the end of January.

"They get a chance to play with a variety of players and all three head coaches," explains coach Colin Walker, whose Stampede girls came out on top. "It is rewarding to see that our unique situation is being rewarded with strong results."

Other early-season champions include the Walker-coached Ottawa Fusion 16U boys, the Fusion 14U girls, and 14U boys and 17U girls Mavs.