SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 6, 2025.- With the participation of 38 coaches from Aruba, Curaçao, Colombia, Haiti, Panama, Puerto Rico, Nicaragua, Venezuela, and the Dominican Republic, the NORCECA-FIVB Regional Volleyball Development Center in Santo Domingo, has officially launched the International Level I Coaching Course. The five-day course, which includes both theoretical and practical sessions, […]
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UWI Femenino y JDF Masculino se Coronan Campeones de la Liga de Clubes JaVA 2025
Jamaica, May 6, 2025.- The Jamaica Volleyball Association’s 2025 Club League concluded in thrilling fashion over the weekend, with the University of the West Indies (UWI) women and Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) men emerging Champions in the finals held at the GC Foster College of Physical Education and Sport. In the Women’s division, reigning champions […]
Santa Lucía sigue siendo Campeón de Voleibol de Playa Masculino de ECVA
CUL- DE- SAC, St Lucia, May 4, 2025.- St Lucia’s durable duo of Joseph Clercent and Sheldon Descartes has champed the 2025 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Championship here at the Cul- de- Sac Bay. A come from behind, 2-1 (18-21, 21-16, 15-8) win over Bermuda’s Benjamin Barnet and Sean Tucker, gave […]
San Cristóbal y Nieves, coronadas reinas en el Campeonato Mayor de Playa de ECVA
CUL- DE- SAC, St Lucia, May 4, 2025.- The St. Kitts and Nevis combination of Shajunee Gumbs and Shanicia Dyer have champed the Women’s segment of the 2025 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Championship here at the Cul- de- Sac Bay. Gumbs and Dyer registered a 2-0 (21-14, 22-20) win over Bermuda’s […]
Caguas es el Nuevo Campeón en la LVSF de Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, May 4, 2025.- The Criollas de Caguas were crowned champions of Puerto Rico’s Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF) this Sunday, dethroning the defending champions, the Cangrejeras de Santurce, in Game 6 of the KIA Finals Series held at the Roberto Clemente Coliseum in San Juan. Caguas sealed the title with a 3-1 […]
Quiggle y Rice de EE. UU. Campeonas del Circuito NORCECA de Voleibol de Playa en Varadero
VARADERO, Cuba, May 4, 2025.- Corinne Quiggle and Megan Rice of the United States earned their first international podium finish by winning the women’s tournament of the opening stage of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, held in this renowned resort destination. The American duo accomplished the goal they had set for themselves by convincingly […]
Apagón en la Premiación de las Criollas de Caguas: Un Acto que Opacó el Triunfo
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, May 4, 2025.- What should have been a vibrant and emotional celebration for the Criollas de Caguas and their fans, after winning the KIA Finals Series of the LVSF, was marred by an unexpected incident that sparked outrage and concern. As the team and its supporters celebrated their championship, secured in four […]
Díaz y Alayo, reyes de la fase Varadero del Circuito NORCECA de Playa
VARADERO, Cuba, May 4, 2025.- Cubans Noslen Díaz and Jorge Luis Alayo were crowned kings of the first stage of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Circuit, successfully held at this traditional venue since 2011. Díaz and Alayo, ranked in the FIVB world top ten, claimed their first gold on home soil by convincingly defeating the […]
Cuba, Nicaragua y Puerto Rico a semifinales de hombres en Varadero
VARADERO, Cuba, May 3, 2025.- Both Cuban duos, along with teams from Nicaragua and Puerto Rico, secured their spots in the men’s semifinal round of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, taking place on the courts near the Barceló Arenas Blancas Hotel. The highest-ranked team in the tournament, Cubans Noslen Díaz and Jorge Luis Alayo, […]
Mujeres de México, Cuba y EE. UU semifinalistas en Circuito NORCECA de Varadero
VARADERO, Cuba, May 3, 2025.- Two teams from Mexico, one from Cuba, and one from the United States have advanced to the women’s semifinals of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Circuit, which concludes this Sunday on the sands of the renowned tourist resort. The Mexican duos of Susana Torres/Atenas Gutiérrez and Yamilet Vidaurrazaga/María Jimena Ramírez, the […]
Las campeonas Cangrejeras siguen con vida en la Serie Final KIA de la LVSF
CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, April 2, 2025. – The defending champions, Cangrejeras de Santurce, kept their title hopes alive on Friday night by sweeping the Criollas de Caguas (25-18, 25-21, 25-21) in the KIA Finals Series of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF). Coming into the match down 1-3 in the series and having lost the […]
Emocionante jornada inaugural del Campeonato Femenino de Voleibol de Playa ECVA
CUL- DE- SAC, St Lucia, May 2, 2025.- The sunbaked venue did not deter the women from giving it their all on day one of the 2025 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Championships here at the Cul de Sac Bay. At the end of the day’s high energy action, the winners of […]
Emergen los ganadores de grupos masculinos en el Campeonato de Voleibol de Playa de ECVA
CUL- DE- SAC, St Lucia, May 2, 2025.- St Lucia Team One, Dominica Two, Grenada Team Two and Dominica Team One, finished day one with two wins each, to lead their respective pools in the Men’s segment of the 2025 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Championships here at the Cul de Sac […]
Varias parejas femeninas con opciones de avanzar en Circuito NORCECA de Playa
VARADERO, Cuba, May 2, 2025.- Pairs from five countries remain undefeated and have strong chances of advancing this Saturday to the quarterfinals of the first phase of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Circuit, taking place on four courts set up near the Barceló Arenas Blancas hotel. The host duo Kailin Garrido/Maykelin Drik in Pool A, Puerto […]
