Noticias

Amanda Campos, de Costa Rica, Jugadora Más Valiosa en el Sub-17 de AFECAVOL

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 28, 2024.- Amanda Campos was awarded the Most Valuable Player (MVP) trophy at the First AFECAVOL U17 Girls’ Central American Championship, after helping Costa Rica claim the title undefeated. Campos, an opposite hitter, was the third-highest scorer of the tournament with 70 points, consisting of 61 attacks, five blocks, and four aces. […]

Costa Rica remonta ante Nicaragua y queda como único invicto

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 27, 2024.- Costa Rica pulled off almost a miracle to defeat Nicaragua 3-2 (25-22, 19-25, 18-25, 26-24, 15-9) on the penultimate day of the 1st Central American U17 Girls’ Championship of AFECAVOL. Nicaragua had a 21-13 lead in the fourth set, which would have secured their fourth victory of the tournament, but […]

Belice supera a Honduras en cuatro sets

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 27, 2024. – Belize (2-2) earned an important victory that keeps their medal hopes alive by defeating Honduras (0-4) 3-1 (25-12, 25-17, 18-25, 25-14) with one match left in the First AFECAVOL U17 Central American Girls’ Championship. Belize’s powerful serve caused significant damage to Honduras, with Sara Safa scoring 7 aces out […]

Guatemala domina a El Salvador con un gran servicio

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 27, 2024.- Guatemala (2-2) returned to winning ways by defeating El Salvador (1-3) 3-0 (25-18, 25-14, 25-20) at the start of the fourth day of the First Central American U17 Girls’ Championship of AFECAVOL. Guatemala’s serving made the difference in the match, applying pressure with their serves, forcing their opponents into unforced […]

Nicaragua con tres triunfos al vencer a Belice

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 26, 2024.- Nicaragua (3-0) battled to a 3-1 victory (26-24, 25-16, 20-25, 25-21) over Belize (1-2) to close out the third day of the inaugural AFECAVOL U17 Central American Girls’ Championship. Belize missed two set points in the first set, leading 24-22, but eventually lost 24-26, which energized Nicaragua to come out […]

El Salvador remonta y vence a Honduras

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 26, 2024.- El Salvador pulled off a great comeback, winning 3-1 (22-25, 25-18, 25-11, 25-23) against Honduras to secure their first victory in the inaugural AFECAVOL U17 Central American Girls’ Championship. Honduras came into the first set energized, winning 25-22 with strong blocking and effective serves. However, El Salvador shook off that […]

Costa Rica mantiene invicto ante un combativo Guatemala

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 26, 2024.- Costa Rica (3-0) pushed to the limit to defeat a fierce Guatemala (1-2) with a 3-1 victory (25-17, 17-25, 25-23, 25-23) at the start of the third day of the inaugural AFECAVOL U17 Central American Girls’ Championship. Costa Rica’s unbeaten streak was in jeopardy due to Guatemala’s intensity, as they […]

Nicaragua se impone a una combativa Honduras

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 25, 2024.- Nicaragua needed four sets, 3-1 (25-6, 17-25, 25-11, 25-15), to defeat a battling Honduras in the closing match of the second day of the First AFECAVOL U17 Central American Girls’ Championship. After a dominant first set for Nicaragua, 25-6, Honduras started the second set strong, leading 7-1 thanks to their effective […]

Costa Rica consigue segundo triunfo al vencer a El Salvador

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 25, 2024. – Costa Rica earned their second victory by defeating El Salvador 3-0 (25-13, 25-19, 25-19) on the second day of the First AFECAVOL U17 Central American Girls’ Championship. At times, El Salvador put pressure on Costa Rica, staying tied until the second technical timeout (16), but from then on, Costa […]

Belice batalla cuatro sets para vencer a Guatemala

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 25, 2024.- Belize secured their first victory by defeating Guatemala 3-1 (25-17, 25-21, 26-28, 25-21) at the start of the second day of the AFECAVOL U17 Central American Girls’  Championship. Belize showed more organization and strength in attack, especially with captain Akili Jones, who scored 27 points, six of them from serves. […]

USA Volleyball anuncia a John Speraw como presidente y CEO

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, September 2025.– USA Volleyball is pleased to announce that it has hired John Speraw to serve as its president and Chief Executive Officer, starting on October 1. Prior to becoming the eighth CEO of USA Volleyball, Speraw has served as head coach of the U.S. Men’s National Team since 2013 and has […]

NORCECA lamenta profundamente el fallecimiento de Yuko Arakida

September 25, 2024.- The North, Central America, and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation NORCECA and the volleyball community is deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Yuko Arakida on September 16, 2024, at the age of 70; pivotal member of Japan’s national women’s volleyball team, helping secure the gold medal at the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games, […]

