Nov. 22, 2024: Head coach Tuomas Sammelvuo has announced his departure as head coach of the senior men’s program. “It is with a heavy heart that I’ve made the decision to step down as head coach of Team Canada,” said Sammelvuo. He and his wife welcomed a new baby into their family last month, which precipitated […]
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New FIVB Board of Administration approves composition of Executive Committee
November 19, 2024.- The newly formed FIVB Board of Administration met following the successful conclusion of the first-ever Global Volleyball Summit at the FIVB 39th World Congress. Chaired for the first time by the newly elected FIVB President Fabio Azevedo, the meeting focused on laying the groundwork for the next phase of the Global Volleyball Movement. The […]
Guaynabo Mets to the LVSM Final Against Caribes of San Sebastián
YAUCO, Puerto Rico, November 18, 2024. – The Guaynabo Mets secured their spot in the finals of the Puerto Rico Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) by defeating Yauco Cafeteros 3-1 (25-21, 25-14, 24-26, 25-19) in Game 6 of the Semifinal Series at the Raúl “Pipote” Oliveras court. Guaynabo was powered by double-digit performances from Gregory […]
Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz Confirmed as FIVB First Vice President
PORTO, Portugal, November 17, 2024.- During the 39th FIVB World Congress, held in Porto, Portugal, from November 15 to 17, Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, President of the NORCECA Confederation, was reelected as First Vice President of the FIVB with an overwhelming 98% of the votes cast by the delegates in attendance. Marte Hoffiz has held this […]
Dr. Ary Da Silva Graça honored with “Golden Collar” Distinction and Declared as President “Ad Vitam” of NORCECA
PORTO, Portugal, November 17, 2024.- In an emotional ceremony held during the 39th FIVB World Congress, the NORCECA Confederation honored Dr. Ary Da Silva Graça, outgoing FIVB President, with its highest distinction: the “Golden Collar”, and declared him as President “Ad Vitam” of NORCECA. This recognition highlights his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the […]
FIVB Board of Administration elections shape future leadership at the 39th FIVB World Congress
PORTO, Portugal, November 17, 2024.-The second day of the 39th FIVB World Congress was filled with historic milestones as delegates voted for the future of FIVB Leadership. Fabio Azevedo was unanimously elected by acclamation as the new President of the FIVB, the FIVB Board of Administration and two Gender in Minority members were elected, marking the […]
Awards ceremony honours President Graça and achievements of global Volleyball Family at 39th FIVB World Congress
PORTO, Portugal, November 17, 2024.- The second day of the 39th FIVB World Congress in Porto, Portugal, was a celebratory occasion, recognizing outstanding contributions to the sport. A highlight of the event was the presentation of numerous awards to individuals and organizations, with FIVB President Ary S. Graça F° receiving special recognition for his exceptional […]
Fabio Azevedo elected FIVB President, while Hugh McCutcheon appointed as FIVB Secretary General
PORTO, Portugal, November 16, 2024.- The 39th FIVB World Congress today elected Fabio Azevedo unanimously by acclamation as the new President of the FIVB, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the global volleyball community, while Hugh McCutcheon has been appointed as FIVB Secretary General. With resounding support from international volleyball delegates, Fabio […]
FIVB Volleyball Foundation Board holds historic first meeting in Portugal
PORTO, Portugal, November 16, 2024.- The FIVB Volleyball Foundation Board held its first ever meeting in Portugal following the opening day of the 39th FIVB World Congress. This marked a significant step in the organization’s aim to serve the world through volleyball. At the meeting, the Board approved the principle of resource and coaching provision […]
Mets One Win Away from Securing Their Spot in the LVSM Finals
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, November 15, 2024.- The Mets de Guaynabo took control of their semifinal series against Cafeteros de Yauco with a 3-2 lead, positioning themselves just one victory away from the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) finals after defeating them 3-1 (25-20, 19-25, 25-18, 25-13) at the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum. Following the win, […]
Global Volleyball Family celebrates Dr Ary S. Graça Fᵒ’s legacy of innovation and opportunity at World Congress
November 15, 2024.- The 39th FIVB World Congress today celebrated the remarkable progress made during FIVB President Dr Ary Graça’s 12-year mandate and the lasting legacy of innovation and opportunity he has given the global Volleyball Family. During Dr Ary Graça’s presidency, the world witnessed the global transformation of volleyball. Although his time at the […]
FIVB President Dr Ary S. Graça F° Opens the 39 the World Congress As Head of Global Volleyball Family
November 15, 2024.- FIVB President Dr Ary S. Graça F° today officially opened the 39th World FIVB Congress, where he warmly welcomed delegates to Porto, Portugal. The Congress brings together representatives from across the global Volleyball Family, as delegates from nearly 200 of the FIVB’s National Federations have gathered to shape the future of the […]
