VEA × OCVA New in Orange County

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Vision Elite Academy
United States
April 27, 2026 · Press Release
Vision Elite Academy
Orange County Volleyball Association

A New Chapter for Volleyball in Orange County

Vision Elite Academy welcomes the Orange County Volleyball Association, a non-profit committed to expanding access to the sport across Southern California.

The Journey

25+ years of building volleyball pathways.

  1. 1999
    Vision Elite Academy founded
    Luc Tremblay launches VEA in Calgary with a focus on long-term athlete development.
  2. 2020s
    National network
    VEA expands across Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, and the Fraser Valley.
  3. April 2026
    OCVA launches
    United Volleyball Club joins VEA as the Orange County Volleyball Association, a non-profit.
Announcement

Vision Elite Academy has officially acquired United Volleyball Club in Fountain Valley, California. As part of this transition, the organization will now operate as the Orange County Volleyball Association, a non-profit committed to expanding access to the sport and strengthening long-term athlete development across the region.

Volleyball for All

Our mission is simple. Make volleyball accessible, inclusive, and development-focused for every athlete.

A Dual Structure

From grassroots fundamentals to elite competition.

Two programs, one pathway. Build from the ground up while competing at the top.

VISION Academy · Ages 7–12

Building from the ground up.

Through our VISION Academy, we will deliver structured, high-quality programming for young athletes with a focus on:

  • Building strong fundamentals
  • Developing athletic confidence
  • Creating a positive, engaging first experience in the sport
This is where long-term success begins. We are investing heavily in getting it right.
United VBC · High Performance

Competing at the highest level.

United Volleyball Club will continue to operate and grow its High Performance programs, maintaining its commitment to:

  • Competing at the highest levels in Southern California
  • Developing elite athletes
  • Preparing players for advanced competition and next-level opportunities
A complete pathway for athletes at every stage.
What This Means for the Community

A long-term investment in Orange County volleyball.

Expanded access

More youth volleyball programs across Orange County, with pricing models built for non-profit accessibility.

Clear development pathway

From a 7-year-old's first practice to elite competition, every stage of the journey has a home.

Stronger coaching

Unified training standards and coaching systems across the VEA network, applied locally in OC.

Long-term investment

A non-profit commitment to growing volleyball in Orange County for decades, not just seasons.

Looking Ahead

This is just the beginning.

With the launch of the Orange County Volleyball Association, we are building a model that combines grassroots development with high-performance excellence. We are excited to grow it with our athletes, families, and community.

Welcome to the next phase of volleyball in Orange County.

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Orange County Volleyball Association
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