Nicaragua se impone a Honduras en la primera jornada Sub-17

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 24, 2024. – Nicaragua opened with a 3-0 victory (25-12, 25-09, 25-19) against El Salvador in the closing match of the first day of the AFECAVOL U17 Central American Girls’ Championship. The home team took advantage of their strong serve, scoring 16 points, with Brisa Bermúdez contributing 5 aces and Emely Gutiérrez […]

Guatemala consigue victoria sobre Honduras

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 24, 2024.- Guatemala earned an important 3-0 (25-22, 25-20, 25-21) victory over Honduras thanks to an effective serve, in the second match of the opening day of the First AFECAVOL U17 Central American Girls’ Championship. Honduras maintained pressure throughout the match, but Guatemala responded at key moments with their strong serving, earning […]

Costa Rica abre con triunfo ante Belice en el Sub-17 de AFECAVOL

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 24, 2024.- Costa Rica started strong with a 3-0 victory (25-14, 25-16, 25-23) against Belize in the opening match of the First Central American U17 Girls’ Championship by AFECAVOL.  The Costa Rican team showed solid blocking and attacking, and although Belize put pressure in the third set, Costa Rica finished strong with […]

Nuevos talentos de Afecavol saltarán a la cancha en el Sub17 femenino

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 23, 2024. – The first Central American U17Girls’  Championship, organized by the Association of Central American Volleyball Federations (AFECAVOL), offers a great opportunity to witness emerging talents and the ongoing development of youth volleyball in the region.  The coaches of the six competing teams emphasized the importance of such a tournament for […]

México, Cuba, República Dominicana y Guatemala Clasificados Asunción 2025

PARAMARIBO, September 21, 2024 – Following the conclusion of the 2024 Men’s U23 Pan American Cup, NORCECA announced that Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico, and Guatemala have qualified for the Men’s Volleyball tournament at the II Junior Pan American Games to take place in 2025 in Asunción, Paraguay. The announcement was made by NORCECA President Cristóbal […]

Isaías Aguirre de México el Jugador Más Valioso de la Copa Panamericana U23

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 21, 2024. – Mexican outside hitter Isaías Aguirre was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2024 Men’s U23 Pan American Cup, which concluded on Saturday at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. Isaías helped his team win the Cup, claiming the championship after defeating Peru in the gold medal […]

México Campeón de la Copa Panamericana Sub-23 Masculina

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 21, 2024 .- Mexico was crowned champion of the 2024 Men’s U23 Pan American Cup after winning the gold medal match 3-1 (25-16, 27-25, 21-25, 25-13) against Peru at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname, on the final day of competition. This is Mexico’s second title in the history of the […]

Cuba gana la medalla de bronce en la Copa Panamericana Sub-23.

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 21, 2024. – Cuba won the bronze medal at the 2024 Men’s U23 Pan American Cup by defeating Guatemala 3-0 (25-20, 25-23, 25-15) at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname on the last day of competition. Cuba wrapped up the tournament with a 4-1 record to win their first bronze medal […]

República Dominicana supera a Costa Rica por el quinto lugar

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 21, 2024.- Dominican Republic defeated Costa Rica 3-0 (25-20, 25-15, 25-18) to claim fifth place at the Men’s U23 Pan American Cup, which concluded on Saturday at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. This was the second time in the tournament that the Dominican Republic beat Costa Rica. In the preliminary […]

Surinam Ocupa el Séptimo lugar en Copa Panamericana Sub-23

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 21, 2024.- Suriname finished in seventh place at the Men’s U23 Pan American Cup after defeating Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 3-0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-10) at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. Suriname ended the tournament with a 2-4 record, which took place from September 16 to 21. Saint Vincent and […]

México jugará contra Perú por el oro en Paramaribo

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 20, 2024. – Mexico defeated Guatemala 3-0 (25-19, 25-16, 25-18) in the semifinals and will play against Peru for the gold medal of the 2024 Men’s U23 Pan American Cup in Paramaribo, Suriname. Mexico reaches its fourth gold medal match in the history of the Cup (2014, 2018, 2021), having won once […]

Perú sorprende a Cuba y jugará por el oro en la Copa Panamericana Sub-23

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 20, 2024.- Peru stunned Cuba by winning the semifinal of the 2024 Men’s U23 Pan American Cup in five thrilling sets 3-2 (25-13, 18-25, 25-18, 23-25, 15-12) on Friday at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. This was the second consecutive five-set match for Peru, their third of the tournament. Peru […]

República Dominicana y Costa Rica se enfrentarán por el Quinto Lugar

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 20, 2024.- Dominican Republic defeated Saint Vincent 3-0 (25-10, 25-11, 25-8) and will face Costa Rica on Saturday for fifth place in the Men’s U23 Pan American Cup at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname.  Dominican Republic and Costa Rica played in the preliminary round, with the Dominican team winning in […]

