June 20, 2025. – Canada delivered one of its strongest performances so far in the 2025 Women’s VNL, but couldn’t overcome Brazil’s powerful blocking game, falling 0-3 (20-25, 23-25, 23-25) in a tightly contested match at Istanbul’s Sinan Erdem Dome, with over 2,000 spectators in attendance. Despite the straight-set loss, Giovanni Guidetti’s squad showed character, […]
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Central American Teams and Canada-1 Off to Winning Start at Women’s NORCECA U23 in Cayman Islands
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 20, 2025. – Women’s duos from El Salvador, Costa Rica, and Guatemala along with Canada-1 enjoyed a perfect start at the 2025 NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour, each securing two victories on opening day at the picturesque Seven Mile Beach in the Cayman Islands. El Salvador’s Karla Tovar and […]
Iconic Seven Mile Beach Shines as Host of 2025 CAZOVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship in Cayman Islands
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 20, 2025.– The Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) hosted a dynamic one-day Under-21 Beach Volleyball Championship on June 19, on the beautiful sands of Seven Mile Beach, bringing together top youth teams from across the region in a vibrant competing atmosphere. The event served as a qualifier for the […]
Seven Men’s Teams Go Undefeated on Opening Day of NORCECA U23 at Seven Mile Beach
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 20, 2025. – Seven men’s duos were off to an undefeated start on the opening day of the 2025 NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour at the stunning Seven Mile Beach. Both Canadian pairs, the U.S. team, St. Kitts and Nevis and all three Central American duos, each delivered dominant […]
Intense Day at Women’s VNL: Dominicans Win, USA and Canada Fall
June 19, 2025. – An intense day of action unfolded Thursday during Week 2 of the Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL). The Dominican Republic earned a commanding win over Belgium, the United States started strong against Poland but couldn’t hold on, and Canada fell in straight sets to a dominant Türkiye. Dominican Republic overpowers Belgium […]
Costa Rica’s Araya and Varela Lead U23 NORCECA Tour in Cayman Islands Stage
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 19, 2025.– After claiming gold in the opening stop of the 2025 NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour, Costa Rica’s Julián Araya and Jhostin Varela arrive in the Cayman Islands as the team to watch for the second leg of the tour, which will take place from June 20 to […]
Cayman’s Delapenha and Ebanks Capture CAZOVA U21 Women’s Beach Volleyball Gold at Home
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 19, 2025. – In a thrilling display of skill and resilience on home sand, Brianna Delapenha and Luna Ebanks clinched the women’s gold medal at the inaugural CAZOVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship. The Cayman Islands duo edged out Barbados’ Destiny Layne and Sierra Rayside in a hard-fought three-set final, […]
Barbados’ Williams and Taylor Crowned CAZOVA U21 Men’s Beach Volleyball Champions
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 19, 2025. – Nkoya Williams and Aaron Taylor of Barbados claimed the men’s gold medal at the inaugural CAZOVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship, prevailing in the final over Cayman Islands’ Stephen Watson and Dylan Lynee. Williams/Taylor bounced back after dropping the first set, winning the second and then sealing […]
Panam Sports Confirms Indoor and Beach Volleyball for the Lima 2027 Pan American Games
SANTIAGO, CHILE, June 19, 2025 .– With just over two years to go until the start of the 20th Pan American Games, Panam Sports has officially announced the 36 sports that will be included in the Lima 2027 Sports Program. Among the confirmed disciplines are Indoor Volleyball and Beach Volleyball, both of which have gained […]
USA Wins; Canada and Dominican Republic Fall in Week 2 VNL Opener
June 18, 2025.– The United States kicked off the second week of the Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) with a valuable victory over host Serbia in Belgrade. Meanwhile, in Istanbul, the Dominican Republic put up a strong fight but fell in straight sets to Türkiye, while Canada played a thrilling match that ended in a […]
NORCECA and the Cuban Volleyball Federation Strengthen Regional Cooperation
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, June 18, 2025.- A productive working meeting was held this week at the headquarters of the North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation NORCECA between the new leadership of the Cuban Volleyball Federation (FCV) and NORCECA President Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz. The Cuban delegation was led by MSc. Osvaldo Idel Martínez Arias, President […]
Inaugural CAZOVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship Begins at Seven Mile Beach