Invictos hombres de Cuba y Nicaragua en apertura del Circuito NORCECA
VARADERO, Cuba, May 1, 2025.- Both Cuban teams and Nicaragua’s duo were the only undefeated squads in the opening of pool play at the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, which kicked off its season in this tourist hotspot. Noslen Díaz and Jorge Luis Alayo lived up to their status as tournament favorites, defeating Venezuela’s Enyenser […]
Cuatro países con mayores opciones de podio en Circuito NORCECA de Varadero
VARADERO, Cuba, April 25, 2025.- Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Cuba are seen as the countries with the strongest podium chances, as each will have two teams competing in the men’s tournament of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Circuit in Varadero. The host nation is counting on the strong form of its top duo, […]
Catorce dúos femeninos en Varadero para Circuito NORCECA de Playa
VARADERO, Cuba, April 25, 2025.- Fourteen teams from eleven countries will compete at the opening of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Circuit, which will take place from this Friday through Sunday on courts near the Barceló Arenas Blancas Hotel. Canada, Mexico, and Cuba will each field two pairs, while the United States, the Dominican Republic, […]
Ocho países en busca de los honores del Voleibol de Playa Senior ECVA
CUL- DE- SAC, St Lucia, May 1, 2025: Eight countries, twenty- four teams all together will be toughing it out in the sand in the 2025 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Championships here at the Cul de Sac Bay. At stake is the coveted prize of champion, as twelve teams each are […]
A 100 Días de los Juegos: ASU 2025 presenta sus Medallas
ASUNCION, Paraguay, April 30, 2025.- In an emotional ceremony at the Ignacio A. Pane Municipal Theater in Asuncion, Paraguay, the medals for the II Junior Pan American Games were unveiled. The medals, which were created inspired by the guarania, a musical expression that embodies the Paraguayan soul, have the score of Jejuí (first guarania) in […]
Caguas se coloca a una victoria del Campeonato LVSF
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, April 30, 2025.- The Criollas de Caguas earned their third victory over the Cangrejeras de Santurce, moving just one win away (3-1) from claiming the Kia Final Series title of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF) of Puerto Rico. Caguas won in straight sets, 3-0 (27-25, 25-18, 26-24). With the visitors up […]
La FIVB recibe a una delegación de Orlando para explorar una colaboración estratégica de cara a Los Ángeles 2028
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 30, 2025.- The FIVB welcomed a senior delegation from Orlando, Florida, to the Volleyball House in Lausanne for high-level discussions centered on strategic collaboration and the advancement of volleyball initiatives in the region. The Orlando delegation was led by Mayor Buddy Dyer (City of Orlando), Mayor Jerry Demings (Orange County) and Jason […]
FIVB, Volleyball Foundation y KIIT-KISS fortalecen su alianza para empoderar a la juventud a través del voleibol
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 29, 2025.- FIVB President Fabio Azevedo and the FIVB Volleyball Foundation President Dr Ary Graça met with representatives from the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) and the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS). Their meeting aimed to further deepen their growing collaboration aimed at transforming lives through volleyball and education. The […]
Costa Rica Femenino y El Salvador Masculino dominan Centroamericano Sub-23 de Playa
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, April 27, 2025.- Laura Molina/Aliza Aguilar from Costa Rica and twins Yoel and Christopher Guardado from El Salvador captured the titles at the inaugural Central American U23 Beach Volleyball Championship. Molina/Aguilar won a hard-fought final 2-1 (21-14, 7-21, 15-11) against Nicaragua’s Nahima Silva/Norma Brenes, who forced a third set with a gritty performance […]
Nicaragua en Mujeres y Costa Rica en hombres Campeones Sub-21 de Voleibol de Playa
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, April 27, 2025.- Yuliana Chavez/Elia Resau from Nicaragua and Julián Araya/Stanley Grant from Costa Rica captured the titles at the XV Central American U21 Beach Volleyball Championship. Yuliana and Elia clinched the crown by defeating Costa Rica’s Mariana Fallas/Sofia Vega 2-0 (21-13, 21-17). The Nicaraguan duo finished second in the round-robin phase, while […]
Criollas se imponen a Cangrejeras en el tercer partido de la Final LVSF
CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, April 27, 2025.- The Criollas de Caguas defeated the defending champions, the Cangrejeras de Santurce, 3-0 (25-22, 25-21, 25-23) in the third match of the KIA Final Series of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF). With a two-set lead, the Criollas opened the third set with a 4-0 run, including two service […]
Criollas nivelan la Serie Final Kia con triunfo en sets seguidos sobre Cangrejeras
CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, April 26, 2025. – The Criollas de Caguas tied the KIA Final Series of the Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF) by defeating the Cangrejeras de Santurce 3-0 (25-22, 25-22, 25-17) at home, the Roger Mendoza Coliseum. With a two-set lead, the Criollas took the first technical timeout of the third set 8-5 […]
Costa Rica con dos finalistas en Centroamericano Sub-21 de voleibol de playa
