Category: Volleyball
Indoor volleyball competitions and events.
VNL 2025 Women’s Finals: final eight ready to battle for the coveted title in Łódź
Jul 18, 2025
July 18, 2025.- The Volleyball Nations League (VNL) 2025 women’s competition is heading to its thrilling conclusion in Łódź, Poland, where the top eight teams will battle it out for the title over five high-stakes days. From 23 to 27 July, the renowned Atlas Arena will be the stage for the final round of the […]
There Will Be a New Central American U23 Women’s Champion
Jul 18, 2025
BELIZE CITY, Belize, July 18, 2025. – Excitement is building as Central America prepares for the seventh edition of the AFECAVOL U23 Women’s Championship, set to take place from July 20 to 24 at the Belize City Civic Center, where a new champion will be crowned. The tournament will feature five national teams: El Salvador, […]
Cuba Stuns Poland and Holds on to Seventh Place
Jul 17, 2025
July 17, 2025. – The Caribbean downed the FIVB World Ranking leaders in front of 9,000 Polish fans. Cuba headed to Gdańsk for the third and last week of the Volleyball Nations League 2025 Preliminary Phase aware that they’d need to score big wins in order to qualify for the tournament’s Finals. On Thursday, the Cubans delivered […]
Positive outlook from coaches before the start of NORCECA Women’s Final Four
Jul 17, 2025
MANATÍ, Puerto Rico, July 17th, 2025.- Coaches of the teams at the NORCECA Women’s Final Four taking place at Manatí, Puerto Rico from July 18-20 commented about their expectations ahead of the competition during the preliminary inquiry expecting a high-level competition and to gain experience for their future events. Juan Carlos Núñez, Head coach of Puerto […]
Cuba and USA Wins Keep Them in the Hunt for the VNL Finals
Jul 16, 2025
July 16, 2025. – Cuba’s victory over Bulgaria and USA’s win against Türkiye boosted both teams’ chances of qualifying for the 2025 Men’s VNL Finals. Meanwhile, Canada fell further behind in the standings after losing to Slovenia. Cuba tops Bulgaria and stays alive Deep in the battle for a spot in the Finals, Cuba secured […]
Puerto Rico set to defend title at NORCECA Women’s Final Four
Jul 16, 2025
MANATÍ, Puerto Rico, July 16th, 2025.- Puerto Rico is set to defend its title at the fifth edition of the NORCECA Final Four Women’s tournament taking place from July 18 to 20 in Manati, Puerto Rico. Four national teams, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, Mexico and Trinidad and Tobago, will compete in pursuit of the championship, […]
T&T’s Miguel is CAZOVA Under-23 men’s ‘MVP’
Jul 15, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 13, 2025: Trinidad and Tobago’s Opposite Hitter Jahreef Miguel was named the ‘Most Valuable Player’ of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Men’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena on Sunday. Miguel also collected the ‘Best Opposite’ award after helping his team to a 21-25, 25-20, 30-28, […]
Martinique’s Melinard-Chanteu cops CAZOVA Under-23 Women’s ‘MVP’
Jul 15, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 13, 2025: As was expected Martinique captain Maelyss Melinard-Chanteur was deservedly named the ‘Most Valuable Player’ of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Women’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena on Sunday. Melinard-Chanteur captured the award, one of two on the night after firing her team too 23-25, […]
Final Week of Men’s VNL Preliminary Round Begins
Jul 15, 2025
July 15, 2025. – The final week of Preliminary Round matches for the Men’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) begins this week, with teams battling for a spot in the quarterfinals. The Final Round will be held in Ningbo Beilun, China, starting on July 30. As the host nation, China has already secured a place in […]
Women’s VNL Preliminary Round Concludes, United States Advances to Finals
Jul 14, 2025
July 14, 2025.– The three-week Preliminary Round of the 2025 Women’s Volleyball Nations League came to an end this Sunday, with the United States clinching the last spot for the Finals in 8th place. Meanwhile, the Dominican Republic and Canada finished in 12th and 16th place, respectively. USA Falls to China in Thrilling Five-Set Match […]
U.S. Girls U19 National Team Takes Silver at 2025 World Championship
Jul 14, 2025
July 14, 2025. – The U.S. Girls U19 National Team earned the silver medal at the 2025 Girls U19 World Championship after falling in the final to Bulgaria, 3-1 (21-25, 25-16, 25-17, 29-27) on Sunday in Osijek, Croatia. The U.S. has medaled in the last four World Championships for the age group. The 2023 World […]
Trinidad and Tobago battle to CAZOVA Under-23 Men’s title
Jul 14, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 13, 2025: Host Trinidad and Trinidad were crowned the first champions of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Men’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena on Sunday. This was after the Calypso Spikers led by captain Nicholas Williams defeated Suriname in a sometimes heated but […]
Martinique dethrones Suriname as CAZOVA Under-23 Women's Champions
Jul 14, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 13, 2025: Martinique lifted the title in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Women’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) when they dethroned Suriname (3-1) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. Inspired by France-based captain Maelyss Melinard-Chanteur, Martinique was made to work hard for their victory by a stubborn Suriname team who won the first set, 25-23, before […]