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 16, 2025.– The inaugural Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-21 Beach Volleyball Championship is set to take place on June 19 at the iconic Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman. This one-day tournament will feature 12 teams representing Barbados, Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and the U.S. Virgin […]
Top Young Talent Ready to Compete at U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 18, 2025. – Volleyball excitement is building in Kingston as the city prepares to host the NORCECA U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup from June 24 to 28 at Queen’s University’s Athletics & Recreation Centre. Seven national teams from the Americas will take the court in pursuit of the Pan American crown, following […]
Seven Mile Beach Set for Double Dose of International Beach Volleyball
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 17, 2025. – The famous shores of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, are set to become the epicenter of regional beach volleyball this week, as two important international competitions take place back-to-back. Kicking off the action on June 19 is the CAZOVA Under-21 Beach Volleyball Championship, […]
United States and Canada Close Week 1 with Victories
June 15, 2025. – The United States and Canada wrapped up the first week of the 2025 Men’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) with victories. The U.S. defeated Cuba, while Canada swept Bulgaria. USA Survives Four-Set Battle Against Cuba in Rio In a match filled with intensity and momentum swings, the U.S. Men’s National Team secured […]
NORCECA Teams Fall to European Rivals
June 14, 2025. – Teams from NORCECA, the United States and Canada, were unable to overcome Slovenia and France, respectively. The U.S. lost 1-3 to Slovenia, while Canada came close to an epic comeback against France but ultimately fell in a tie-break. Canada Nearly Pulls Off Historic Comeback Team Canada came within reach of a […]
Luca Cristofani Returns to Puerto Rico to Support the Development of National Volleyball
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, June 14, 2025.- The Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV) is pleased to announce the return of renowned Italian coach Luca Cristofani to Puerto Rico. He will collaborate directly with both the women’s and men’s National Team programs. Cristofani, whose international career spans the highest levels of professional volleyball and national teams, will […]
Cuba Falls to Ukraine in Another Intense Tie-Break at the 2025 VNL
June 13, 2025. – The Caribbean team fought until the very end but couldn’t replicate the previous day’s feat. Cuba played its second consecutive five-set match in Rio de Janeiro, but this time fell short against a surprising Ukrainian squad, who edged out a hard-fought 3-2 victory (25-22, 20-25, 25-20, 17-25, 15-12). Cuba outperformed Ukraine […]
Big Wins for Cuba and the United States, Canada Lose Their Undefeated Record
June 12, 2025. – Cuba pulled off the surprise of the day by defeating Brazil at home in five sets. The United States came back from a 0-2 deficit to win in five sets against Iran, while Canada couldn’t hold on to a 2-1 lead and ended up falling 2-3 to Argentina. Cuba Finish Strong […]
Canada starts with a win, USA and Cuba lose their opening matches
June 11, 2025.- Host country Canada kicked off the first week of the Men’s VNL with an important victory, edging Germany 3-2. Meanwhile, the United States were upset by Ukraine in a straight-set loss, and Cuba began their campaign with a 1-3 defeat to Slovenia. Canada defeats Germany in five sets The first five-set match […]
Spectacular Coastal Venue Elevates 2025 ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championships in St. Kitts & Nevis
BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 9, 2025.- The 2025 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) U21 Beach Volleyball Championships came to a thrilling conclusion after three days of intense action, excitement, and competition on one of the most beautiful venues. Held from June 6 to 8 on the scenic shores of Saint Kitts and Nevis, […]
First Week of Women’s VNL Concludes: USA and Canada Secure Wins, Dominican Republic Falls
June 8, 2025 .- The first week of the 2025 Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) came to a close this Sunday. The United States claimed their first victory in Group 2, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Meanwhile, in Group 1, played at TD Place in Ottawa, Ontario, the host team ended the week with […]
St. Lucia’s Phillip and Ericka Crowned Undefeated ECVA U21 Women’s Champions
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts & Nevis, June 8, 2025.- St. Lucia’s Ericka Gaspard and Clio Phillip delivered a flawless performance at the ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship, capturing the women’s gold medal with an undefeated 5-0 record and without dropping a single set. In the final, Phillip and Ericka overpowered Antigua and Barbuda’s Jassania Joseph and […]
Dominica’s Mingo and Frederick Defend ECVA U21 Men’s Title with Back-to-Back Gold