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, April 26, 2025.- Costa Rica secured its place in both the women’s and men’s finals at the 15th Under 21 Central American Beach Volleyball Championship, awaiting their opponents as the round-robin phase still needs to be completed. In the women’s competition, María Fallas/Sofia Vega defeated Nicaragua and El Salvador, reaching four victories with […]
Solo un cupo por definir para las finales del Centroamericano Sub-23
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, April 26, 2025.- Nicaragua and Costa Rica will play for the women’s title at the inaugural U23 Central American Beach Volleyball Championship, while in the men’s division, El Salvador has already secured a spot in the final, and Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama are vying for the other ticket. Costa Rica’s Laura Molina/Aliza […]
Tres países invictos en el Centroamericano Sub-23 de Voleibol de Playa
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, April 25, 2025.- Teams from Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and El Salvador each secured two victories on the opening day of the first U23 Central American Beach Volleyball Championship. Nicaragua’s Nahima Silva and Norma Brenes earned a 2-0 (21-7, 21-15) win over Honduras’ Shanna Rivera and Zoe Ebanks, then followed up with another 2-0 […]
Costa Rica, El Salvador y Nicaragua fuertes en Centroamericano Sub-21
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, April 25, 2025.- Costa Rica’s Mariana Fallas and Sofía Vega got off to a strong start at the 15th Central American U21 Women’s Beach Volleyball Championship, winning both of their matches on opening day at Paseo Xolotlán in Managua. Fallas/Vega opened with a 2-0 (21-10, 21-11) victory over Honduras’ Valery Rodríguez and Ruth […]
En busca del primer título Centroamericano Sub-23 de Voleibol de Playa
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, April 24, 2025.– A key link between the youth and senior categories is what the inaugural AFECAVOL U23 Central American Beach Volleyball Championship represents, which began this Thursday with preliminary inquiries. This will be the first time the Under 23 category is contested, unlike the U21 division which began in 2008. The tournament […]
Gran rivalidad en el Centroamericano Sub-21 de Voleibol de Playa
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, April 24, 2025.- The XV AFECAVOL U21 Central American Beach Volleyball Championship is set to begin this Friday, following the conclusion of team registration and uniform presentations. Six Central American countries have confirmed their participation, each with one pair per gender, competing for the regional title in a tournament that began in 2008. […]
Santurce golpea primero en la Gran Final KIA LVSF
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, April 24, 2025.- The defending champions, Cangrejeras de Santurce, capitalized on their home-court advantage at the Roberto Clemente Coliseum to take the opening match of the KIA Final Series of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF), edging out the Criollas de Caguas in an exciting five-set battle (23-25, 25-13, 25-20, 24-26, 15-7). […]
Arranca la Temporada 2025 del Tour NORCECA de Voleibol de Playa en Varadero
VARADERO, Cuba, April 25, 2025.- The highly anticipated 2025 season of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Continental Tour kicks off in the paradise destination of Varadero, Cuba, marking the beginning of a circuit that promises excitement, a high level of competition, and valuable points toward the NORCECA and FIVB rankings. This year, the prestigious NORCECA Tour […]
Primera reunión histórica de la Comisión de Atletas de NORCECA: "Atletas a lo Más Alto del Podio"
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, April 24, 2025.- In an unprecedented step for the development of volleyball in the region, the NORCECA Confederation held the first official meeting of its Athletes’ Commission, reaffirming its commitment to the well-being, development, and participation of athletes both on and off the court. The session, held virtually, followed the format […]
Campeonato ECVA de Voleibol de Playa Senior se celebrará en Santa Lucía
CUL DE SAC, Saint Lucia, April 21, 2025. – From May 2nd to 4th, 2025, Saint Lucia will host some of the Caribbean’s most talented senior beach volleyball athletes as the island welcomes the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Championship. Senior male and female teams from Saint Lucia, Grenada, Dominica, Antigua, Bermuda, St. Vincent, Anguilla, […]
Managua sede de los Campeonatos Centroamericanos Sub-21 y Sub-23 de Voleibol de Playa de AFECAVOL
MANAGUA, Nicaragua, April 21, 2025. – Managua is getting ready to host the 15th Central American Under 21 Championship and the inaugural edition of the Central American Under 23 Beach Volleyball Championships organized by AFECAVOL, from April 24 to 28. Both events will be held simultaneously at the sand court located in the iconic Paseo […]
NORCECA Lamenta el Fallecimiento de Su Santidad el Papa Francisco
April 21, 2025.- The North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation (NORCECA) expresses its profound sorrow following the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, a spiritual leader whose humility, compassion, and unwavering commitment to peace and unity touched millions around the world. Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, President of NORCECA, extended his heartfelt condolences to the global […]
Las Criollas logran su boleto a la Serie Final de la LVSF 2025
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, April 20, 2025. – In a thrilling battle last Thursday night, the Criollas de Caguas secured their spot in the finals of the 2025 Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF), defeating the Mets de Guaynabo 3-1 (25-19, 20-25, 25-20, 26-24) at the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum. With this victory, the Criollas broke the […]