Trinidad and Tobago get Bronze in CAZOVA U-23 Women’s tournament
Jul 14, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 13, 2025: Host Trinidad and Tobago ended their campaign in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Women’s Championship on a high with a win over Curacao for the bronze medal. Winners over the same opponents on Thursday’s first day of competition in five sets, the Deon Hutchinson-coached ‘Calyspo Spikers’ won 25-12, 25-13, 25-20 […]
Martinique finishes on a high to grab Men Bronze in CAZOVA U23
Jul 14, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 13, 2025: Martinique took home the bronze medal in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Men’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) when they came from behind to beat Guadeloupe 3-1 at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. Winners over the same opponents in their final round-robin pool match on Saturday night in straight sets, Martinique found themselves trailing at […]
Andy Leonardo Named Most Valuable Player of the Second Men’s Final Four
Jul 14, 2025
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, July 13, 2025.- Andy Leonardo of Guatemala was named Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the Second AFECAVOL Senior Men’s Final Four, held successfully from July 11 to 13 at the FESAVOL Gymnasium. Leonardo also earned the award for Best Server of the event. Guatemala collected multiple individual honors, with Adolfo Rivas named […]
Guatemala Climbs the Podium Perfectly at the Second Men’s Final Four
Jul 14, 2025
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, July 13, 2025. – Guatemala was crowned undefeated champion of the Second Senior Men’s Final Four organized by AFECAVOL, after comfortably sweeping El Salvador 3-0 (25-18, 25-20, 25-19) in the final match of the competition. Guatemala finished the tournament with a perfect 3-0 record, while El Salvador was unable to secure […]
Belize Claims Silver Medal at the Second Men's Final Four
Jul 13, 2025
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, July 13, 2025. – With a relentless attack and a solid, nearly impenetrable block, Belize defeated Nicaragua 3-0 (25-16, 25-19, 25-21) to secure the silver medal at the Second Senior Men’s Final Four organized by AFECAVOL. Belize finished the tournament with a 2-1 win-loss record, guaranteeing them second place, while Nicaragua […]
Blake Fahlbusch Named MVP at U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 13, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 13, 2025 – Blake Fahlbusch of the United States was named Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2025 U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup after leading his team to an undefeated championship run at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium. USA clinched their third consecutive U19 Pan Am Cup gold […]
USA Captures Third Consecutive Gold Medal at U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 13, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 13, 2025. – The United States achieved a remarkable third consecutive gold medal at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup, sweeping host nation Mexico 3-0 (25-20, 25-21, 25-18) at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium in Cuernavaca. USA’s dominance in the tournament continues, having now won three straight titles, […]
Canada Earns Historic Bronze Medal at U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 13, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 13, 2025. – Canada captured its first-ever medal in the history of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup, defeating Venezuela in straight sets 3-0 (25-15, 26-24, 25-18) on Sunday at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium in Cuernavaca. Canada came out strong, taking early control of the match by […]
Puerto Rico Takes Fifth Place in Thrilling Victory Over Chile
Jul 13, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 13, 2025. – Puerto Rico secured a hard-fought fifth-place finish at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup with a thrilling five-set victory over Chile, 3-2 (21-25, 25-23, 22-25, 25-23, 15-12), on Sunday at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium in Cuernavaca. In a marathon match that lasted over two […]
Panama Finishes Seventh at U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 13, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 13, 2025. – Panama secured a hard-fought seventh-place finish at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup after edging Suriname in a thrilling five-set battle, 3-2 (22-25, 25-19, 12-25, 25-22, 15-8) at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium in Cuernavaca. In a roller coaster of a match, Panama claimed revenge […]
USA Complete VNL Finals Lineup
Jul 13, 2025
July 12, 2025. – USA booked the last available ticket to the Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Finals in Łódź. In Friday’s closing VNL match in Arlington, they outlasted Canada in a dramatic five-set battle and secured their place among the last eight in the competition. The two sets won were sufficient for Canada to […]
United States Aims for a Back-to-Back U19 World Championship
Jul 13, 2025
July 12, 2025. – The reigning champions, United States, ended Poland’s unbeaten run and will play the final against Bulgaria, who eliminated Turkey. The Americans will be aiming for back-to-back titles and their third U19 world championship, having won the title in 2019, when they defeated Italy, and in 2023, when they beat Turkey. United […]