Costa Rica irá por el 5to Lugar tras vencer a Surinam en dramáticos cinco sets

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 20, 2024. – Costa Rica defeated the host Suriname in a dramatic game 3-2 (25-17, 25-27, 25-22, 29-31, 20-18) to advance to the match for fifth place at the Men’s U23 Pan American Cup at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo. Costa Rica will play the fifth-place match on Saturday against the […]

México captura el último puesto en semifinales

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 19, 2024. – Mexico captured the last spot in the semifinals of the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup after defeating host Suriname 3-0 (25-19, 25-10, 25-23) at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo. Mexico will face Guatemala on Friday at 8:00 p.m. in the second semifinal; the first one will be at […]

Perú derrota a República Dominicana en Cinco Sets para avanzar a Semifinales

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 19, 2024.- Peru defeated Dominican Republic in a five set thriller 3-2 (19-25, 27-25, 22-25, 25-22, 15-13), to advance to the semifinals of the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname.  The match was a rollercoaster, a point-for-point battle where Peru held an advantage in attacks […]

Árbitros destacados para la Copa Panamericana Sub-23 Masculina en Surinam

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 19, 2024. – The U23 Men’s Pan American Cup, taking place from September 16 to 22 in Paramaribo, Suriname, not only showcases the talent of the region’s young players but also a select group of international referees entrusted with officiating at this event, which serves as a qualifier for the II Junior […]

Perú se lleva el Segundo Lugar del Grupo B

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 18, 2024. – Peru took second place in Pool B after a 3-0 (25-15, 25-19, 25-17) victory over host Suriname in the Under 23 Men’s Pan American Cup, at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo. Peru ended pool-play with 2-1 record and Suriname finished 1-2. In Thursday’s quarterfinals, Peru will face the […]

Cuba supera a México en cuatro sets por pase directo a Semifinales

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 18, 2024. – Cuba defeated Mexico 3-1 (20-25, 25-21, 25-19, 25-14) to secure a direct spot in Saturday’s semifinals of the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup, being held at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. Cuba earned their direct pass to the semifinals as Pool A winners with a 3-0 record. […]

Guatemala Avanza a Semifinales ganando el Grupo B

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 18, 2024.- Guatemala made it to the semifinals of the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup being held at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo after winning Pool Be. Guatemala defeated St. Vincent and the Grenadines 3-0 (25-10, 25-12, 25-17) in their last match of pool-play. Guatemala closed with a 3-0 record. St. Vincent […]

República Dominicana Avanza a Cuartos de Final con triunfo ante Costa Rica

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 18, 2024. – Dominican Republic advanced to the quarterfinals of the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup with a 3-1 (25-17, 25-21, 23-25, 25-22) victory over Costa Rica at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. The Dominican Republic (1-2) finished third in Pool A and will face the second-place team from Pool […]

Guatemala Invicto con victoria ante Surinam

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 17, 2024. – Guatemala remains undefeated in the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup after securing a 3-1 (25-20, 25-18, 21-25, 25-23) victory over host Suriname at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo. Guatemala holds a 2-0 record in Pool B, guaranteeing their spot in the next round. A win against Saint Vincent […]

Cuba se recupera y gana un Tie-Break contra República Dominicana

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 17, 2024. – Cuba came back from a two-set deficit to defeat the Dominican Republic 3-2 (21-25, 22-25, 25-20, 25-18, 15-13) in the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup on Tuesday at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. Cuba and Mexico, both with a 2-0 record, will face each other on Wednesday […]

Perú mejora récord 1-1 en Grupo B de la Copa Panamericana Sub-23 Masculina

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 17, 2024. – Peru improved their record (1-1) in Pool B after defeating St. Vincent 3-0 (25-14, 25-15, 25-15) in the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup being held at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. Peru (1-1) will close pool-play on Wednesday against Suriname, and St. Vincent (0-2) will face Guatemala. […]

Primer Campeonato Centroamericano U17 Femenino de AFECAVOL 

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 17, 2024.- From September 24 to 28, the city of Managua will host the First Edition of the U17 Central American Girls’ Championship, organized by the Association of Central American Volleyball Federations (AFECAVOL).  This event marks a milestone in the development of women’s volleyball in the region and responds to a joint […]

México derrota a Costa Rica en segundo triunfo del torneo

PARAMARIBO, Mexico, September 17, 2024.- Mexico beat Costa Rica 3-0 (27-25, 25-18, 25-21) in its second win in Pool A of the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup, taking place at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. With two victories in Pool A, Mexico (2-0) is assured of advancing to the next round, but it […]

Surinam derrotó a San Vicente en sets corridos en su primer partido

PARAMARIBO, Mexico, September 16, 2024. – Suriname swept Saint Vincent (25-18, 25-16, 25-20) in their first match of the Men’s U23 Pan American Cup, which began on Monday at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. The Men’s U23 Pan American Cup is being held from September 16 to 22 and offers two berths for […]