Empowering National Federations and the Global Volleyball Family: Presidents Graça’s Legacy in Volleyball Empowerment
November 2024.- Under the visionary leadership of President Dr Ary S. Graça F°, the FIVB has made unprecedented changes to empower National Federations, athletes and its global volleyball community. Since his election in 2012, President Graça has championed initiatives that reflect his commitment to innovate, expand opportunities and ensure the growth of volleyball worldwide. Here is a […]
Caribes Sweep Semifinal B of LVSM Against Changos to Become First Finalists
NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, November 14, 2024. – The reigning champions of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), the Caribes de San Sebastián, completed a sweep of the runner-up Changos de Naranjito in Semifinal B on Thursday, November 14, winning the series in four matches. The Caribes dropped only two sets throughout the series and eliminated […]
Volleyball Family Set to Gather in Portugal for 39th FIVB World Congress
November 14, 2024.- The countdown is on for the 39th FIVB World Congress, set to take place from 15-17 November 2024 in Porto, Portugal, where the global Volleyball Family will elect a new President of the FIVB for the period of 2024-2032. Alongside the presidential election, delegates will also vote to fill several key roles, […]
Cafeteros Force Game Six Against Mets in LVSM Semifinal A
YAUCO, Puerto Rico, November 13, 2024.- Playing at home in the Raúl “Pipote” Oliveras Coliseum, Yauco Cafeteros rallied to secure a win in a decisive fifth set, defeating the Guaynabo Mets to even the series at two wins apiece. The Mets, who had previously swept Yauco 3-0, stumbled with 12 service errors and 19 attack […]
Caribes One Win Away from Sealing Semifinal B Against the Changos in the LVSM
SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, November 12, 2024. – The Caribes of San Sebastián achieved their seventh consecutive set win over the Changos of Naranjito in Semifinal B of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), putting them one victory away from reaching the Kia Cup Grand Final after a 3-0 win (25-23, 25-20, 25-21). San Sebastián […]
Mets Dominate and Move Closer to the LVSM Grand Final
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, November 10, 2024.- The Mets de Guaynabo defended their home court at Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum to take control of Semifinal A in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) of Puerto Rico, leading the series 2-1 over Cafeteros de Yauco. The previous two games went to overtime, but this time was the […]
Jade Race and Devanne Sours of USA Take Gold Medal in El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, November 10, 2024.- Jade Race and Devanne Sours of the United States won the gold medal at the eighth stop of the 2024 NORCECA Tour after Canada’s Dana Roskic and Anna Licht were forced to withdraw due to injury during the final match at the Flor Blanca Beach Sports Stadium in El […]
Canadian Arran Chambers Repeats Gold in El Salvador, Now with Jake MacNeil
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, November 10, 2024.- Canadian Arran Chambers repeated his gold medal performance on the NORCECA Tour here in El Salvador, this time teaming up with Jake MacNeil to defeat the U.S. duo of Diego Perez and Ryan Ierna 2-0 (21-13, 21-13) at the eighth stop of the 2024 season, held from November 8 […]
Caribes “Steal” the Second Semifinal Game at Gelito Ortega
NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, November 9, 2024.– The defending champions of the Puerto Rico Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM), Caribes de San Sebastián, led by double-digit offense from Jalen Penrose and Pelegrín Vargas with 23 and 15 points respectively, as well as 10 team blocks, quickly left the legendary Gelito Ortega court in Naranjito with a […]
Two Duos from Canada, Nicaragua, and USA in Women’s Semifinals in El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, November 7, 2024.- The two Canadian duos, López/Valeska from Nicaragua, and Race/Sours from the United States are set for the women’s semifinals at the eighth stop of the 2024 NORCECA Tour in El Salvador. In Saturday’s semifinals, the two Canadian duos will face off: Dana Roskic and Anna Licht vs. Amy Ozee […]
Nicaragua, USA, and Two Canadian Teams Advance to Semifinals in El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, November 7, 2024.- Mora/López of Nicaragua, Perez/Ierna of the United States, and both Canadian teams have advanced to the men’s semifinals at the eighth stop of the NORCECA Tour, taking place at the Flor Blanca Beach Sports Stadium in El Salvador. The semifinals will be held on Saturday at 9:15 a.m., with […]
Yauco Gets Even in Game 2 of the LVSM Semifinal A
YAUCO, Puerto Rico, November 8, 2024. – Cafeteros de Yauco came from behind at the Raúl “Pipote” Oliveras Coliseum to even the Semifinal A series of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) at one win apiece against the Mets de Guaynabo in a match that extended to five sets. In the series opener, the Mets […]