Suriname outlasts T&T in five-sets in gold medal prelude
Jul 13, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 12, 2025: Suriname and host Trinidad and Tobago provided the spectators with a glimpse of what to expect in the final of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Men’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena on Sunday from 6 pm. Both teams already qualified for the final, went back-and-forth […]
Martinique gets past Guadeloupe for first win
Jul 13, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 12, 2025: Martinique finally got among the win column in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Men’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) when they brushed aside French-speaking rivals Guadeloupe (3-0) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. With both teams yet to get a win heading into the contest, it was just left for bragging rights […]
Suriname battles past T&T to reach U-23 women’s finals
Jul 13, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 12, 2025: Defending champions Suriname will have a chance to avenge their lone defeat in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Women’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) so far when they face unbeaten Martinique in the final at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena on Sunday from 4 pm. This after Suriname coached by Victor Lesperrans broke […]
Martinique marches into U-23 women’s finals unbeaten
Jul 13, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 12, 2025: Tournament favourites Martinique marched into the finals of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Women’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) with a third win from as many matches at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. Winners over defending champions Suriname in their opener on Thursday, and host Trinidad and Tobago on Friday, Martinique led by […]
Nicaragua Earns First Victory at the Second Final Four Over El Salvador
Jul 13, 2025
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, July 12, 2025. – Nicaragua earned its first win at the AFECAVOL Senior Men’s Second Final Four with a convincing 3-0 victory over El Salvador (28-26, 25-18, 25-19), facing little resistance throughout the match. With this result, Nicaragua evens its record at 1-1, while El Salvador remains winless after two match […]
Guatemala Outlasts Belize in Power Duel at the Second Men's Final Four
Jul 13, 2025
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, July 12, 2025. – Guatemala had to dig deep to overcome Belize in a hard-fought five-set battle, winning 3-2 (22-25, 25-22, 26-24, 21-25, 15-11). The victory marked Guatemala’s second win at the AFECAVOL Senior Men’s Final Four, with just one match day remaining in the tournament. Guatemala remains undefeated with a […]
Mexico Advances to U19 Final After Dramatic Four-Set Victory Over Venezuela
Jul 13, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 12, 2025. – Mexico secured its place in the final of the Boys’ U19 Pan American Cup after an exciting four-set victory (25-19, 19-25, 25-23, 29-27) over Venezuela at the Gymnasium of the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM). This marks the fifth consecutive time that Mexico has reached the gold […]
USA One Win Away from Hat-Trick at U19 Pan American Cup
Jul 12, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 12, 2025.– The United States is one step closer to achieving a hat-trick at the Boys’ U19 Pan American Cup, advancing to their third consecutive gold medal match after a commanding 3-0 (25-18, 25-18, 25-17) semifinal victory over Canada at the UAEM Gymnasium. Having won the last two editions of the tournament, […]
Valjalo Leads Chile to Victory Over Panama with 26 Points at the U19 Pan American Cup
Jul 12, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 12, 2025.- With an outstanding offensive performance, opposite hitter Joaquín Valjalo led Chile with 26 points in a 3-1 (25-21, 25-17, 21-25, 25-13) victory over Panama at the Boys’ U19 Pan American Cup, taking place at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium and concluding this Sunday. Valjalo has been […]
Puerto Rico to Play for Fifth Place at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 12, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 12, 2025. – Puerto Rico advanced to the fifth-place match at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup after defeating Suriname in straight sets 3-0 (25-18, 25-22, 25-16) on Saturday at the Gymnasium of the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) in Cuernavaca. The Puerto Rican team will face the winner of […]
Calypso Spikers defeats Guadeloupe for CAZOVA U23 Men finals
Jul 12, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 11, 2025: Host Trinidad and Tobago won for the second time in straight sets 3-0), beating Guadeloupe 25-16, 25-13, 25-20 to secure a spot in the gold medal match of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Men’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. For T&T, the trio […]
Martinique silences T&T to reach CAZOVA U23 Women’s gold medal match