México abre venciendo a República Dominicana

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 16, 2024.- Mexico began its U23 Men’s Pan American Cup campaign with a 3-1 (25-23, 23-25, 25-21, 25-22) victory over the Dominican Republic at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname.  Mexico is aiming for one of the two available spots for NORCECA teams in the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción […]

Guatemala inicia Copa Pan Am U23 con un emocionante triunfo en 5 sets sobre Perú

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 16, 2024. – Guatemala kicked off the U23 Men’s Pan American Cup with a thrilling five-set victory 3-2 (22-25, 25-23, 25-21, 24-26, 15-11) over Peru at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname.  The U23 Pan American Cup grants two spots to NORCECA (non-qualified) teams for the second edition of the Junior […]

Copa Panamericana U23 Masculina abre con victoria de Cuba ante Costa Rica

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 16, 2024.- The Men’s U23 Pan American Cup kicked off with Cuba’s 3-0 (25-13, 25-21, 25-22) victory over Costa Rica at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal in Paramaribo, Suriname. The U23 Pan American Cup runs from September 16 -22 and offers two berths for non-qualified NORCECA teams for the 2025 Asunción II Junior […]

Equipos están listos para iniciar la Copa Panamericana Sub-23 Masculina en Surinam 

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 15, 2024.- The teams are ready to begin the Men’s U23 Pan American Cup from September 16 to 22 in Paramaribo, Suriname. The event grants two berths for NORCECA teams (not already qualified) to the 2025 Junior Pan American Games in Asunción, Paraguay. Jesús Cruz López, Head Coach of Cuba: “Cuba’s expectation […]

Sorteo del Campeonato Mundial Masculino Establece el Escenario para una Competencia Emocionante

September 14, 2024.- In a spectacular ceremony, held in Manila, the pools for the first phase of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in the Philippines were drawn on Saturday. 32 teams drawn into eight pools for the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in the Philippines. Smart Arena Coliseum and SM Mo Arena in Manila […]

Copa Panamericana Masculina Sub-23 en Paramaribo, Surinam

PARAMARIBO, Suriname, September 11, 2024.- Eight national teams are headed to Paramaribo, Suriname, for the 2024 Men’s U23 Pan American Cup from September 16-21 at the Anthony Nesty Sporthal  . Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic are in Pool A, Guatemala, Peru, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and host Suriname are in Pool B. Two (2) direct […]

Descubre los Deportes, Disciplinas, edades y número de atletas para los Juegos Panamericanos Junior Asunción 2025

From August 9thto the 23rd, 2025, the second edition of the Junior Pan American Games will be held in Paraguay. This event is one of the most important projects of Panam Sports and its aim is to detect and support the great stars that will shine in the near future. Find out here all the […]

AFECAVOL Liderando el Camino en Innovación para el Voleibol Centroamericano

GUATEMALA, September 9, 2024.- The Central American Volleyball Association (AFECAVOL) has consistently positioned itself as a pioneering Zonal Association within NORCECA and the FIVB. With a strong commitment to the growth and modernization of the sport, AFECAVOL continues to introduce initiatives that enhance the game, support officials, and elevate the overall experience for players and […]

Dominicana, México, Cuba y Costa Rica Clasificados a Juegos Panam Junior

XALAPA, Mexico, September 8, 2024.– The qualification process for the Women’s Volleyball Tournament at the second Junior Pan American Games in Asunción, Paraguay 2025 has successfully concluded, with the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Cuba, and Costa Rica as the teams that will represent NORCECA. The announcement was made by NORCECA President, Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, during the […]

Cubana Lisania Grafort Jugadora Más Valiosa en Copa Panamericana U23 Femenina

XALAPA, Mexico, September 8, 2024.- Cuban opposite hitter Lisania Grafort won the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award at the 2024 U23 Women’s Pan American Cup, held from September 3 to 8 at the Xalapa International Velodrome in Veracruz. Lisania Grafort received the honor during the closing ceremony after Cuba was crowned champion for the first […]

La Copa Panamericana Sub-23 Femenina tiene nuevo Campeón, Cuba

XALAPA, Mexico, September 8, 2024.- The Women’s U23 Pan American Cup has a new champion after Cuba’s victory in the gold medal match over the Dominican Republic 3-1 (26-24, 22-25, 25-21, 25-20) at the Xalapa International Velodrome, Veracruz. This is the first time in the history of the U23 Pan American Cup, since its inception […]

México superó a Chile para ganar la medalla de bronce

XALAPA, Mexico, September 8, 2024.- Mexico came out on top Chile 3-1 (20-25, 25-23, 25-15, 25-13) to win the Bronze Medal at the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup in the Xalapa International Velodrome, Veracruz. This is Mexico’s first bronze medal in the history of the Cup, adding to their two silver medals (2021, 2023). Mexico […]