Six Women Tandems Off to a Good Start at the NORCECA Tour in El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, November 8, 2024.- The two U.S. teams, U.S. Virgin Islands, Ozee/Glagau of Canada, López/Valeska of Nicaragua and Alvarado/Aguilar of Guatemala, off to a good start at the eighth stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour at the Beach Sports Stadium at the Flor Blanca Sports Complex in El Salvador. In Pool A, […]
Seven Undefeated Men Teams at NORCECA Beach in El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, November 8, 2024.- Both teams from Canada and the United States, the Guardado brothers from El Salvador, Mora/López from Nicaragua, and Costa Rica remain undefeated on the first day, advancing to the men’s quarterfinals of the eighth stop of the NORCECA Tour at the Beach Sports Stadium in the Flor Blanca Sports […]
Caribes Start LVSM Semifinal B Against Changos on the Right Foot
SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, November 7, 2024.- In a match with the intensity of a final series, the champions and runners-up of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) faced off in a thrilling encounter that was decided in the maximum number of sets. The home team, Caribes of San Sebastián, emerged victorious. The match took place […]
El Salvador Hosts the NORCECA Tour for second year in a row
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, November 7, 2024.- The Beach Sports Stadium at the Flor Blanca Sports Complex will host the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour for the second year in a row, with the eighth stage of the 2024 season taking place from November 8 to 10. Thirty teams are registered for the competition (16 men’s teams […]
In a Comeback, Mets Successfully Defend El Quijote in Semifinal A Opener Against Cafeteros
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, November 6, 2024. – In the opening match of Semifinal A of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), the Guaynabo Mets successfully defended their home turf, Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum, rallying from behind in five sets against a tenacious Yauco Cafeteros. “A very tough game. We hadn’t played in over a week, […]
Brittany Abercrombie crowned 2024 AU Pro Volleyball Champion
November 4, 2024.- Brittany Abercrombie, one of 23 newcomers this season, took Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball by storm. She rose to the top and never relinquished No. 1, winning the 2024 AU Pro Volleyball Championship. She finished with 4,521 leaderboard points, leading in all three leaderboard categories. Abercrombie is not only the first opposite to […]
Mohammed Receives Recognition from Bonaire Federation
BONAIRE, Bonaire, November 3, 2024.- Mushtaque Mohammed, President of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) and Executive Vice President of NORCECA, received a recognition from the Bonaire National Volleyball Federation following the conclusion of the seventh stage of the 2024 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, held from November 1-3 on the beautiful island of Bonaire. Gisette […]
Carly Kan/Devanne Sours of USA Win Gold in NORCECA Bonaire
BONAIRE, Bonaire, November 3, 2024.- Carly Kan and Devanne Sours of the United States took the gold medal of the seventh stage of the 2024 NORCECA Tour that took place at the Rudy Boezen complex in Bonaire from November 1-3, defeating Dana Roskic and Anna Licht of Canada 2-0 (21-18,21-15). This is Carly’s second gold […]
Urrutia/Harrison of USA Champions at NORCECA in Bonaire
BONAIRE, Bonaire, November 3, 2024.- Jake Urrutia and Wyatt Harrison of the United States won the championship match of the seventh stage of the 2024 NORCECA Tour in Bonaire over Jake MacNeil and Arran Chambers of Canada 2-1 (21-13, 16-21, 15-10). This is Jake’s and Wyatt’s first medal as a team. For Wyatt it’s his […]
Two U.S. teams, Guatemala and Canada reach Bonaire’s Women Semifinals
BONAIRE, Bonaire, November 2, 2024.-Race/Crews and Kan/Sours of United States, Girón/Alvarado of Guatemala and Licht/Roskic of Canada reached the women’s semifinals of the seventh stage of the 2024 NORCECA Tour in Bonaire. In Sunday’s semifinals, Anna Licht and Dana Roskic of Canada go up against Natalia Girón and Paola Alvarado of Guatemala at 9:00 […]
Canada and USA with two teams in Semifinals in Bonaire
BONAIRE, Bonaire, November 2, 2024.- The two teams from Canada and United States advanced to the men’s semifinals of the seventh stage of the 2024 NORCECA Tour in Bonaire. Martin Licht/Luke de Greef and Jake MacNeil/Arran Chambers of Canada play the first semifinal on Sunday at 9:00 am. USA’s Charles Siragusa/John Schwengel and Jake Urrutia/Wyatt […]
Cafeteros Complete the Four LVSM Semifinalists
YAUCO, Puerto Rico, November 2, 2024.- Cafeteros de Yauco secured their spot in the semifinal series of the Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM) on Friday night, November 1, defeating their archrivals, the Plataneros de Corozal, in a do-or-die match that went to the full five sets. This series saw three of the five matches go […]
Barbados, Canada, Guatemala, USA and U.S. Virgin Islands Women Enjoy Victories on Day One at Bonaire NORCECA Tour