Jul 12, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 11, 2025: Martinique secured the first spot available in the final of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Women’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) after they swept host Trinidad and Tobago (3-0) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. Coming off a win against defending champions Suriname in four sets on Thursday night, all eyes were on […]
Suriname wins again to reach CAZOVA U-23 men gold medal match
Jul 12, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 11, 2025: Suriname made it two wins from as many matches to reach the gold medal match when they battled past Martinique in four sets in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Men’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. Following their first night triumph over Guadeloupe in a similar four sets, Suriname powered […]
Belize Opens with a Victory at the Second Men's Final Four
Jul 12, 2025
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, July 11, 2025.– Belize got off to a strong start at the Second AFECAVOL Senior Men’s Final Four, defeating El Salvador 3-1 (25-22, 21-25, 25-22, 25-19) in the closing match of the opening day. Belize displayed great dominance at the net, outscoring El Salvador 14-12 in blocks. They were also more effective […]
Dominican Republic Wins over Thailand, Canada Falls to China
Jul 11, 2025
July 11, 2025 – The Dominican Republic secured their fifth victory of the 2025 Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) season on Friday with a straight-sets win over Thailand. Meanwhile, Canada was unable to match China’s strength and lost in four sets. Dominican Republic Defeats Thailand The Dominican Republic earned their first win in three matches […]
Guatemala Starts Strong at the Second Men’s Senior Final Four
Jul 11, 2025
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, July 11, 2025.- Guatemala came from behind to snatch a 3-2 victory (21-25, 24-26, 25-22, 25-19, 15-12) over Nicaragua in the opening match of the Second AFECAVOL Men’s Senior Final Four. Nicaragua took an early lead by winning the first two sets but couldn’t sustain their momentum against a Guatemalan team that […]
Defending U19 World Champions USA Advance to Semifinals
Jul 11, 2025
July 11, 2025. – Reigning champions United States will face Poland, while Türkiye will take on Bulgaria in the semifinals of the 2025 FIVB Girls’ U19 World Championship, set for this Saturday at the Gradski Vrt Hall in Osijek, Croatia. USA Secures Semifinal Spot Italy suffered their first loss of the tournament, falling to the […]
Canada Defeats Chile and Advances to the Semifinals
Jul 11, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 11, 2025.- Canada secured a spot in the semifinals of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup after defeating Chile in four sets (25-17, 25-20, 22-25, 25-19) at the Gymnasium of the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) in Cuernavaca. Canada moves on to face the United States in the semifinals. In […]
Venezuela Moves into Semifinals at U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 11, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 11, 2025.- Venezuela moved into the semifinals of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup after defeating Suriname in straight sets 3-0 (25-15, 25-14, 25-17) on Friday at the Gimnasio de la Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM). Venezuela now awaits the result of the quarterfinal matchup between Canada and Chile to […]
Important Victory for USA over the Dominican Republic in VNL
Jul 11, 2025
July 10, 2025.- The United States earned an important 3-1 victory (23-25, 25-19, 25-16, 25-20) over the Dominican Republic in their bid to secure a spot among the top 8 teams competing for the title at the 2025 Women’s VNL. The Dominicans gave the Americans an early scare by taking the first set of the […]
Calypso Spikers hold nerve to get past Curacao in five sets
Jul 11, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 10, 2025: Host Trinidad and Tobago served off their bid for the title in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Women’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) with a nail-biting (3-2) win over Curacao at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. In a see-saw contest that had the vociferous crowd at the edge of […]
Calypso Spikers sweep Martinique in clinical display
Jul 11, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 10, 2025: Team captain Nicholas Williams led from the front as host Trinidad and Tobago swept Martinique (3-0) 25-13, 25-18, 26-24 in an enthralling contest in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Men’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. Commenting on his team’s performance Trinidad and Tobago head coach […]
Martinique stuns defending champions Suriname in U-23 curtain raiser
Jul 11, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 10, 2025: Martinique sounded a warning to all rivals at the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Women’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) when they defeated defending champions Suriname (3-1) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. Led by captain Maelyss Melinard-Chanteur, Martinique secured a 25-16, 25-11, 21-25, 25-21 victory to signal their title ambitions in their […]
Suriname overcomes Guadeloupe ine U-23 CAZOVA Men’s opener
Jul 11, 2025