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts & Nevis, June 8, 2025.- Dominica’s Mervin Mingo and Bill Frederick were crowned ECVA U21 Men’s Beach Volleyball Champions for the second year in a row, delivering a confident 2-0 win (21-17, 21-15) over St. Lucia’s Victor Rio and Peter Emmanuel in Sunday’s gold medal match at the scenic shores of Saint […]
FIVB and Qatar Foundation explore new opportunities for collaboration
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, June 8, 2025.- Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice Chairperson of Qatar Foundation and a member of the FIVB Volleyball Foundation Board, visited Volleyball House this week. During the visit, FIVB President Fabio Azevedo presented the FIVB Strategic Vision 2032 and shared the organisation’s plans for the future of volleyball […]
Tough Loss for Canada Against Japan in the VNL
June 7, 2025.– Canada suffered a tough defeat in the 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Pool 1, at TD Place in Ottawa, Ontario. The Canadian team, playing at home, lost 0-3 (24-26, 20-25, 19-25) to Japan. Their opposite and team captain, Kiera Van Ryk, was Canada’s top scorer with 11 points, one block, one ace, […]
Antigua, Anguilla, St. Lucia, and Dominica Reach Women’s Final Four at ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts & Nevis, June 7, 2025.- The duos of Jassania Joseph/Jaya Carr of Antigua and Barbuda, Deandra Fleming/Lavesha Richardson of Anguilla, St. Lucia’s Ericka Gaspard/Clio Phillip and Dominica’s Alyssa Bully/Joyan Pascal are the final four women’s teams at the 2025 ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship being held in St. Kitts and Nevis. Sunday’s […]
Dominica, St. Kitts & Nevis, Grenada, and St. Lucia Headed to ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball Men’s Semifinals
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts & Nevis, June 7, 2025.- Despite intermittent rain and strong winds, Defending champions Mervin Mingo/Bill Frederick of Dominica, Jedediah Pencheon/Vikash Sundar of St. Kitts and Nevis, Grenada’s Walcott Zerick/Kibose Hamilton, along with St. Lucia’s Victor Rio and Peter Emmanuel, emerged as the top four men’s teams of the 2025 ECVA U21 Beach […]
One month to go: get ready for first-ever World Volleyball Day
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, June 7, 2025.- 7 July 2025 marks a historic moment for our sport – the inaugural World Volleyball Day, and it is now just one month away! The date commemorates the first public demonstration of volleyball by William Morgan in 1895 and will annually serve as a global celebration of volleyball. The day […]
Dominicans win another thriller, USA dramatic third loss
June 6, 2025.- The first week of the Volleyball Nations League 2025 has been intense, but also successful for the Dominican Republic, which secured on Friday their second victory in three matches in the tournament, while the U.S. fell in dramatic five sets to Czechia in their third loss. Dominican Republic returns to winning ways One of […]
Anguilla Women Defend their ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball Title on Day One
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis, June 6, 2025.- Defending champions Deandra Fleming and Lavesha Richardson of Anguilla won Pool A defeating the local duo of Celina Alwani and Jontelle Hensley Philip and Roneika Gibson alongside Veronique Matthews of St. Vincent and the Grenadines on day one of the Women’s 2025 ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship […]
Defending Champs Dominica fall to St. Lucia in ECVA U21 Men Beach Opening Day
BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 6, 2025.- Dominica’s Mervin Mingo and Bill Frederick lost to Victor Rio and Peter Emmanuel of St. Lucia in a hard-fought 2-1 battle (17-21, 21-19, 15-12) in Pool A on opening day of the Men’s 2025 ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Victor Rio and […]
FIVB reaffirms commitment to building a better world through volleyball during Olympism365 Summit
LAUSSANNE, Switzerland, June 6, 2025.- At the inaugural Olympism365 Summit in Lausanne from 4 to 5 June, the FIVB stood at the heart of a transformative conversation on sport’s potential to drive sustainable development. Featured in the final plenary session, FIVB President Fabio Azevedo joined Olympic legend and changemaker Abhinav Bindra OLY on stage to […]
Marte excited to enjoy VNL 2025 through pregnancy
June 6, 2025.- Expecting her first baby, the Dominican captain will be with her team for as long as she can during the tournament. The Dominican Republic will count on an extra body on the court for at least their first matches in the Volleyball Nations League 2025 as team captain and veteran setter Niverka […]
ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship Kicks Off in Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 5, 2025.- The Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) U21 Beach Volleyball Championship is set to begin on Friday at the Marriott Beach, North Frigate Bay on the beautiful shores of Saint Kitts and Nevis. This prestigious tournament will showcase twenty-four talented young teams, twelve per gender, representing ten different countries […]