Nuss y Brasher consiguen su primer oro del Beach Pro Tour en 2025
BRASILIA, Brazil, April 20, 2025.- After taking bronze in Quintana Roo and silver in Saquarema, USA’s Kristen Nuss & Taryn Brasher snatched the gold in Brasilia as the third Elite event of the year on the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour came to a close in the Brazilian capital on Sunday. This way, the American […]
Sedes confirmadas para Voleibol y Voleibol de Playa en los Juegos Olímpicos Los Ángeles 2028
April 15, 2025.- The countdown is on, as the venues for volleyball and beach volleyball at the Olympic Games LA28 have now been confirmed. The City of Long Beach, a 2028 Venue City, will showcase Beach Volleyball at the iconic Alamitos Beach. Volleyball will be held at the Arena in Anaheim, a premier entertainment and sports venue […]
Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz se reúne con el presidente del COI Thomas Bach en Lausana
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 13, 2025. – Within the framework of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) Board of Administration meeting, NORCECA President Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz held a friendly meeting with International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach at the Olympic House in Lausanne. The conversation took place in a warm and cordial atmosphere, reinforcing institutional ties […]
Progreso y empoderamiento: La Junta de Administración de la FIVB aprueba propuestas clave de sus Comisiones y Consejos
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 14, 2025.- Among the proposals approved were the establishment of World Volleyball Day (7 July), the expansion of the World Ranking, and much more! The FIVB Board of Administration took several key decisions on various proposals from the Commission and Councils during its meeting, all aligned with the FIVB Strategic Vision 2032’s […]
Nuss y Brasher ganan la plata en Saquarema
SAQUAREMA, Brazil, April 13, 2025.- Americans Kristen Nuss an Taryn Brasher won the silver medal of the Volleyball World Beach Pro Elite event in Saquarema, Brazil, after falling in Sundays’ final to Brazilians Thamela Coradello and Victoria Lopes 1-2 (19, 21, 21-16, 10-15). Watch the Beach Pro Tour Saquarema Elite replays onVBTV By finishing second […]
Las Criollas a una victoria de la Final y Santurce gana la Serie Semifinal B
Puerto Rico, April 12, 2025. – The Criollas de Caguas are now just one win away from the Final after defeating the Mets de Guaynabo in Semifinal A, while the Cangrejeras de Santurce swept the Atenienses de Manatí on Saturday in Semifinal B of the Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF) of Puerto Rico. Home teams […]
Histórica reunión del Consejo de Administración de la FIVB concluye en la Casa Olímpica y el Museo Olímpico
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 13, 2025.- The FIVB Board of Administration concluded an inspiring two days of meetings, marking a historic milestone as the second day’s morning and afternoon sessions were held at the Olympic House and the Olympic Museum, respectively. Ahead of the second day’s proceedings, FIVB Board of Administration members joined a tour of […]
Punta Cana será sede del 40º Congreso Mundial de la FIVB en 2026
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 12, 2025.- Volleyball-loving nation of Dominican Republic set to welcome the Global Volleyball Movement next year. The FIVB Board of Administration unanimously approved Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, as the host of the 40th FIVB World Congress 2026. The proposal to bring the Congress to Punta Cana was presented by NORCECA President and […]
Liderazgo de NORCECA presente en la reunión del Consejo de Administración de la FIVB en Lausana
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 11, 2025. – Members of the Executive Committee of the North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation NORCECA actively participated in the Board of Administration meeting of the International Volleyball Federation FIVB, held in Lausanne, Switzerland. Led by President Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, the NORCECA delegation also included Second Executive Vice President Sabinah […]
Un reencuentro especial en Lausana con Thomas Bach
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 11, 2025.– As part of the Board of Administration meeting of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), members of the Executive and the Board gathered at the Olympic House and the Olympic Museum for a day filled with inspiration, reflection, and discussions on the future of global volleyball. One of the highlights of […]
La reunión del Consejo de Administración de la FIVB comenzó con el progreso de la Visión Estratégica 2032 como tema central
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 11, 2025.- The FIVB Board of Administration gathered yesterday for the first day of its meeting at the Volleyball House in Lausanne, Switzerland, with serving the Global Volleyball Movement through the FIVB Strategic Vision 2032 at the heart of discussions. Ahead of the meeting, the Board of Administration joined a tour of […]
Mets igualan la semifinal ante Criollas y Santurce a una victoria de la Final
Puerto Rico, April 10, 2025. – While the Mets were evening up Semifinal A with two wins apiece against the Criollas de Caguas at the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum in Guaynabo, the defending champions, the Cangrejeras de Santurce, captured their ninth consecutive set in Semifinal B against the Atenienses at the Juan Aubín Cruz Coliseum […]
Empoderar el Movimiento Global del Voleibol encabeza la reunión del Comité Ejecutivo de la FIVB