MALONEY, AROUCA, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 10, 2025: Suriname got off to a winning start in their bid to become the first champion in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Men’s Championship hosted by the T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) when they defeated Guadeloupe (3-1) at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena. Playing the opening match of the four-team tournament which also involves host country Trinidad […]
Mexico Advances to U19 Pan Am Cup Semifinals with Sweep Over Chile
Jul 11, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 10, 2025. – Host Mexico secured a direct berth to the semifinals of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup after defeating Chile 3-0 (25-22, 25-19, 29-27) on Thursday at the Gimnasio de la Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM). Mexico closed the preliminary round undefeated at the top of Pool B. […]
Suriname Secures Quarterfinal Spot at U19 Pan American Cup
Jul 10, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 10, 2025 .– Suriname booked their place in the quarterfinals of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup after defeating Panama in four sets 3-1 (16-25, 25-18, 25-23, 25-13) in their final Pool B match at the Gimnasio de la Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM). With the win, Suriname secured third […]
USA Earns Direct Ticket to U19 Pan Am Cup Semifinals
Jul 10, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 10, 2025. – The United States secured a direct berth to the semifinals of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup after dominating Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-17, 25-14, 25-19) in their final Pool A match on Thursday at the Gimnasio de la Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM). With this result, Team […]
Venezuela Tops Canada in U19 Boys’ Pan Am Cup
Jul 10, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 10, 2025.– Venezuela secured a hard-fought 3-1 (25-22, 25-22, 17-25, 25-22) victory over Canada in their final Pool A match at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup, held at the UAEM Gymnasium in Cuernavaca. With this result, Venezuela closes the preliminary round with a 2-1 win-loss record, while Canada finishes 1-2. Both […]
Second AFECAVOL Men's Final Four Promises Intensity
Jul 10, 2025
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, July 10, 2025.– With Nicaragua coming in as the defending champion, the Second Edition of the AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four will kick off on Friday, July 11, featuring the national teams of Guatemala, El Salvador, and Belize alongside the titleholders. The FESAVOL Gymnasium will host the event, which will feature two matches […]
Mexico to Face Chile for a Direct Semifinal Berth at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 10, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 9, 2025. – Mexico will play for the top spot in Pool A and a direct ticket to the semifinals of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup when they take on Chile, as both teams remained undefeated after two days of competition at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium. […]
Coaches express optimism ahead of CAZOVA U23 Women’s Championship
Jul 10, 2025
MALONEY, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 9, 2025: As the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Championships prepare to serve off simultaneously for both men and women at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena from Thursday, July 10 to Sunday, July 13, attention turns to the women’s tournament, now being held for only the second time in […]
Coaches express optimism ahead of inaugural CAZOVA U23 Men’s Championship
Jul 10, 2025
MALONEY, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, JULY 9, 2025: Less than 24 hours before the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Men and Women Under-23 Championships get underway simultaneously at the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena from Thursday, July 10 to Sunday, July 13, the focus turns to the historic debut of the men’s tournament. Being staged for the […]
USA Wins, Dominican Republic and Canada Fall in Five-Set Thrillers
Jul 10, 2025
July 9, 2025.- In the start of the final week of the 2025 Women’s VNL Preliminary Round, the United States moved forward in their quest for qualification with a four-set victory over Thailand, while the Dominican Republic and Canada both lost tough five-set matches to China and Germany, respectively, in Arlington. United States Earns Hard-Fought […]
Chile Earns Second Win at U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 09, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 9, 2025.- Chile earned its second consecutive victory at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup, defeating Panama 3-0 (25-19, 25-14, 25-17) on the second day of the tournament, at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium. Chile remains undefeated with a 2-0 record in Pool B, while Panama is still […]
USA Secures Second Win at U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 09, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 9, 2025. – The United States earned its second consecutive win at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup, sweeping Canada 3-0 (25-20, 27-25, 25-17) on day 2 of the tournament at the Gimnasio de la Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM). The U.S. leads Pool A with a 2-0 record, while […]