Men’s Superior Volleyball League Postpones Start to October 2025 in Compliance with FIVB
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, June 5, 2025 .- In a meeting held this evening between the Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV) and the eight franchise owners of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), it was unanimously agreed to postpone the start of the 2025 season to October 20, 2025. The decision was made to comply with […]
Canada, USA, and Dominican Republic Suffer Defeats in Women’s VNL
June 5, 2025.– All three NORCECA teams competing in the 2025 Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) had a tough second day. In Pool 1, host nation Canada fell 1-3 to the Netherlands, while the Dominican Republic lost 1-3 to Bulgaria. Meanwhile, in Pool 2, USA suffered their second consecutive defeat, this time a 0-3 loss […]
VNL 2025: Cuba look to power through the pack
June 5, 2025.- Simon leads, young stars mature, and momentum builds in Cuba’s 2025 campaign as they return for their third straight Volleyball Nations League season aiming to build on the progress of recent years. After back-to-back campaigns in 2023 and 2024, the team bring back familiar leaders and rising contributors, continuing to rely on […]
Dominican Republic comes from behind to claim victory in VNL opener, Canada starts with a victory, and USA falls in debut
June 4, 2025.- The Dominican Republic opened their 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) campaign with an exciting five-set comeback victory over reigning world champions Serbia in Pool 1, at TD Place in Ottawa, Ontario. Host Canada also secured a five-set win over Bulgaria to start strong at home. Meanwhile, in Pool 2, the United States […]
Volleyball Thrives in Haiti: Regional Tournaments Unite Hundreds of Youth Despite National Challenges
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti, June 3, 2025.- The Haitian Volleyball Federation has been in full activity organizing successful tournaments, thanks to the tireless efforts and remarkable dedication by regional organizers. In parts of the Northern Department, school tournaments began as early as December 2024. In 2025, hundreds of students continued to play volleyball, with championships held in […]
Manatí to Host the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Four: High-Level Volleyball at the Juan Aubin Cruz Coliseum
MANATÍ, Puerto Rico, June 3, 2025.- The Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV), led by President Dr. César Trabanco, has officially announced that the city of Manatí will host the prestigious 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Four tournament, scheduled to take place from July 18 to 20 at the Juan Aubin Cruz Abreu Coliseum. The event will […]
FIVB and FFVolley unite in Antibes to shape future of French volleyball
June 2, 2025.- The French Volleyball Federation (FFVolley) hosted its General Assembly this week in Nice led by FFvolley President Eric Tanguy. Joining the meeting was the FIVB delegation, led by the FIVB President Fabio Azevedo as well as the CEV President and FIVB 2nd Vice-President Roko Sikirić. This was part of an ongoing collaboration […]
Puerto Rico Unveils Senior Women’s Volleyball Pre-National Team
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, May 31, 2025. – In an event held at Cayo Caribe, The Outlets at Montehiedra, the Puerto Rico Senior Women’s National Volleyball Pre-Selection was officially presented under the leadership of Head Coach Juan C. Núñez and his staff, including assistant coach José Mieles. A group of athletes, made up of a […]
Puerto Rico Presents 2025 Men’s Senior National Volleyball Preliminary Roster
NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, May 30, 2025.- The Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation held the official presentation of the 2025 Men’s Senior National Volleyball Preliminary Roster, which will train to represent Puerto Rico in upcoming NORCECA and FIVB tournaments. Head coach of the senior national team, Jamille Torres, inspired the players with a motivational message: “I want […]
VNL 2025: Canada men bring journey full circle
May 28 2025.- A Canadian at the helm, a home opener and their rise mark a defining chapter for the men’s team at the 2025 Volleyball Nations League. The 2025 Volleyball Nations League arrives at a defining moment for the Canadian men’s national team. With three Olympic appearances in the past decade and a breakthrough […]
Stars in the making to shine at July’s Girls U19 World Champs
May 27, 2025.- The extended rosters of the 24 teams that will participate in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Girls’ U19 World Championship have now been released and the eager volleyball fans can already find out which rising stars of world volleyball are getting ready to hit the courts in Osijek, Croatia and Vrnjacka Banja, Serbia […]
FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U19 World Championship match schedule announced