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 10, 2025.- The FIVB Executive Committee convened today at Volleyball House in Lausanne, Switzerland, to address key matters and proposals aimed at strengthening and empowering the Global Volleyball Movement. Reflecting the FIVB Strategic Vision 2032 – built on the pillars of empowerment, professionalism, integration, and mass participation – the meeting placed a […]
FIVB y USA Volleyball discuten oportunidades para el voleibol de cara a Los Ángeles 2028
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 9, 2025.- In a key moment for the development of volleyball, the FIVB today welcomed a delegation from USA Volleyball for a high-level strategic meeting at Volleyball House in Lausanne, Switzerland. The discussions focused on strengthening the sport’s presence across America as the world looks to the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028. […]
Criollas lideran Serie A y Cangrejeras amplían su dominio en la Serie B
Puerto Rico, April 8, 2025.– In the semifinals of the Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF) of Puerto Rico, the Criollas de Caguas successfully defended their home court at the Roger Mendoza Coliseum against the Mets de Guaynabo to regain the lead (2-1) in Series A, while the Cangrejeras de Santurce continue to dominate in Series […]
Las Mets imponen su ritmo y nivelan la serie semifinal A ante Caguas
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, April 6, 2025. – The Mets de Guaynabo successfully defended their home court, the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum, defeating the Criollas de Caguas 3-1 (25-17, 28-26, 20-25, 25-18) in the second match of Semifinal Series A of the Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF). The series is now tied 1-1 and will continue […]
La FIVB da la bienvenida a los participantes del programa LEAP en la Casa del Voleibol
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 4, 2025.- The FIVB proudly welcomed participants from the LEAP Programme to Volleyball House this week, providing them with a unique opportunity to learn more about the work of the International Federation, the activities within the Global Volleyball Movement, and the development of volleyball around the world. LEAP, the International Leadership Programme […]
La Comisión Legal de NORCECA se Reúne para Revisar Actualizaciones Clave de la Constitución
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, April 5, 2025. – The Legal Commission of the North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation (NORCECA) held a productive virtual meeting on Saturday, marking the conclusion of the latest round of NORCECA’s virtual commission sessions. The Finance Commission meeting will be scheduled at a later date, once the external audit […]
Las Criollas arrancan bien las Semifinales de la LVSF ante las Mets
CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, April 4, 2025. – The Criollas de Caguas kicked off Semifinal A of the Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF) on the right foot, defeating the Mets de Guaynabo 3-1 (25-19, 15-24, 26-24, 25-23) at home in the Roger Mendoza Coliseum. With the match tied at one set apiece, both teams battled point-for-point […]
VBTV se asocia con Federaciones Nacionales para llevar voleibol de clase mundial a las comunidades locales y sus miembros
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 4, 2025.- National Volleyball Federations around the world now have the opportunity to offer their registered members direct access to the sport’s premium content through a partnership with Volleyball World’s streaming service VBTV. The agreement allows National Federations to provide their members with free or discounted VBTV subscriptions, giving them full access […]
La Estructura de Desarrollo de NORCECA Marca el Camino para el Programa de Desarrollo de la FIVB
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, April 4, 2025.- The NORCECA Development Commission held its virtual meeting on Friday, highlighting the Confederation’s remarkable development structure, which has set the foundation for the FIVB Development Program. As a leading Confederation in sustainable support, NORCECA continues to enhance development programs for its regional members. NORCECA President Cristobal Marte Hoffiz […]
Voleibol De Playa Florece en NORCECA: Éxito Durante Todo El Año
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, April 3, 2025 .– The NORCECA Beach Volleyball Commission held its virtual meeting to discuss the ongoing development and future of beach volleyball within the Confederation. With a commitment to year-round competition and structured growth, NORCECA continues to strengthen its position as a global force in beach volleyball. Cristobal Marte Hoffiz, […]
Comisión de Arbitraje de NORCECA discute recursos para mejorar su desempeño y la formación de nuevos árbitros
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, April 2, 2025. – The NORCECA Confederation Refereeing Commission held its virtual meeting to discuss various resources aimed at optimizing referee performance and the training of new officials in the region. NORCECA President Cristobal Marte Hoffiz welcomed the participants, emphasizing the key role that referees play in ensuring neutrality and the […]
Delegación de AVC fortalece lazos con la FIVB y Volleyball World
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 1, 2025.- The Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) delegation, led by Secretary General Hugh Graham – who also serves as the Executive Vice-President of the FIVB and President of the Oceania Zonal Volleyball Association (OZVA) – embarked on a week-long visit to Lausanne, Switzerland, to meet with the leadership and key departments of […]
Comisión de Entrenadores Comprometida con el Desarrollo y Transmisión de Conocimientos