BONAIRE, Bonaire, November 1. 2024.- Padmore/Edwards of Barbados, Roskic/Licht of Canada, Giron/Alvarado of Guatemala, Kan/Sours of USA and Almeida-Anz/Bennett of the U.S. Virgin Islands enjoyed victories in their two outings on day one of the seventh stage of the 2024 NORCECA Tour in Bonaire. Dei Padmore and Serena Edwards of Barbados won their two matches […]
Volleyball Season 4: Movers of Week 4
October 31, 2024.- The race for the 2024 Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball Championship could not be tighter coming out of Week Four. The crown is up for grabs between Brittany Abercrombie and Betty De La Cruz-Mejía while the third- and fourth-place medals could be anyone’s game. Here’s how each team shook out the win points in Week Three to […]
Canada, USA and TTO Men Undefeated in Bonaire NORCECA Beach Opening
BONAIRE, Bonaire, November 1, 2024.- Both teams from Canada and the United States, as well as Trinidad and Tobago go undefeated on opening of the seventh stage of the 2024 NORCECA Tour at the Rudy Boezen complex in Bonaire. Martin Licht/Luke de Greef of Canada lead Pool A taking down their both opponents of the […]
Spencer Olivier: Most Valuable Player of the 2024 LVSM Tournament
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, November 1, 2024. – “I’m very grateful to receive this award. I just try to play my best and work as hard as I can, so I truly appreciate the recognition from those who voted for me,” said 6-foot-5 Spencer Olivier from the Plataneros de Corozal upon learning that he was […]
The 7th Stop of the NORCECA Tour in Bonaire is ready to get underway
BONAIRE, Bonaire, October 31, 2024.- The seventh stop of the 2024 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour is ready to get underway at the Rudy Boezen complex in Bonaire from November 1-3. Twenty three teams are registered for the event, representing nine countries. Teams are distributed in three pools per gender. In the women’s field, Pool A […]
Enile/Theodore of Trinidad and Tobago, CAZOVA Men Senior Beach Champions
BONAIRE, Bonaire, October 31, 2024.- Stephen Enile and Isaac Theodore of Trinidad and Tobago are the Champions of the first-ever Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Champions held in Bonaire. Enile and Theodore earned the gold medal on October 31st defeating Eddy Toro Maldonado/Thelion Jahim Coutinho of Aruba 2-0 (21-18, 21-16) in the […]
Dei Padmore and Serena Edwards of Barbados Win CAZOVA Women Senior Beach
BONAIRE, Bonaire, October 31, 2024.- Dei Padmore and Serena Edwards of Barbados won the first edition of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Tournament in Bonaire. Padmore and Edwards won the round-robin event, consisting of five teams, undefeated with a perfect 4-0 win-loss, at the Rudy Boezen complex, an impressive venue with two […]
Eliud Ortíz from Corozal, “Manager of the Year”
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 31, 2024.- The Plataneros of Corozal have accumulated their second award in the 2024 Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) Awards with the appointment of Eliud Ortiz as “Manager of the Year.” “First of all, I am grateful to God; it was a tough year from the U23 process until now. I’m […]
Cafeteros Force a Decisive Match in Quarterfinal Series against Corozal
LARES, Puerto Rico, October 30, 2024.- The Yauco Cafeteros managed to extend their quarterfinal series in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) against the Corozal Plataneros, defeating them in four sets at the Félix Méndez Acevedo court. Another nail-biting match saw three of the four sets going into extra points. The scores were 26-24, 16-25, […]
Bonaire to host CAZOVA First Ever Senior Beach Tournament
BONAIRE, Bonaire, October 30, 2024.- The beautiful island of Bonaire records history as it will host the first ever Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Tournament at the Rudy Boezen complex on Thursday October 31. Eleven teams will compete (6 male and 5 female) for the CAZOVA title, earning FIVB points and also […]
Ramón “Monchito” Hernández Cruz Named “Coach of the Year” in LVSM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico. Wednesday, October 30, 2024.- In a landslide vote in the 2024 Year-End Awards of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), Plataneros de Corozal head coach Ramón “Monchito” Hernández Cruz was awarded the “Coach of the Year” title. The Bayamón native earned 70 votes to claim the honor. In second place was […]
Third Time’s the Charm for Team De La Cruz-Mejía in 71-65 Victory Over Team Abercrombie
MESA, Arizona, October 28, 2024.- There’s an old adage in sports that says it’s tough to beat a team three times in a season. The latest example has developed during the 2024 Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball season between opposite Brittany Abercrombie and outside hitter Bethania De La Cruz-Mejía. Abercrombie had guided her team past De La Cruz-Mejía’s squad […]
Kingdon Rishel, Thomas-Ailara Lead Team Hentz in Sweep of Team Member-Meneh
MESA, Arizona, October 28, 2024.- Outside hitters Madi Kingdon Rishel and Temi Thomas-Ailara combined for 37 kills as Team Hentz swept Team Member-Meneh for a 75-66 victory in the opening match of Monday night’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball action at Arizona Athletic Grounds. Team Hentz picks up its first win of Week Four and improves to 1-2, while Team […]