May 27, 2025.- Defending 2023 U19 world champions and reigning 2024 U18 European champions France will play in one of the three opening games of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U19 World Championship set to take place from July 24 to August 3 in Uzbekistan’s capital Tashkent. The full match schedule for the pool stage […]
Americans Donley/Sherman Claim Gold at NORCECA U23 Tour in Juan Dolio
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 25, 2025 – The American duo of Emma Donley and Portia Sherman were crowned champions of the NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour after a commanding 2-0 (21-14, 21-12) victory over Canada’s Sophie Hancock and Emma Cudmore in the final, held at the sand courts of beautiful Juan Dolio beach. Donley/Sherman […]
Araya/Varela from Costa Rica Crowned Champions of the First Stage of the NORCECA U23 Tour
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 25, 2025.– Julián Araya and Jhostin Varela of Costa Rica were crowned champions of the first stage of the NORCECA U23 Tour, held on the spectacular beach of Juan Dolio, Dominican Republic. They clinched the title in a thrilling three-set match 2-1 (19-21, 21-18, 15-12) against Americans Gage Basey and […]
Dominican Republic, Canada, USA, and Nicaragua in Women’s Semifinals at NORCECA U23 Tour
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 24, 2025.- The Dominican duo of Crismil Paniagua and Yari Cleto, Canada’s Sophie Hancock and Emma Cudmore, USA’s Emma Donley and Portia Sherman, and Nicaragua’s Nahima Silva and Norma Brenes have all advanced to the women’s semifinals of the 2025 NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour, taking place on the beautiful […]
Dominican Republic, USA, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua Secure Spots in Men’s Semifinals at NORCECA U23 Tour in Juan Dolio
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 24, 2025.- The men’s teams of Ramón De Jesús/Rolvin Maldonado of Dominican Republic, USA’s Gage Basey/Thomas Hurst, Julián Araya/Jhostin Varela of Costa Rica and Josué Meneses/Jesy Umaña of Nicaragua secured their spots in the semifinals of the NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour, currently taking place on the sand courts set […]
VNL 2025: Canada embark on new mission with Empowerment and experience
May 23, 2025.- Empowered on the court and guided by veteran coach Giovanni Guidetti, Canada target a breakthrough season. Canada’s women’s volleyball team will open their 2025 Volleyball Nations League campaign on home soil in Ottawa, but the journey that brought them here was shaped long before the opening whistle. After years of building stability […]
Six Women’s Teams Undefeated on Opening Day of U23 Tour
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 23, 2025.- Six women’s pairs finished undefeated on the opening day of the NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour, which kicked off Friday at the beautiful Juan Dolio Beach in the Dominican Republic. In Pool A, the Canadian duo of Sophie Hancock and Emma Cudmore earned a win over Joanna Robinson […]
Men’s Competition Kicks Off Fiercely at U23 Tour in Juan Dolio
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 23, 2025.- The teams from Costa Rica, Canada, Nicaragua, the United States, and El Salvador had a strong start at the NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour in Juan Dolio, each closing the opening day of the men’s competition with two wins in as many matches. In Pool B, Costa Rica’s […]
28 Teams to Battle at NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour Opener
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 22, 2025.- The opening event of the 2025 NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour will feature 28 teams from 13 countries. The competition will take place from May 23 to 25 on the beautiful sand courts of Juan Dolio Beach, Dominican Republic. The NORCECA U23 Tour is a great opportunity to […]
Development Center in the Dominican Republic Announces New International Coaching Courses
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 22, 2025.- The NORCECA-FIVB Regional Volleyball Development Center in the Dominican Republic (CRDV), in coordination with the NORCECA Confederation and the FIVB, has opened registration for two important international coaching courses “in Spanish”, scheduled to take place in July and September 2025. The first course, the International Beach Volleyball Coaches […]
Pablo Guzmán, 2024 Finals MVP, Joins the Patriotas de Lares
SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, July 21, 2025.- The transfer of Pablo Guzmán to the Patriotas de Lares marks a new chapter in the journey of the two-time champions, Caribes de San Sebastián, in the Puerto Rican Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM). The transfer was confirmed by David Chaparro Pérez, Co-Owner and General Manager of the Caribes, […]
VNL 2025: Dominican Republic aim for next-level finish
May 21, 2025.- With veteran leadership and continued Empowerment support, the Dominican Republic squad aim to turn years of top-level consistency into their first Final Round appearance in the Volleyball Nations League. Dominican Republic have long been one of the most consistent forces in women’s volleyball, and since the launch of the VNL, they’ve remained […]