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, April 1, 2025. – The NORCECA Technical and Coaches Commission held its virtual meeting focused on coach development and knowledge transmission, aiming to strengthen volleyball within the NORCECA Confederation. NORCECA President, Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, highlighted in his welcome speech the importance of the commission’s role and its members in fostering the […]
Comisión de Organización Deportiva sienta las bases para los calendarios de competencia NORCECA
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 31, 2025. – As the virtual meetings of NORCECA commissions continued, the NORCECA Sports Organization Commission met to assess key points for establishing criteria and procedures that will guide the preparation of the Confederation’s competition calendars, including the Olympic cycle. NORCECA President Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz emphasized the importance of this […]
Díaz y Alayo celebran su primer Oro en el Beach Pro Tour en México
QUINTANA ROO, Mexico, March 30, 2025.- Noslen Diaz and Jorge Alayo were first acknowledged as a top team in international beach volleyball after they dominated local tournaments held in the NORCECA region. Their first major victory on the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour couldn’t, then, happen anywhere else in the world and so it was […]
Cannon y Kraft conquistan la plata en Quintana Roo, Nuss y Brasher el bronce
QUINTANA ROO, Mexico, March 30, 2025.- Americans Terese Cannon and Megan Kraft captured the silver medal at the first Elite event of the 2025 Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour which came to an end on Sunday in Quintana Roo Mexico, while Kristen Nuss and Taryn (Kloth) Brasher, also representing the United States, won the bronze […]
Las Mets completan los cuatros semifinalistas de la LVSF 2025
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, March 30, 2025.– The Mets de Guaynabo became the fourth semifinalist of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF) after dominating Section A of the quarterfinals with a third consecutive victory over the Changas de Naranjito. The Mets de Guaynabo defeated the Changas de Naranjito 3-0 (25-20, 26-24, 25-23) on Sunday at the […]
Schalk y Shaw vencen a los campeones olímpicos y avanzan a las semifinales en Quintana Roo
QUINTANA ROO, Mexico, March 29, 2025.- Led by Americans Chaim Schalk and James Shaw, who eliminated reigning Olympic champions David Åhman and Jonatan Hellvig of Sweden in just their sixth tournament as partners, teams from four different countries advanced to the men’s semifinals of the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour Elite event held in Quintana […]
Cannon/Kraft juegan por el oro en Quintana Roo
QUINTANA ROO, Mexico, March 29, 2025.- Beach volleyball powerhouse the United States will fight for gold in the first Elite event of the 2025 Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour season on Sunday in Quintana Roo, Mexico, against Brazil. The last two teams standing in the event held at Playa del Carmen, USA’s Terese Cannon/Megan Kraft […]
Defending Champions Cangrejeras Secure LVSF Semifinal Spot
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 29, 2025. – The Cangrejeras de Santurce swept their quarterfinal series in Section B of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF) against the Valencianas de Juncos after securing their third consecutive victory. The Cangrejeras defeated the Valencianas 3-0 (25-22, 25-23, 25-17) on Saturday at the Roberto Clemente Coliseum in San […]
Las Campeonas Cangrejeras aseguran boleto Semifinales de la LVSF
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 29, 2025.– In recent years, the NORCECA Confederation has been a leader in anti-doping controls, with a growing commitment to ensuring the education and health of athletes, which was reinforced during the organization’s Medical Commission virtual meeting. Under the leadership of NORCECA President Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, the Confederation has been […]
La FIVB discute oportunidades de colaboración futura con el liderazgo del Cantón de Vaud
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 27, 2025.- In what was a highly productive meeting this week, the FIVB team met with key representatives from the Canton de Vaud of Switzerland. With collaboration opportunities in mind, discussions centered around impactful social projects and the growth of volleyball and sport in the canton. Representing the FIVB were President Fabio […]
Construyendo sobre el éxito: La FIVB y la Federación Alemana de Voleibol planifican el futuro
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 29, 2025.- The FIVB delegation, led by President Fabio Azevedo, recently met with the German Volleyball Federation (DVV) to discuss the sport’s development in Germany. Discussions focused on the impact of the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment program, recent success of volleyball athletes from Germany, and plans for the future as the two organizations […]
Las Mets lograron segunda victoria consecutiva en los Cuartos de Final de la LVSF
NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, March 29, 2025.– In the continuation of the Section A quarterfinals of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF), held at the legendary Gelito Ortega court in Naranjito, the Mets de Guaynabo secured their second consecutive victory over the Changas de Naranjito, putting them just one win away from the semifinals. The Mets […]
Comisión de Mercadeo impulsa planes estratégicos para el fortalecimiento de NORCECA