Caribes de San Sebastián, Current LVSM Champions, Secure Semifinal Spot
SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, October 29, 2024. – In an impressive display of power and strategy on the Luis Aymat Cardona court, the Caribes swept the Gigantes de Carolina 3-0 in the quarterfinal series. The scores in this third game were 25-14, 25-23, and 25-22, once again showcasing the team’s dominance. Opposite hitter Jalen Penrose […]
Kevin Rodríguez Named “Setter of the Year” in the 2024 LVSM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 29, 2024.- Kevin Rodríguez Cintrón, setter for the Mets de Guaynabo, has been selected as the 2024 “Setter of the Year” in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) in Puerto Rico. Rodríguez Cintrón dominated the LVSM’s Values of the Year voting, held by the Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV), receiving 77 […]
Historic All -Female Referee Duo officiate in ECVA Men’s Final
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024: Female referees- Monique Martis and Chesley Augustine Antigua inked their names in the annals of the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA), when they were the two who officiate in the 2024 Men’s Final. The historic occasion came in Senior Men’s Championships at the YMCA Sports Complex, as […]
In another five-set drama at Pipote Oliveras, Plataneros defeat Cafeteros
YAUCO, Puerto Rico, October 28, 2024.- Yauco and Corozal faced off in another five-set thriller in the quarterfinals of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) at the Raúl “Pipote” Oliveras court in this municipality, with the visiting Plataneros of Corozal emerging victorious once again. This was the third match in the series. Corozal won the […]
Gianluca Grasso is the Comeback Player of the Year in the 2024 LVSM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 28, 2024.- Gianluca Grasso, outside hitter for the Guaynabo Mets, was named the “Comeback Player of the Year” for the 2024 season in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) of the Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV). Grasso, who was an All-American hitter with USC’s men’s volleyball program before graduating in 2019, […]
Adrian Constant wins MVP Award
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024: Antigua and Barbuda’s captain – Adrian Constant had the accolade of MVP bestowed on him when the 20e 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships concluded here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Apart from the prestigious individual award, Constant accepted the trophy as the Best […]
Antigua wards off Dominica to mine Gold
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024: Antigua and Barbuda withstood any challenge thrown by Dominica, to walk off the court at the YMCA Sports Complex, as gold medalist of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships. In a final filled with twists and turns, ebbs and flows, Antigua and Barbuda […]
Mets and Changos Advance to LVSM Semifinals, Caribes Continue to Dominate Gigantes de Carolina
CAROLINA, Puerto Rico, October 27, 2024.- While the Mets de Guaynabo and Changos de Naranjito completed their third quarterfinal victories to advance to the next stage of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), the Caribes de San Sebastián had to dig deep to defeat Gigantes at the Guillermo Angulo Coliseum in this municipality. At the […]
Team Abercrombie Sweeps Up 77-53 Victory Over Team Hentz
MESA, Arizona, October 27, 2024.- The triumvirate of outside hitters Claire Hoffman and Brooke Nuneviller and opposite Brittany Abercrombie combined to post 46 kills with a .421 hitting percentage to propel Team Abercrombie to a convincing 77-53 victory over Team Hentz in the finale of Sunday’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball doubleheader at Arizona Athletic Grounds. The win lifted Team Abercrombie’s Week […]
Team De La Cruz-Mejía Cruises to 75-52 Victory in Sweep of Team Member-Meneh
MESA, Arizona, October 27, 2024.- Team De La Cruz-Mejía coasted to a 75-52 victory against Team Member-Meneh to begin Sunday’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball doubleheader at Arizona Athletic Grounds. The victory moves Team De La Cruz-Mejía to 2-0 in Week Four, while Team Member-Meneh falls to 0-2. Opposite Willow Johnson totaled a match-high 14 kills on a […]
St Lucia rallies to take Bronze
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024: St Lucia crossed the line over Grenada, to take the bronze medal match, 3-2 (23-25, 25-23, 25-22, 15-25, 15-8), in the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. In a ding down tussle for the third spot, Grenada charged […]
Dominica waltz into ECVA Men’s Final
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024: Covering all their bases, Dominica put together an efficient performance to blank Grenada, and waltz into the final of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Winning 3-0(25-18, 25-19, 25-23), meant that Dominica chalked up their fifth win […]
Antigua in ECVA Men’s Final, after displacing St Lucia
