INTERNATIONAL TECHNICAL INDICATORS
FEMALES	18U NATIONAL TEAM			16U NATIONAL TEAM
	MIDDLE	OUTSIDE	OPPOSITE	MIDDLE	OUTSIDE	OPPOSITE
SERVING PERCENTAGE	85%			80%
SERVING SCORE (4 point scale)	2.3			2.1
SERVE RECEIVE (4 point scale)	2.6 +			2.4 +
PLUS-MINUS PERCENTAGE (indiv.)	50-60	35-45	40-50	35-45	50-60	35-45
INTERNATIONAL PHYSICAL INDICATORS
SPIKE TOUCH (CM)	295+	288+	290+	285+	280+	280+
BLOCK TOUCH (CM)	280+	270+	275+	270+	265+	265+
T-TEST	9.6 seconds or faster			10.0 seconds or faster
HITTING VELOCITY

*In addition to the above indicators, Setters are evaluated on ability to run an offence, while Liberos are evaluated on ball control.

Character attributes Volleyball Canada considers desirable:

Self-motivated: Demonstrates the willingness and ability to satisfy a desire, expectation, or goal without being influenced or asked to do so by a coach or teammate.

Strong Work Ethic: Demonstrates consistent and concerted effort which is not conditional on the environment, coach or teammates

Responsible: Accepts accountability for ones actions. Demonstrates an ability to self-direct and does not rely on others for support or guidance.

Focused: Demonstrates an ability to remain fully concentrated and is not easily distracted.

Strong Leadership: Demonstrates the ability to inspire confidence and influence their team toward the achievement of collective goals. Athlete leads by example in training, in setup, and in competition.

Positive Attitude: The athlete consistently expects the best possible outcome from any given situation.

Effective Communication: Is able to clearly and effectively communicate with teammates during rallies, timeouts, and other necessary situations to promote success.

Coachable: Demonstrates the willingness and ability to communicate with coaches, adapt to new techniques and tactics, receive and understand feedback.