Perú gana partido por el Quinto lugar en Xalapa

XALAPA, Mexico, September 8, 2024. – Peru won the match for fifth place in the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup after defeating Costa Rica in straight sets (25-15, 25-21, 25-20) on Sunday at the International Velodrome in Xalapa, Veracruz. Peru finished with a 4-2 record for fifth place. Costa Rica secured sixth place with a […]

Nicaragua Finaliza Séptimo en Copa Panamericana Sub-23

XALAPA, Mexico, September 8, 2024. – Nicaragua defeated Suriname 3-0 (25-13, 25-16, 25-15) to finish in seventh place at the U23 Women’s Pan American Cup, held from September 3 to 8 at the Xalapa International Velodrome in Veracruz. Nicaragua ended the event with two victories (both against Suriname) and four losses, while Suriname had five […]

Cuba se enfrentará a República Dominicana en el partido por la Medalla de Oro

XALAPA, Mexico, September 7, 2024.- Cuba won their semifinal in five sets 3-2 (18-25, 25-22, 25-19, 25-19, 22-25, 16-14) against Mexico and will face the Dominican Republic on Sunday in the gold medal match of the U23 Women’s Pan American Cup at the Xalapa International Velodrome in Veracruz. This is the first time in the […]

Dominicana alcanza su séptima final por la medalla de oro en Copa Panamericana U23

XALAPA, Mexico, September 7, 2024. – The Dominican Republic defeated Chile 3-0 (30-28, 25-21, 29-27) to reach their seventh gold medal match in the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup at the International Velodrome of Xalapa, Veracruz. The Dominican Republic has won every edition of the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup since its inception in 2012. […]

Perú a competir por el quinto lugar frente a Costa Rica

XALAPA, Mexico, September 7, 2024. – Peru defeated Suriname 3-0 (25-20, 25-14, 25-15) to compete for fifth place against Costa Rica in the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup in Xalapa, Veracruz. On Sunday, Peru and Costa Rica will play for positions 5-6; before, Suriname and Nicaragua will compete for positions 7-8. Peru also defeated Suriname […]

El clásico centroamericano lo gana Costa Rica a Nicaragua

XALAPA, Mexico, September 7, 2024. – Costa Rica won the Central American derby 3-0 (25-22, 25-18, 26-24) against Nicaragua in the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup on Saturday at the International Velodrome of Xalapa, Veracruz. Costa Rica will finish the competition facing the winner between Suriname and Peru for the positions 5-6 ; Nicaragua will […]

Axel Gutiérrez de Nicaragua el MVP del I Final Four Masculino de AFECAVOL

GUATEMALA, September 6, 2024.- Axel Gutiérrez of Nicaragua was honored as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 1st AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four, held from September 4 to 6 at the Alfonso Gordillo 7 de Diciembre Gymnasium in Guatemala City. In addition to being the tournament’s MVP, Axel was also the Best Scorer and Best […]

Guatemala se queda con la Plata y El Salvador con el Bronce del Final Four de AFECAVOL

GUATEMALA, September 6, 2024.- Guatemala defeated El Salvador 3-0 (25-17, 25-14, 25-22) to claim the Silver Medal, relegating El Salvador to the Bronze Medal in the 1st AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four Championship. Guatemala outperformed El Salvador in all areas of the game, with 45-28 in attacks, 8-5 in blocks, and 4-3 in serves. It was […]

Con 33 puntos, Petra Schwartzman lleva a Chile a las semifinales en Xalapa

XALAPA, México, 6 de septiembre de 2024.- With impressive 33 points, opposite hitter Petra Schwartzman carried Chile into the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup semifinals beating Peru 3-1 (21-25, 25-18, 25-21, 25-19) on Friday at the International Velodrome in Xalapa, Veracruz. On Saturday at 6:00pm, Chile will face the defending champions, the Dominican Republic, in […]

Nicaragua ganó el Oro del I Final Four Masculino de AFECAVOL

GUATEMALA, September 6, 2024 – Nicaragua claimed the Gold Medal at the First Central American Senior Men’s Final Four Championship by defeating Belize 3-2 with set scores of 20-25, 25-15, 25-18, 28-30, and 15-10. Nicaragua outperformed Belize in attacks with a 62-60 advantage. Belize was stronger in blocks with a 15-12 lead, and both teams […]

Cuba avanza a semifinales con triunfo en sets corridos ante Nicaragua

XALAPA, Mexico, September 6, 2024.- Cuba defeated Nicaragua 3-0 (25-17, 26-24, 25-16) to move on to the semifinals of the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup at the International Velodrome of Xalapa, Veracruz.  Cuba will face Mexico in Saturday’s semifinals, while Nicaragua will play against Costa Rica in a classification match for positions 5 to 8 […]