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024: Keeping calm when things were against them, Antigua and Barbuda was able to carve out their destiny, to close out St Lucia, and reach the final of 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. In a battle of wits […]
St Lucia affirms semi-final place with 3-0 win over St Maarten
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 26, 2024: St Lucia formalized their semi-final place with a disciplined win versus St Maarten in the final preliminary round match of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex, Despite some stumbles along the way, and rear -guard action from […]
William Rivera Named the Player with Most Improvement in LVSM 2024
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 27, 2024: William Rivera, outside hitter for the Gigantes de Adjuntas, was selected on Sunday, as the “player with Most Improvement” of the 2024 season of the Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM) by the Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV). Rivera, who stands 6 feet tall and recently turned 24 in […]
Cafeteros Even the Series with Plataneros in LVSM Quarterfinals
NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, October 26, 2024: The Cafeteros de Yauco evened their quarterfinal series in the Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM) to one win apiece, as they avenged their previous loss to the Plataneros de Corozal with a four-set victory. Cafeteros and Plataneros had previously staged a five-set thriller, with Plataneros taking the first match; […]
Antigua and Barbuda reach semi-finals unbeaten
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 26, 2024: It started as a battle between the unbeaten teams in Pool A of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. But when the last point was scored, it was Antigua and Barbuda that kept the spotless run intact […]
Bermuda finishes Pool A with win over British Virgin Islands
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 25, 2024: Bermuda completed their sojourn in the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championship here at the YMCA Sports Complex, with a 3-0 (26-24, 25-12, 25-13) win over the British Virgin Islands. It meant that the Bermudans ended the championship with a 2:2 win/ loss ratio. […]
Dominica tops Pool B with dominance
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 26, 2024: Dominica finished the preliminary round of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex, by topping Pool B. A painless 3-0(25-7, 25-5, 25-7) win over Saba, saw Dominica ending with a 4:0 win/ loss ratio. In sheering dominance, Dominica […]
Gregory Torres is the 2024 LVSM “Rookie of the Year”
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 26, 2024. – Gregory Torres Cruzado, outside hitter for the Guaynabo Mets, was named “Rookie of the Year” for the 2024 season in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) of the Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV). Torres Cruzado, 20 years old and standing 6’4”, led the 2024 Values of the […]
Dominica leads Pool B after toppling St. Lucia
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 25, 2024: Efficient execution in all facets of the game, saw Dominica carving out a 3-1(25-23, 25-17, 23-25, 25-20) over St. Lucia, to lead Pool B of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. St. Lucia though pushed Dominica in […]
Antigua thrills over Bermuda to set up showdown with Grenada
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 25, 2024: Antigua and Barbuda looked out of it after losing the first sets to Bermuda, but found the will in Pool A of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. As such, Match 13 proved to be thus far […]
Showdown looms in Pool A play of ECVA Men’s Championship
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 24, 2024: The race for the top spot in Pool A of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championship here at the YMCA Sports Complex, remains a tight one. This, as Antigua and Barbuda, as well as Grenada, remain the teams to stay perfect in that […]
Double wins for Dominica and St. Lucia in Pool B
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 24 2024: Dominica and St. Lucia have taken the lead in Pool B of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. This as both have recorded two wins to stay as the unbeaten outfits in Pool B. Dominica beat Anguilla […]
Grenada and Antigua and Barbuda start Pool A with wins
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 23, 2024: Grenada and Antigua and Barbuda ticked the boxes sufficiently, thus earned wins in Pool A of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championship here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Grenada had a 3-1 (19-25, 25-22, 25-20, 26-24) win over a shorthand Bermuda, while Antigua […]
Ten men’s teams pursue ECVA gold and Continental glory
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 23, 2024: Ten teams stashed into two pools are chasing after the gold medal and a place in the Continental Championships, in the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. In Pool A are Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, Bermuda, British Virgin […]
Abercrombie Keeps Win Streak Alive With Third-Set Comeback
