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Performance Squad players in purple squad shirts training together on court at West Ryde

Summer '26 · Closes 8 Nov

Earn your place

Obsidian's high performance squad. A selected group of players, training at the highest level with our best coaches.

Wednesdays 5 to 7pmOlympic Park

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The squad

  • Our highest standard of technical training
  • Game scenarios at speed
  • A selected group that pushes you
  • Direct feedback from top-level coaches

Open to all ages, boys and girls. 18 November to 16 December, then Term 1 2027.

Back of a Performance Squad training shirt during a squad session

Selection

  1. 1Applications open Monday 26 October
  2. 2Applications close Sunday 8 November
  3. 3Offers by Friday 13 November
  4. 4Squad starts Wednesday 18 November

What we look for

  • Current level and experience
  • Low ego, coachable, good teammate
  • Leadership, on and off the court
  • Your goals and work rate
  • Every session of the term

Coaches

Coach Nelson

Nelson

NSW Premier League Athlete

Coach Chris

Chris

NSW Premier League Athlete

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Step 1 of 3 Player

School (optional)

Player is a

Level that fits best

Positions played (pick all that apply)

Position you want to play

Used only to assess your application. Never sold.

Questions: obsidianvolleyball@gmail.com

How are players selected?
Our coaches review every application and offer places to the strongest players. Offers go out by Friday 13 November; the squad starts Wednesday 18 November.
What is the commitment?
The full term. Every squad member gets the Obsidian Performance shirt, which isn't sold anywhere.
What if I'm not selected?
We'll tell you what to work on. You can apply again for the next squad.
Do I need to play for a club already?
No.
How much does it cost?
Fees are included with your offer. Payment plans and scholarships are available.
Can I keep doing my regular Obsidian classes?
Yes.
Will there be photos and videos?
Yes. Applying includes agreeing to the program terms and to Obsidian photographing and filming sessions for our website, social media and advertising, the same as our other programs.