This image represents more than a roster.
It represents possibility.
The 2026 U17 Girls Native Dream Team Selection marks a powerful moment in the journey of Indigenous youth athletes—one rooted in pride, resilience, and belief. Each name carries a story. Each Nation carries generations of strength. Together, these athletes form a team built not just to compete, but to inspire.
A Court Built on Purpose
Volleyball has become a bridge—connecting Indigenous youth to opportunity, travel, confidence, and global experiences. Native Dream Team was created to ensure talent is never limited by geography, finances, or circumstance. This team is proof of that mission in action.
From northern communities to urban centres, from First Nations to Métis communities, this roster reflects unity across Nations and territories. Different backgrounds. One shared dream.
2026 U17 Girls Native Dream Team Roster
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Jurnee Auger — Beaver First Nation
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Hannah Lavalle — White Bear First Nation
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Mikka Lewis — Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation
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Brier Anderson — Peavine Métis Settlement
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Maryssa Wilson — Métis Nation of Alberta
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Ashley Auger — Bigstone Cree Nation
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Madison Chief — Onion Lake First Nation
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Meadow Fortier — Beaver First Nation
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Shanika Sewap — James Smith Cree Nation
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Peyten Stephanow — Manitoba Métis Federation
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Jarris Bull — Whitefish Lake First Nation
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Caelynn Johnstone — Mistawasis Nehiyawak
Each athlete represents not only herself, but her family, her community, and the generations before her who dreamed of opportunity like this.
More Than Athletes
These players are leaders in the making.
They are role models for younger athletes watching from small gyms, reserve courts, and community tournaments—proof that Indigenous youth belong on every stage, including the international one.
At the U17 level, skill meets discipline, and confidence meets responsibility. Wearing the Native Dream Team name means carrying culture with pride, representing community with humility, and competing with heart.
Representation Matters
Visibility matters. When Indigenous youth see themselves reflected in high-performance sport, it reshapes what they believe is possible. This team challenges outdated narratives and replaces them with excellence, unity, and ambition.
This image captures that moment—the calm before competition, the weight of opportunity, and the promise of what’s ahead.
Looking Forward
This selection is only the beginning.
The road ahead will bring challenges, growth, travel, and unforgettable experiences. Wins and losses will come—but the impact of this team will extend far beyond the scoreboard.
To the athletes selected:
Carry your Nation with pride.
Play fearless.
Dream without limits.
This is Native Dream Team.
This is the future.