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 28, 2025. – The NORCECA Marketing Commission met to discuss efforts aimed at strengthening the institution through the implementation of strategic plans designed to attract regional and local sponsorships. This marks the third session of NORCECA’s working commissions, all of which have been held online. The commission reaffirmed its commitment […]
Presidente de la FIVB envía condolencias a la Familia de Ricardo Arias
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 27, 2025 – The President of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), Fabio Azevedo, joined in expressing condolences to the Arias Family following the passing of Ricardo Arias, the “Father of Dominican Volleyball,” who passed away recently in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. President Fabio Azevedo sent a warm felt letter addressed to the […]
Cangrejeras a una victoria de las Semifinales de la LVSF
JUNCOS, Puerto Rico, March 27, 2025. – Defending champions Cangrejeras de Santurce are just one victory away from advancing to the semifinals of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF) after defeating Valencianas de Juncos 3-0 (25-17, 25-20, 25-19) at the Rafael G. Amalbert court. With a two-set lead, the Cangrejeras maintained control in the third. […]
La Comisión de Sistemas de Información de Voleibol VIS Impulsando el Desarrollo
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 27, 2025. – The Technical, Statistics, and Volleyball Information Systems (VIS) Commission held a virtual meeting in preparation for an exciting 2025 filled with events and advancements in volleyball statistics. The President of the Technical, Statistics, and VIS Commission, Judith Sandino, highlighted during the commission meeting the importance of maintaining […]
Las Mets inician bien la Sección A de cuartos de final de la LVSF ante las Changas
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, March 27, 2025 .– The Mets de Guaynabo kicked off Section A of the Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF) quarterfinals on the right foot by defeating the Changas de Naranjito 3-1 (25-19, 25-23, 20-25, 25-17). Facing two sets down, the Changas managed to maintain a more solid passing game, allowing them to […]
Volleyball Empowerment de la FIVB da a México una nueva visión del juego
March 26, 2025.- Mexico’s women’s volleyball team is moving forward with a new sense of purpose. The program is gaining better coaching, stronger training and more opportunities to grow through the support of FIVB Volleyball Empowerment. The goal was not only to improve results, but to also build a system where athletes feel supported and […]
El primer partido de la Sección B de Cuartos de Final de la LVSF se lo lleva Las Cangrejeras
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 25, 2025. – The Cangrejeras de Santurce claimed victory in the opening match of Section B in the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF) quarterfinals, defeating the Valencianas de Juncos 3-2 (29-27, 22-25, 26-24, 19-25, 15-12) at home in the Roberto Clemente Coliseum. The Cangrejeras showcased resilience and skill in a […]
Comisión de Prensa abre las reuniones virtuales de las Comisiones de NORCECA
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 26, 2025 .– The Press Commission inaugurated the virtual meetings of NORCECA’s Working Commissions, which will run until April 5. Members of NORCECA’s Executive Committee, led by NORCECA President Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, had the opportunity to review the communication efforts carried out in 2024 and discuss future challenges in the […]
Devon Newberry y Jaden Whitmarsh de Estados Unidos en el Yucatán Challenge
YUCATÁN, México, March 23, 2025.- USA’s Devon Newberry and Jaden Whitmarsh won the bronze medal at the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour Yucatan Challenge that took place in Puerto Progreso from March 19-23. Devon Newberry and Jaden Whitmarsh, in three Beach Pro Tour appearances as a team, the 24-year-old Americans have already collected three medals. […]
Dr. Ary S. Graça F° recibe la Orden Olímpica en la 144ª Sesión del COI
COSTA NAVARINO, Greece March 21, 2025.- Dr Ary S. Graça F°, Volleyball Foundation President and FIVB Honorary Life President, received the highest honor of the Olympic Movement, the Olympic Order, during the 144th IOC Session in Costa Navarino, Greece. The Olympic Order is the highest distinction awarded by the IOC, to recognize people who have performed remarkable […]
Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz lamenta muerte de Ricardo- Gioriver- Arias, el “Padre del Voleibol de República Dominicana”
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 19, 2025. – The president of the North, Central America, and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation (NORCECA) and first vice president of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, expressed his sorrow this Wednesday over the passing of sports immortal Ricardo “Gioriver” Arias, whom he described as one of the great […]
Mets finalizan la fase regular de la LVSF en cuarto lugar y se definen los cuartos de final
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, March 18, 2025. – The Mets de Guaynabo secured fourth place in the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF) after defeating the Valencianas de Juncos, setting up a quarterfinal matchup against the Changas de Naranjito. The Mets claimed a dramatic 3-2 (23-25, 25-19, 25-23, 23-25, 15-10) victory over the Valencianas at the Mario […]
FIVB y la Federación Helénica de Voleibol discuten planes de desarrollo para dar forma al futuro del voleibol griego
March 17, 2025.- The FIVB and Hellenic Volleyball Federation (HVBF) met to discuss the promising road ahead for volleyball and beach volleyball in Greece, focusing on development plans and strategic initiatives for the sport in the region. The HVBF delegation was represented by President George Karampetsos, Secretary General Mrs Chroni Efi, Treasure Mr Veroutis John, […]