Nicaragua derrota a Guatemala y se queda como único invicto en el Torneo

GUATEMALA, September 5, 2024.- Nicaragua secured a 3-2 (21-25, 25-19, 23-25, 25-22, 15-12) victory over Guatemala, maintaining their unbeaten record in the inaugural AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four Championship, at the Alfonso Gordillo Gymnasium on December 7th. This victory places Nicaragua at the top of the tournament standings, and they will face Belize this Friday, who […]

México gana Grupo B, Avanza a Semifinales en Xalapa

XALAPA, Mexico, September 5, 2024. – Mexico won Pool B after a 3-0 (25-23, 25-19, 25-21) victory over Peru and advanced to the semifinals of the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup at the International Velodrome of Xalapa, Veracruz. Mexico earned their spot in the semifinals with a 3-0 record. Peru (2-1), second in Pool B, […]

República Dominicana avanza a Semis tras triunfo sobre Cuba

XALAPA, Mexico, September 5, 2024.- The Dominican Republic defeated Cuba 3-0 (25-22, 25-22, 25-20) to advance to the semifinals of the U23 Women’s Pan American Cup in Xalapa, Veracruz. Defending champions, Dominican Republic, won Pool A with a 3-0 record, earning a direct ticket to Saturday’s semifinals. Cuba (2-1) will face Nicaragua on Friday in […]

Nicaragua vence a Surinam para avanzar a Cuartos de Final

XALAPA, Mexico, September 5, 2024. – Nicaragua defeated Suriname 3-0 (25-21, 25-12, 25-15) to advance to the quarterfinal round as third place in Pool B of the U23 Women’s Pan American Cup at the International Velodrome in Xalapa, Veracruz. Nicaragua (1-2) will face the loser between the Dominican Republic and Cuba in quarterfinals on Friday. […]

Chile a disputar los Cuartos de Final

XALAPA, Mexico, September 5, 2024.- Chile defeated Costa Rica 3-0 (25-22, 25-23, 25-20) to advance to the quarterfinal round of the U23 Women’s Pan American Cup at the International Velodrome in Xalapa, Veracruz. With their first victory in the tournament, Chile (1-2) secured third place in Pool A and moved on to the next round, […]

México derrotó a Nicaragua en segunda victoria

XALAPA, Mexico, September 4, 2024. – Mexico defeated Nicaragua 3-0 (25-10, 25-17, 25-13) in their second victory at the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup at the Xalapa International Velodrome, Veracruz. On Thursday, Mexico (2-0) and Peru (2-0) will compete for first place in Pool B and a direct spot in Saturday’s semifinals. Nicaragua (0-2) and […]

República Dominicana superó a Chile en cuatro sets

XALAPA, Mexico, September 4, 2024. – Dominican Republic defeated Chile 3-1 (21-25, 25-11, 25-20, 25-20), improving their record 2-0 in Pool A of the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup in Xalapa, Veracruz. The Dominican Republic (2-0) and Cuba (2-0) will face off on Thursday for the top spot in the pool and a place in […]

Nicaragua empieza con victoria sobre El Salvador el Final Four Masculino

GUATEMALA, September 4, 2024. – Nicaragua began the Men’s Final Four with a 3-0 victory (25-23, 25-20, 25-12) in the historic opening match of this first edition of the tournament organized by AFECAVOL. The Nicaraguans fought hard to win the first set, but from the second set onward, they were far superior to the Salvadorans, […]

Perú superó a Surinam de principio a fin con sus saques

XALAPA, Mexico, September 4, 2024. – With an overwhelming 12-0 advantage in serves, Peru dominated Suriname 3-0 (25-5, 25-10, 25-13) in the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup that’s being played at the Xalapa International Velodrome in Veracruz. Peru remains undefeated (2-0) in Pool B and will finish the preliminary round on Thursday against Mexico. Suriname, […]

Cuba obtiene segunda victoria en Copa Panamericana U23 en Xalapa

XALAPA, Mexico, September 4, 2024. – Cuba earned its second victory in the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup after defeating Costa Rica 3-0 (25-16, 25-20, 25-14) on Wednesday in Xalapa, Veracruz. This was Cuba’s second consecutive win in Pool A, and they will face the Dominican Republic on Thursday in their final match of the […]

México inicia la Copa Panamericana Sub-23 con categórico triunfo sobre Surinam

XALAPA, Mexico, September 3, 2024.- Mexico began the Women’s U-23 Pan American Cup with a convincing 3-0 (25-13, 25-13, 25-13) victory over Suriname at the International Velodrome of Xalapa in Veracruz. The hosts dominated every skill of the game, attacks (37-16), blocks (3-1), and service aces (11-1). Mexico committed 19 errors, while Suriname made 24. […]

Cuba supera a Chile en Cuatro Sets

XALAPA, Mexico, September 3, 2024.- Cuba defeated Chile 3-1 (19-25, 25-23, 27-25, 25-13) on the first day of competition at the Women’s U23 Pan American Cup in the International Velodrome of Xalapa, Veracruz. Cuba recovered after losing the first set with a 45-42 advantage in attacks and scoring 36 points on Chile’s errors compared to […]