Venezuela Earns First Victory at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 09, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 9, 2025. – Venezuela celebrated its first victory at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup by defeating Puerto Rico in straight sets 3-0 (25-23, 25-19, 25-22) at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium in Cuernavaca. With this result, Venezuela evens its record to 1-1 in Pool A, while Puerto […]
CAZOVA Under-23 Championship set to serve off in T&T
Jul 09, 2025
MALONEY, Trinidad and Tobago, July 9, 2025.- The T&T Volleyball Federation (T&TVF) will play host to the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-23 Championship at the Maloney Indoor Sporting Facility from Thursday, July 10 until Sunday, July 13. In the men’s four-team tournament, host Trinidad and Tobago will face off with Martinique, Guadeloupe and Suriname […]
United States Advances to the Quarterfinals of the U19 Girls’ World Championship
Jul 09, 2025
July 8, 2025.– The United States advanced to the quarterfinals of the U19 Girls’ World Championship taking place in Croatia and Serbia. The defending champions edged out Germany 3-2 (25-18, 26-28, 17-25, 25-15, 15-13), while Mexico was unable to overcome the strength of Bulgaria and fell 0-3 (22-25, 16-25, 16-25). The quarterfinal matchups on Friday, […]
Mexico Opens U19 Pan American Cup with Win Over Panama
Jul 09, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 8, 2025. – Mexico got off to a strong start at the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup, defeating Panama in straight sets 3-0 (25-14, 25-22, 25-14) at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium. The Mexican team opened the match with a commanding 5-0 lead, setting the tone for their […]
Chile Swept Suriname in U19 Pan American Cup
Jul 08, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 8, 2025.– Chile swept Suriname 3-0 (25-14, 25-17, 25-14) in their opening match of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium in Cuernavaca, Morelos. In the first Pool B clash of the tournament, Chile controlled the rhythm from the start, outmatching Suriname with […]
Canada beat Puerto Rico to start U19 Pan Am Cup
Jul 08, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 8, 2025.– Canada kicked off their U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup campaign with a hard-fought victory over Puerto Rico in a tightly contested Pool A match 3-0 (25-23, 25-20, 25-20) at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium. The match was a rollercoaster of momentum swings, with Canada ultimately sealing […]
USA Wins U19 Pan American Cup Opener Over Venezuela
Jul 08, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 8, 2025. – The United States recovered from a slow start to defeat Venezuela 3-1 (20-25, 25-18, 25-16, 32-30) in the opening match of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup, taking place from July 8 to 13 at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium. Competing in Pool A, both […]
Decisive Week Begins in Women’s VNL
Jul 08, 2025
July 8, 2025. – The United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada head into a decisive week in their quest to finish among the top eight teams in the Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) and qualify for the Finals, scheduled for July 23-27 in Łódź, Poland. The United States currently sits in 8th place with 11 […]
United States and Mexico Advance to the Round of 16 at the U19 Girls’ World Championship
Jul 07, 2025
July 7, 2025. – The United States and Mexico are the only NORCECA teams that have advanced to the Round of 16 at the U19 FIVB Girls’ World Championship, currently taking place in Croatia and Serbia. Canada, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic will compete in the classification matches for 17th to 24th place. Pool […]
Coaches Share Their Expectations Ahead of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup
Jul 07, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, July 7, 2025. – One day before the start of the U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup, the coaches of the eight participating teams shared their thoughts and expectations for the tournament, which will take place from July 8 to 13 at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM) Gymnasium. The event brings […]
Mexico and USA Advance to U19 World Championship Eightfinals
Jul 06, 2025
July 6, 2025. – Mexico and the United States secured their spots in the Eightfinals at the FIVB U19 Women’s Volleyball World Championship this Sunday in Croatia and Serbia. The following teams clinched their place in the next round: Germany and Mexico (Pool A), Serbia (Pool B), Bulgaria, the United States, and Türkiye (Pool C), […]
Winless Day for NORCECA Teams at the U19 Girls’ World Championship
Jul 04, 2025
July 4, 2025.- All five teams representing NORCECA at the U19 Girls’ World Championship, currently taking place in Serbia and Croatia, ended day three of competition with losses. At the conclusion of day three of competition, several teams secured their spots in the eightfinals, Croatia (Pool A), Brazil and Chinese Taipei (Pool B), Poland (Pool […]
United States remains undefeated at the Girls' U19 World Championship
Jul 03, 2025
July 3, 2025. – United States was the only NORCECA team to win on Day 2 of the Girls’ U19 World Championship, remaining undefeated with 2 wins in as many matches. The event is taking place in Croatia and Serbia. Pool C Defending champions USA continued their strong performance with a 3-0 (25-19, 25-18, 25-18) […]
Cuernavaca Welcomes Top Youth Teams for U19 Boys’ Pan Am Cup
Jul 03, 2025