Criollas aseguran primer lugar, Atenienses con pase directo a semifinales y Valencianas vencen a Changas
CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, March 16, 2025. – The Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF) now has two teams directly qualified for the semifinals following Saturday night’s results. At the Roger Mendoza Court in Caguas, the Criollas made a comeback against the Mets de Guaynabo, pushing the match to an exciting fifth set, which secured their first-place […]
Voleibol en España: conversaciones colaborativas allanan el camino hacia un futuro prometedor
March 14, 2025.- The future of volleyball in Spain is looking bright as key stakeholders from the FIVB and the Real Federación Española de Voleibol (RFEVB) came together to discuss exciting plans for the sport’s development in the region. The Spanish delegation was represented by Felipe Pascual (President), Javer Garcia (Vice-President), and Luis Muchaga (Former […]
Cangrejeras, Atenienses y Mets con victorias en la LVSF
CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, March 14, 2025. – In an intense Thursday night of action in the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF), the Cangrejeras de Santurce, Atenienses de Manatí, and Mets de Guaynabo secured crucial victories in their respective matchups. This week, the final stretch of the regular season, promises to be electrifying as the Cangrejeras […]
Caguas es el primer equipo en clasificara a las Semifinales de la LVSF 2025
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, March 12, 2025. – The Mets de Guaynabo and the Criollas de Caguas delivered a thrilling showdown for their fans at the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum, with Caguas securing a 3-1 victory (28-26, 27-25, 21-25, 28-26). This win makes them the first team to qualify directly for the semifinals of the Women’s […]
Calendario de Partidos para el Campeonato Mundial de Voleibol Femenino FIVB 2025 en Tailandia
March 11, 2025.- With 32 teams vying for the prestigious world champions title, the tournament will feature 64 thrilling matches over 14 competition days, hosted across four iconic cities: Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai and Nakhon Ratchasima. FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship 2025: Full Match Schedule The tournament will commence on August 22 with an exciting […]
FIVB y la Ciudad de Lausana comparten una visión conjunta sobre el papel del deporte en la mejora de la sociedad
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 9, 2025.- The FIVB and the City of Lausanne leadership met at the City Hall in Lausanne, Switzerland to discuss their shared vision for the role of sport in the development of society. During the discussions, both organizations explored exciting opportunities for future collaboration, strengthening their long standing relationship. The FIVB has […]
El desarrollo del voleibol en Camerún y la Zona IV se destacó en reunión en la Casa del Voleibol
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 9, 2025.- FIVB President Fabio Azevedo and the FIVB team met with Bourdanne Bello, the President of the Cameroon National Federation (NF) and the Zonal President of the African Volleyball Confederation’s (CAVB) Zone IV. The meeting saw discussions on key opportunities for volleyball’s development in both Cameroon and the wider region. A […]
Atenienses y Cangrejeras descontando terreno a Criollas; Changas Con Otra Victoria
Puerto Rico, March 9, 2025. – The results from Sunday night in the Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF) are starting to highlight just how tight the battle for the top two spots will be, as these teams will advance directly to the semifinals. At the Juan Aubín Cruz Coliseum, the Atenienses added three more points […]
La FIVB y la SCA se unen para impulsar el desarrollo del voleibol
March 6, 2025.- The FIVB met with the Small Countries Association (SCA) this week to discuss key initiatives aimed at strengthening volleyball in the respective nations, including increased development support, the introduction of World Ranking points in zonal competitions and the SCA’s ambitious but realistic four-year strategic plan. The meeting was attended by SCA President […]
La FIVB discute oportunidades para el desarrollo del voleibol en India con el campeón olímpico Abhinav Bindra
March 5, 2025.- Opportunities for volleyball’s development in India was discussed this week, as Olympic champion from India, Mr Abhinav Bindra, visited the FIVB headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland. Meeting with FIVB President Fabio Azevedo and the FIVB team, he discussed potential collaboration opportunities to enhance volleyball in schools across India. Abhinav Bindra became the first […]
Criollas con doce victorias y Cangrejeras se alzan con la Copa Metropolitana
JUNCOS, Puerto Rico, March 5, 2025. – While the Cangrejeras de Santurce dominated the Mets de Guaynabo at the Roberto Clemente Coliseum in Hato Rey to claim the Metropolitan Cup, the Criollas de Caguas secured their twelfth victory of the season at the Rafael G. Amalbert Coliseum, maintaining their position as the absolute leaders of […]
Cangrejeras provocan triple empate y Valencianas vencen a Changas
February 3, 2025.– Over the weekend in the Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF), the Cangrejeras de Santurce caused a three-way tie, while the Valencianas de Juncos defeated the Changas de Naranjito. On Sunday, the Cangrejeras secured a 3-1 victory (25-22, 25-17, 19-25, 25-22) over the Atenienses de Manatí at the Juan Aubin Cruz Abreu Coliseum, […]
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