RICHMOND HILL, Ont. — Canada's top university volleyball players will take centre stage in Calgary as Mount Royal University (MRU) prepares to host the 2027 U SPORTS Men's and 2028 Women's Volleyball Championships, supported by new partnerships with Intelica Solutions Inc. as title partner and Hayher Lee LLP as presenting sponsor.

History will be made as Mount Royal University stages its first two U SPORTS national championships, welcoming the country's best men's and women's university volleyball programs to Kenyon Court. Each 11-game tournament will feature elite student-athletes competing for the national title. The men's event will take place March of 2027, followed by the women's event in March of 2028.

Intelica Solutions Inc. and Hayher Lee LLP join U SPORTS and MRU in presenting these milestone championships, helping to elevate the competition experience and spotlight university sport on the national stage.

QUOTES:
"Partnering with Intelica Solutions Inc. and Hayher Lee LLP reflects a shared belief in the power of university sport to inspire and unite communities. With Mount Royal University set to host, these back-to-back championships will not only showcase the best of Canadian volleyball but also celebrate the values, teamwork and excellence that define our student-athletes." - Pierre Arsenault, Chief Executive Officer, U SPORTS

"We are proud to host the 2027 Men's and 2028 Women's U SPORTS National Volleyball Championships, events that will bring together the best in Canadian university volleyball. With Intelica as our Title Sponsor and Hayher Lee as our Presenting Sponsor, this championship represents more than elite competition — it's a celebration of athletic excellence, resilience, and community. We look forward to welcoming teams, fans, and partners from across the country to witness the pinnacle of university sport and the unifying power of volleyball." - Karla Karch, Director, Cougars Athletics and Recreation

"From coast to coast, Intelica champions innovation and community. We're thrilled to support the Mount Royal Cougars as they bring the nation's best to Calgary in 2027 and 2028! Together, we're creating a legacy that inspires excellence across Canada — on and off the court." -Trent Schultz, President, Intelica Solutions

"As the proud sponsor of the upcoming Volleyball National Championship Tournament at Mount Royal University, our law firm is honored to support an event that celebrates excellence, teamwork, and the spirit of student-athletics. Our connection to Mount Royal University runs deep, three of our lawyers have personal ties to the university's volleyball program, either as former athletes, coaches, or board members. Their experiences have shaped not only their careers, but also the collaborative culture we foster within our practice." - Andy Hayher, Partner, Hayher Lee, LLP

Both championships will leave a lasting legacy within the Calgary community, engaging local volunteers, schools, and youth programs while highlighting MRU's continued growth as one of Canada's premier volleyball programs.

Ticket and broadcast information will be announced closer to the championship dates at USPORTS.ca.

About Mount Royal University
Mount Royal University (MRU) is one of Canada's top destinations for undergraduate studies. Founded in 1910 in Calgary, it offers small class sizes and personalized student services within a scholarly community renowned for academic excellence and a focus on teaching and learning. The Cougars proudly represent MRU in U SPORTS as a Canadian post secondary leader in athletics experiences that support the pursuit of personal growth.

About Intelica Solutions Inc.
At Intelica, technology transcends hardware and software — it's a means to empower your vision and drive sustainable growth. Rooted in the core values of Trust, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence, our dedicated team transforms challenges into opportunities with tailored, innovative solutions.

Our company is built on a legacy of excellence, our people are the heart of our innovation, and our guiding principles shape every decision we make. Discover how we blend expertise with passion to create technology that truly makes a difference.

About Hayher Lee LLP
Hayher Lee LLP, is a family law & estate litigation firm based in Calgary, Alberta.

About U SPORTS
U SPORTS is the national brand for university sports in Canada. Every year, over 15,500 student-athletes and 700 coaches vie for 23 national championships in 13 different sports. U SPORTS also provides high performance international opportunities at FISU Winter and Summer World University Games, World University Championships, University World Cups and various educational initiatives.
U SPORTS works in collaboration with 58 members and four conferences as well as the Canadian sport system and Corporate Canada on the growth and delivery of university sport to student-athletes across the country.

For further information, please contact:
John Bower
Director, Marketing and Communications
U SPORTS
780-667-5646
jbower@usports.ca