MESA, Arizona, October 26, 2024.- Over the first three weeks of the 2024 Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball season, opposite Brittany Abercrombie has been the only player in the league who has not endured the feeling of a match loss. Heading into the third set of Friday night’s encounter with Team Member-Meneh, it appeared that nine-match win streak […]
Team De La Cruz-Mejía Outlasts Team Hentz in Wild Week Four Opener
MESA, Arizona, October 25, 2024. – Week Four of the 2024 Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball season started off with plenty of flair as Team De La Cruz-Mejía held on for a thrilling 85-81 victory against Team Hentz on Friday night at Arizona Athletic Grounds. Team De La Cruz-Mejía opens the penultimate week of the season with […]
Caribes, Changos, and Mets Win in LVSM Quarterfinal Action
SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, October 25, 2024.- The Caribes de San Sebastián kicked off the quarterfinals of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) on the right foot, hosting the Gigantes de Carolina at the Luis Aymat Cardona court, and winning in straight sets, 25-19, 25-20, and 25-17. The defending champions, Caribes, dominated Carolina with 37 to […]
In a 5-Set Drama, Plataneros Claim First Victory Over Cafeteros
YAUCO, Puerto Rico, October 24, 2024.- The Cafeteros of Yauco and the Plataneros of Corozal delivered a true thriller in the start of the quarterfinals of Puerto Rico’s Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) in Group D, taking the match to a sudden-death set, where Plataneros secured the victory. The match took place at Raúl “Pipote” […]
Karch Kiraly to Coach U.S. Men’s National Team
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 24, 2024) – USA Volleyball is pleased to announce that Karch Kiraly will transition to head coach of the U.S. Men’s National Team for the 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Quadrennial. Kiraly transfers to the post with the current coach, John Speraw, having been named USA Volleyball’s president and CEO on October 1. […]
Mets and Changos Start Strong in the LVSM Quarterfinals
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, October 23, 2024.- The Mets of Guaynabo kicked off the quarterfinals of the Puerto Rican Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) with a victory in Group A, defeating the Indios of Mayagüez in four sets at the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum. The scores were 27-29, 25-20, 25-20, and 25-12. Guaynabo showed its superiority […]
St Lucia’s Kerin Neptune is ECVA Senior Women’s MVP
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 22, 2024: St Lucia’s Kerin Neptune was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Women’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Neptune, who helped her team win the championships, was also named one of two Best Outside Hitters. She shared […]
St Lucia bosses ECVA Women’s title in style
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 22, 2024: In dominating style, St Lucia stopped Bermuda in their tracks to take the gold medal in the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Women’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. St Lucia, winners of the title in 2022, maintained their hold on the top spot, […]
The race for the LVSM Championship with the Quarterfinals begins tonight
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 23, 2024. – The quarterfinal series of the Puerto Rico Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) kicks off tonight, with the 8 qualified teams divided into four series. SERIES A: METS DE GUAYNABO VS. INDIOS DE MAYAGÜEZ The Mets de Guaynabo (15-5, 45 points), leaders of the metro section, begin their quarterfinal […]
Grenada earns Bronze over Antigua and Barbuda
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 22, 2024: With a display of consistency, team spirit and sticking to the fundamentals Grenada stitched together a solid performance to beat Antigua and Barbuda and most importantly take the bronze in the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Women’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Grenada […]
Bermuda and St Lucia chase gold medal glory
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 21, 2024: Bermuda and St Lucia will play in the gold medal match of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Women’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Additionally, apart from being crowned champion, the gold medallist will get a chance to represent the ECVA at the […]
Team Abercrombie Wins Golden Set Thriller Over Team De La Cruz-Mejía
MESA, Arizona, October 21, 2024. – After Team Abercrombie and Team De La Cruz-Mejía closed Week Two with an exciting result, it wouldn’t have been a surprise if the two squads fashioned another match to remember in Monday night’s Week Three finale. Not only did the two teams deliver in the rematch, but they sent the […]
Team Member-Meneh Holds on to Sweep Team Drews in 76-59 Victory
MESA, Arizona, October 21, 2024.- Team Member-Meneh built a commanding lead in the first two sets and withstood a third-set rally from Team Drews to secure a 76-59 victory in the opening match of Monday night’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball doubleheader at Arizona Athletic Grounds. Team Member-Meneh closes Week Three at 1-2 with the three-set […]