Perú inicia Copa Panamericana Sub-23 con triunfo

XALAPA, Mexico, September 3, 2024.- Peru started off the U23 Women’s Pan American Cup with a 3-1 (25-17, 21-25, 25-16, 25-15) victory over Nicaragua at the Xalapa International Velodrome in Veracruz, Mexico. In their first match in Pool B, despite dropping a set, Peru outperformed in attacks (50-38), blocks (6-5), and serves (9-4). Peru scored […]

República Dominicana derrotó a Costa Rica en apertura de la Copa Panamericana Femenina Sub-23

XALAPA, Mexico, September 3, 2024.-  Dominican Republic defeated Costa Rica 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 25-17) in the opening match of the U23 Women’s Pan American Cup at the Xalapa International Velodrome in Veracruz. Dominican Republic finished with a huge lead in attack points, 45 to 22, holding a slight edge in blocks, 6 to 5, and […]

Todo listo para iniciar el primer Final Four Masculino de AFECAVOL

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, September 3, 2024: The first AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four Championship kicked off this Tuesday with the preliminary interviews with the coaches and representatives from Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Nicaragua—the teams that secured the top spots in last year’s Central American Championship. Everyone agrees that this is a great initiative by the […]

Anguila y Dominica son coronados campeones de Voleibol de Playa Sub-21 ECVA

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts. September 1, 2024.- Anguilla and the Commonwealth of Dominica claimed top honors in the female and male categories, respectively, of the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Under 21 Beach Volleyball Championships, which concluded on September 1, 2024. The Championships, held over three action-packed days from August 30 to September 1, were preparatory […]

Dominica gana invicta el título masculino Sub-21 de Voleibol de Playa ECVA

BASSETERE: St Kitts and Nevis, September 1, 2024:  Dominica completed its mission to win the Men’s segment of the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Under-21 Championships here at the Marriot Beach, and booked a place to the FIVB Beach Volleyball Under-21 World Championships, set for Georgia, 2025. The duo of Bill Frederick and Mervin Mingo, […]

Anguila gana la medalla de oro en la categoría femenina

BASSETERE, St Kitts and Nevis, Sept, 1. 2024: Anguilla, represented by Lavesha Richardson and Deandra Flemming defeated St Lucia’s pair of Kurtrice Jules and Marie -Therese St Clair, to pouch gold in the Women’s segment of the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Under-21 Championships here at the Marriot Beach. Richardson and Flemming won 2-0 (21-17, […]

Cinco árbitros de NORCECA completan con éxito el curso de árbitros FIVB durante el Campeonato Mundial Sub-17 Masculino

September 3, 2024.- As many as 26 international referees from all over the world not only whistled the matches of the 2024 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship in Sofia, from Aug. 25-31, but also successfully underwent an extensive course to be confirmed as FIVB referees, following their successful examination and practical performance. Five candidates […]

Dominicana, EE. UU., Canadá, Puerto Rico, Cuba y México Clasificados al Mundial 2025 Femenino

September 3, 2024.- The FIVB revealed the participants of the 2025 Women’s Volleyball World Championship that will take place in Thailand featuring 32 national teams, which include six NORCECA teams. Next year’s edition of the event will be the first to be held biannually. Current NORCECA Champions Dominican Republic (ranked No.11), United States (ranked No.3) […]

Estados Unidos, Canadá y Cuba Clasificados al Campeonato Mundial Masculino 2025

September 3, 2024.- The FIVB revealed the participants of the 2025 Men’s Volleyball World Championship that will take place in the Philippines featuring 32 national teams, with USA, Canada and Cuba representing NORCECA. Next year’s edition of the event will be the first to be held biannually. The men’s tournament has two automatic qualifiers – […]

Cuatro Equipos masculinos buscan el oro en ECVA

BASSETERRE: St Kitts and Nevis, August 31, 2024: Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda, along with Grenada and St. Kitts and Nevis Team One advanced to the men’s semifinals of the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Under-21 Championships here at the Marriot Beach. The four maintained an unblemished record, after successfully navigating pool play and their quarter-final […]

Equipos femeninos alcanzan la Semifinales en U21 de Playa de ECVA

BASSETERRE: St Kitts and Nevis, August 31, 2024: Anguilla staged a second and third set comebacks, to oust defending champion- Dominica, to reach the semifinals in the Women’s segment of the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Under-21 Championships here at the Marriot Beach. Represented by Lavesha Richardson and Deandra Flemming, Anguilla came from a set […]

Massey y Davis de EE.UU. triunfan como campeonas mundiales de voleibol de playa U19