CUERNAVACA, Morelos, Mexico, July 3, 2025. – A showcase of the next generation of volleyball talent is coming to Cuernavaca, as the NORCECA U19 Boys’ Pan American Cup takes center stage from July 8 to 13 at the Gimnasio de la Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos (UAEM). The event will feature eight national teams […]
Canada, Mexico, and USA Open U19 Girl’s World Championship with Victories
Jul 02, 2025
June 2, 2025. – The 19th edition of the FIVB U19 Girl’s World Championship kicked off on Wednesday in Croatia and Serbia, with 24 national teams beginning their group stage campaigns. Canada, Mexico, and defending champions the United States all recorded opening-day victories. Pool A Canada started their campaign with a 3-1 (25-23, 14-25, 25-21, […]
Canada Sweep China, Cuba Falls to Argentina in a Five-Set Battle and USA swept by Italy
Jun 30, 2025
June 29, 2025.- Week 2 of the Men’s Volleyball Nations League 2025 closed with Canada sweeping China (in Chicago), Cuba falling to Argentina in a five-set battle (in Belgrade) and host USA losing to Italy in three straight sets. Cuba Falls to Argentina in a Five-Set Battle in Belgrade Cuba closed its campaign in Belgrade […]
USA Falls to a Strong Poland
Jun 29, 2025
June 28, 2025.- Despite their efforts and improvements throughout the match, the U.S. Men’s National Team couldn’t stop the power of Poland, who earned a 3-0 victory (25-20, 25-21, 25-22) at the NOW Arena, backed by a passionate crowd of Polish fans on American soil. With this result, the U.S. missed out on key points […]
U19 Pan Am Cup Award Winners
Jun 29, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 28, 2025.- A young squad from USA won gold and 14-year-old Kari Knotts stood out at MVP today in Kingston, Ontario, as the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup concluded. USA also picked up “best spiker” and “best setter” awards. Valeria Gutierrez won two awards – libero and digger for her defensive action with […]
USA strikes U19 gold!
Jun 29, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 28, 2025.- USA swept Mexico to claim gold at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Despite the determination of the Mexican side, the powerful young U.S. squad won the final 3-0 (25-21, 25-22, 25-21). Head coach of USA, Jamie Morrison, said: “It’s a young team […]
Canada wins U19 bronze at home
Jun 29, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 28, 2025.- Canada was able to manage the young, talented Dominican Republic team to win in the tie-break today at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The home crowd cheered Canada on to the 3-2 (25-22, 25-18, 18-25, 19-25, 15-10) win and the bronze medal. Canada […]
Puerto Rico finishes sixth at U19 Pan Am Cup
Jun 29, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 28, 2025.- Puerto Rico beat Costa Rica to finish sixth overall at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada today. Puerto Rico won in straight sets 3-0 (25-20, 31-29, 25-19). Eduardo Galarza, Head Coach, Puerto Rico, said post-match: “I tried rotating my team in preparation for […]
Cuba pulls off another comeback, Canada lets victory slip away
Jun 28, 2025
June 27, 2025. – Cuba staged yet another comeback, defeating the Netherlands 3-1, while Canada let a two-set lead slip away and fell 2-3 to Poland. Cuba, the kings of comebacks, claim another victim in Belgrade! Cuba heads into the weekend with plenty to celebrate after securing their third consecutive comeback win this Friday in […]
Mexico wins semi in five set to advance
Jun 27, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 27, 2025.- Mexico outlasted Canada today to win their semifinal at the Girls’ U19 Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. It was a thrilling, back-and-forth five sets 3-2 (19-25, 25-19, 24-26, 25-16, 15-10). Mexico led in attack points 55-52, and dominated from the service line 13-5. Canada had the blocking advantage (14-13). […]
USA advances to U19 Girls' final
Jun 27, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 27, 2025.- Team USA won its semifinal today at the Girls’ U19 Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The final score was 3-0 (25-22, 25-14, 25-20) over the Dominican Republic. USA’s powerful attack was a difference maker and scored 41 points, compared with the Dominican Republic’s 26 attack points. USA also […]
Venezuela beats Costa Rica for fifth
Jun 27, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 27, 2025.- Venezuela put together a solid performance at the Girls’ U19 Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, today. They beat Costa Rica in three sets (25-22, 25-19, 25-19) to finish fifth out of seven teams overall in the tournament. Ihosvanny Chambers, head coach of Venezuela said he was happy with […]
Dominican Republic defeats Costa Rica
Jun 26, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 25, 2025.- Dominican Republic earned its first win at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada today. They won decisively 3-0 (25-14, 25-8, 25-14) putting consistent pressure, especially from the service line, against Costa Rica today. The Dominican team was dominant in the attack points 33-16, blocking 6-3 and […]
Cuba Comes from Behind to Defeat Serbia and USA Sweeps Canada in Straight Sets
Jun 26, 2025
June 26, 2025. – Cuba in Belgrade and the United States in Chicago secured their second win in as many matches during the second week of the Men’s VNL. Cuba Comes from Behind to Beat Serbia After starting the week in 15th place, the Caribbean side earned its second consecutive victory and is now sitting […]