Grenada and St Lucia chalk up Wins on Day Four
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 21, 2024: Grenada and St Lucia, both were in winners’ row during the morning session, on day four of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Women’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. However, their wins were in contrasting styles, as Grenada was taken the distance by […]
Beltrán is the MVP in Week Twelve of the LVSM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 21, 2024. – Luis “Luismi” Beltrán, player of the Gigantes de Carolina, was selected as the Most Valuable Player and Best Libero in Week #12 of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) of Puerto Rico. In this week, the last of the tournament, Beltrán, a graduate of Purdue University Fort […]
Team Abercrombie Outlasts Team Member-Meneh, 73-71
MESA, Arizona, October 20, 2024. – Led by middle blocker Molly McCage, Team Abercrombie outlasted Team Member-Meneh to claim a 73-71 verdict in a back-and-forth contest in the finale of Sunday’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball doubleheader at Arizona Athletic Grounds. With the result, Team Abercrombie moves to 2-0, while Team Member-Meneh sinks to 0-2 in Week Three. […]
Efficient Hitting Guides Team De La Cruz-Mejía to Victory over Team Drews, 66-64
MESA, Arizona, October 20, 2024. – A trio of players finished with double-digit kills as Team De La Cruz-Mejía fended off a third-set push from Team Drews for a 66-64 Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball victory on Sunday afternoon at Arizona Athletic Grounds. Team De La Cruz-Mejía stays perfect in Week Three at 2-0, while Team Drews […]
Team Effort Propels Abercrombie Past Team Drews
MESA, Arizona, October 18, 2024.- Team Abercrombie used strong performances from opposite Brittany Abercrombie, libero Morgan Hentz, setter Alisha Childress and outside hitter Temi Thomas-Ailara to move past Team Drews, 75-68, in the second match of Friday night’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball doubleheader at Arizona Athletic Grounds. Team Abercrombie moves to 1-0 after winning its Week Three opener, while Team Drews slides to […]
Caribes, Mets, and Gigantes de Carolina Finish the Regular Season on a High Note in the LVSM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 20, 2024.- In an exciting Sunday action of the Superior Men’s Voleibol League (LVSM) of Puerto Rico, the Caribes de San Sebastián, Mets de Guaynabo, and Gigantes de Carolina wrapped up the regular season with convincing victories in their respective matchups, setting high expectations for the postseason series. At the Raúl […]
Bermuda marches on beating Antigua and Barbuda
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 20, 2024: Bermuda shut out the cacophony of noise and the shenanigans and focused on what was before them on the court, to beat Antigua and Barbuda 3-1(25-20, 25-23, 21-25, 25-16) in the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Women’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. In […]
Grenada earns first win
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 20, 2024: A rejuvenated Grenada team was in a no -nonsense mood when they faced off against Anguilla in match nine of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Women’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Bent on making amends for their two previous defeats, Grenada was […]
Antigua and Barbuda maintain winning ways
ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 20, 2024. Antigua and Barbuda extended their unbeaten run, but not without a bump on the way in the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Women’s Tournament here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Facing the ever- improving St Maarten team, the Antiguans had to dig deep at times to […]
Postseason Positions Set for the LVSM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 21, 2024.- The final positions for the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) of Puerto Rico have been determined for the Quarterfinals, which begin on Wednesday, October 23. The Quarterfinals will feature the 8 teams that qualified from the Regular Series, divided into four exciting matchups. Series A will consist of the […]
Amy Ozee/Kaylee Glagau from Canada win Women’s Gold
PUERTO CORTÉS, Honduras, October 20, 2024.- Amy Ozee and Kaylee Glagau from Canada claimed the gold medal at the sixth stop of the NORCECA Tour in Puerto Cortés, Honduras, defeating USA duo Katie Lindstrom and Tifanny Svenssohn 2-1 (21-19, 16-21, 15-12). It was an exciting final, with Lindstrom playing spectacularly in defense, but Glagau’s offense […]
Mora/López from Nicaragua win men’s gold medal
PUERTO CORTÉS, Honduras, October 20, 2024. – Rubén Mora and Dany López of Nicaragua made history by claiming the gold medal at the sixth stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, defeating Lev Priima/David Wieczoreck of the United States 2-0 (21-18, 21-16). This was Mora’s second gold medal, the first was in Punta Cana, Dominican […]
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