September 1, 2024.- USA’s Myriah Massey & Lily Davis shut out Spain’s Sofia Izuzquiza & Marta Carro in Sunday’s final to triumph as FIVB Beach Volleyball U19 World Champions in Shangluo, China, in women’s beach volleyball. In another American sweep earlier in the day, Sally Perez & Sarah Wood took the bronze, leaving Thailand’s Varagkhana […]

Cuba finaliza 10mo, México 12vo y Puerto Rico 15vo en el Mundial U17

SOFIA, Bulgaria, August 31, 2024.- Cuba finished in 10th place, Mexico in 12th, and Puerto Rico in 15th in the first edition of the U17 Men’s World Championship, which concluded on Saturday in Sofia, Bulgaria. Cuba faced the host nation, Bulgaria, in a match for the ninth place in the tournament. The European team won […]

St. Kitts y Nevis Equipo Uno y Antigua por partida doble

BASSETTERE: St Kitts and Nevis, Aug. 30: St. Kitts and Nevis Team One’s Julian Bristol and Vickash Sundar, as well as Antigua and Barbuda’s Khaliq Joseph and Miguel Lugo, went two wins from as many matches on day one of Men’s Pool play in the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Under-21 Championships at the Marriot Beach.  In straight sets, Bristol and Sundar, beat Tariq Duncan and Damari Frederick of St.  […]

Cuba jugará por el 9o lugar y México por el 11o lugar en el Campeonato Mundial U17 Masculino

SOFIA, Bulgaria, August 30, 2024.- Cuba and Mexico will play for 9th and 11th place respectively, after Cuba beat Libya and Mexico fell to Bulgaria on Friday at the Boys’ U17 World Championship in Sofia, Bulgaria. Cuba and Bulgaria will meet in Saturday’s ninth-place match starting at 11:00 (local time). On Friday, they achieved straight-set […]

Tailandia será la sede del Campeonato Mundial de Voleibol Femenino FIVB 2025

August 30, 2024.- The FIVB and Volleyball World are excited to announce that Thailand will host the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship, subject to the guarantees of the Government of Thailand. The FIVB, Volleyball World and Thailand Volleyball Association (TVA) today signed an agreement to host the prestigious event, which will bring together the […]

NORCECA Felicita a Ramón Suzara por su Elección como Presidente de AVC

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, August 30, 2024.- The North, Central America, and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation NORCECA extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Ramon Suzara on his election as the new President of the Asian Volleyball Confederation  (AVC). Ramon Suzara of the Philippines was elected the President of the Asian Volleyball Confederation during the organization’s elective […]

Con gran pesar, NORCECA lamenta el fallecimiento de Mannika Charles-Warrington

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, August 29, 2024.- The North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation NORCECA and its president, Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, join in profound grief and sadness over the passing of Mannika Charles-Warrington, a beloved indoor and beach volleyball player for the U.S. Virgin Islands National team Mannika brought joy to her loved ones, […]

México venció a Chile y Cuba superó a Túnez en Mundial U17 Masculino

SOFIA, Bulgaria, August 29, 2024.- Mexico defeated Chile, Cuba overcame Tunisia, and Puerto Rico fell to Libya in the playoffs for the positions 9 to 16 of the Boys’ U17  World Championship in Bulgaria. Mexico beat Chile 3-0 (25-22, 25-22, 25-20), with advantages in attacks (42-34) and blocks (6-3). Chile led in serves (4-2). Ricardo […]

Primer Campeonato Centroamericano Final Four Masculino de AFECAVOL

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, August 29, 2024.- The first edition of the AFECAVOL Central American Men’s Final Four Championship will take place from September 4 to 6 at the 7 de Diciembre “Alfonso Gordillo” Gymnasium in Guatemala City.  The AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four gathers the four highest-ranked senior teams in Central America from the year prior […]

Con Profunda Tristeza, NORCECA Lamenta el Fallecimiento de Pilar Victoriá

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, August 29, 2024. – The North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation NORCECA and its president, Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, join in profound grief and sadness over the passing of Pilar Marie Victoriá, a distinguished member of the Puerto Rican National Volleyball team. We extend our deepest condolences to her parents, family, […]

Once países compiten en Voleibol de Playa Sub-21 de ECVA

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis: Aug. 29, 2024: The final destination is Georgia 2025, for the FIVB Beach Volleyball Under-21 World Championships. Eleven countries will be looking to book their flights, at the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Under-21 Championships, August 29 to September 1, at the Marriot Beach. The participating countries are Anguilla (AGU), […]

República Dominicana busca conservar título en Copa Panamericana Femenina Sub-23

VERACRUZ, Mexico, August 28, 2024.- Dominican Republic will seek their seventh title at the 2024 U23 Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, to be held from September 3 to 8 at the Xalapa International Velodrome in Veracruz, Mexico. Reigning champion Dominican Republic has won the event in each of its six editions and all eyes are […]

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