USA perseveres against Puerto Rico
Jun 26, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 26, 2025.- USA remains undefeated at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Canada after a win over Puerto Rico 3-1 (20-25, 25-20, 25-14, 27-25). Puerto Rico came out determined to show their grit and won the first set. The young United States squad regrouped to take the second and third […]
Mexico over Venezuela at U19 Pan Am Cup
Jun 26, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 26, 2025.- Mexico defeated Venezuela today 3-1 (17-25, 25-23, 25-13, 25-20) at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada at the Queen’s University Athletic and Recreation Centre. Mexico recovered from a first-set loss to win this important match and advance to the semifinals. Mexico’s team captain Isabella Ocampo said […]
Hard-Fought Wins for USA and Cuba, Canada Falls to Brazil
Jun 25, 2025
June 25, 202. – The start of the second week of the Men’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) was quite challenging for NORCECA teams. The United States had to battle hard to defeat China 3-2, Cuba overcame logistical issues to beat Germany 3-1, and Canada couldn’t stop Brazil’s momentum, falling 0-3. USA Struggles to Defeat China […]
Canada defeats Dominican Republic
Jun 25, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 25, 2025.- Canada now has a 2-0 record after beating Dominican Republic at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada on Wednesday evening. Canada was challenged early on but managed to control the Dominican offense at crucial moments leading to a 3-0 win (25-22,25-23, 25-17). Canada led in attack […]
USA earns second sweep at U19 Pan Am Cup
Jun 25, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 25, 2025.- USA earned its second consecutive win at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Canada, beating Mexico 3-0 (25-21, 25-21, 25-23). Despite many challenges from their North American neighbors, USA kept the pressure on Mexico today. USA dominated in attack points (52-38) and also led in block points (5-3) […]
Venezuela takes first win at U19 Pan Am Cup
Jun 25, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 25, 2025.- Venezuela took five sets to beat Puerto Rico 3-2 (25-15, 25-20, 28-30, 22-25, 16-14) at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada to earn their first win at the tournament. In the 2-hour 20 min match, Puerto Rico had more successful attack points – 64-61, but the […]
FIVB updates two key rules for World Ranking system
Jun 25, 2025
Junio 25, 2025.- The FIVB has updated two key components of its World Ranking system following consultation with the World Ranking Working Group and the Volleyball Council. The changes aim to enhance fairness, improve system flexibility and align with the organisation’s development objectives. The first update revises the Overlapping Events Rule. Previously, when two World […]
Canada beats Costa Rica at home
Jun 25, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 24, 2025.- Canada overcame some first-match jitters to defeat Costa Rica in straight sets today at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The home team won 3-0 (25-19, 28-26, 25-20). “It was a good win in front of our home crowd,” said Canada’s head coach Gina Schmidt. “I […]
USA earns first win over Venezuela at U19 tournament
Jun 24, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 24, 2025.-Venezuela’s best efforts were not able to match USA’s size and power today at U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, ending with a 3-0 (25-9, 25-23, 25-21) score. USA dominated the first set, but Venezuela was able to make it a closer game in the second and third […]
Mexico sweeps Puerto Rico to kick off U19 Pan Am Cup
Jun 24, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 24, 2025.- In the opening match of the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, Mexico swept Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-18). Mexico’s team captain Isabella Ocampo said she was proud of the way her team worked together for the win: “I thought we came out swinging – we […]
Coaches Comment In Advance of U19 Girls’ Pan Am Cup
Jun 23, 2025
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 23, 2025.- Seven teams are in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, for the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup, which runs from June 14 to 28 at Queen’s Athletics & Recreation Centre. Jamie Morrison, Head Coach USA: “For the players on this team, it’s their first opportunity to put on a jersey with the American flag on […]
All Go to Five Sets: Wins for USA and Dominican Republic, Loss for Canada
Jun 23, 2025
June 22, 2025. – On the final day of Week 2 in the Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL), the United States celebrated a thrilling five-set victory over France in Belgrade, a win that lifted the Americans above the Finals qualification cut. Earlier in Istanbul, the Dominican Republic also claimed a dramatic five-set win against Korea. […]
Dominican Republic U19 Women’s National Team Travels to Canada for NORCECA Pan American Cup
Jun 23, 2025
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, June 22, 2025 – The Dominican Republic U19 Women’s National Volleyball Team departed today for Kingston, Ontario, Canada, to compete in the NORCECA U19 Women’s Pan American Cup, set to take place from June 24 to 28 at Queen’s University’s Athletics & Recreation Centre. The Dominican team will aim to represent […]