“Reinas del Caribe” and GBC Farmacias Renew Strategic Alliance for Second Consecutive Year
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 20, 2025 .- The Dominican Republic’s National Women’s Volleyball Teams Project and Grupo GBC Farmacias have announced the renewal of their strategic alliance for a second consecutive year. Through this agreement, GBC Farmacias remains the official sponsor of the “Reinas del Caribe” for all international competitions during the 2025 season, […]
2025 Volleyball Canada Men’s Team Revealed
May 20, 2025: Volleyball Canada has announced its Senior and Next Gen indoor men’s national teams for the 2025 season. The senior team will compete in Volleyball Nations League kicking off in Quebec City, Quebec – presented by Desjardins – on June 11 and then travel to the United States and Slovenia in hopes of qualifying for the finals, […]
Puerto Ricans Allanis Navas and María González Win Gold in Juan Dolio
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 18, 2025.- Puerto Ricans Allanis Navas and María González claimed the gold medal after defeating Mexico’s Susana Torres and Atenas Rodríguez in a thrilling match 2-0 (21-19, 21-19) in the second stage of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Continental Tour, held on the beach of Juan Dolio in the Dominican […]
Miguel Sarabia and Jorman Osuna of Mexico Champions of the Second Stage of the NORCECA Beach Tour
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 18, 2025.- The Mexican duo of Miguel Sarabia and Jorman Osuna claimed top honors in the second stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Tour after outlasting Americans Timothy Brewster and Ryan Ierna in a hard-fought three-set battle, 2-1 (21-19, 18-21, 15-12). The bronze medal went to fellow Mexicans Antonio Lares […]
Women’s Tandems of USA, Puerto Rico and Mexico Advance to Semifinals in Juan Dolio
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 17, 2025.- The duos of Corine Quiggle and Megan Rice from the United States, Allanis Navas and María González of Puerto Rico, and Mexico’s Susana Torres with Atenas Gutiérrez, along with Yeray Vidaurruzaga and María Ramírez, have all advanced to the semifinals of the second stage of the NORCECA Beach […]
United States, Nicaragua, and Mexico Reach Men’s Semifinals in Juan Dolio
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 17, 2025.- Teams from the United States, Nicaragua, and Mexico have secured their spots in the semifinals of the second stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, after claiming victory in their respective quarterfinal matches on Saturday. The event takes place on the sandy courts set up along the […]
USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Mexico Women’s Teams Unbeaten in Juan Dolio
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 16, 2025.- Women’s duos from the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Mexico remained undefeated on the first day of competition in the second stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour. Their performances showcased the high level of competition and talent present at the tournament, which […]
2025 FIVB Girls’ U19 World Champs match schedule released
May 16, 2025.- The excitement ahead of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Girls’ U19 World Championship set to get underway on July 2 is about to build up further with the announcement of the match schedule for the pool stage of the competition. Osijek in Croatia and Vrnjacka Banja in Serbia will host two pools each, running concurrently […]
Six Men’s Teams Undefeated in Second Phase of NORCECA Beach Volleyball Continental Tour
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 16, 2025.- Teams from the United States, Canada, Mexico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica remain undefeated in the preliminary round of the second stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Continental Tour. This highlights the strength and talent of these squads, who are giving it their all to advance […]
Dominican Volleyball Association in Puerto Rico Hosts Successful Independence Cup
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, May 16, 2025. – The Dominican Volleyball Association in Puerto Rico, which is part of the Dominican Volleyball Federation, recently held its second Independence Cup, an event that brought together six teams and celebrated the achievements of the Dominican community in Puerto Rico. The tournament took place at the Bayamón Military […]
Level 1 International Coaching Course Successfully Concludes in the Dominican Republic
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 16, 2025 – With strong international participation and a notable female presence, the Level 1 International Coaching Course successfully concluded in the Dominican Republic, held from May 6 to 10. The event was organized by the NORCECA–FIVB Regional Volleyball Development Center and brought together 38 coaches from Colombia, Panama, Puerto […]
FIVB launches landmark athlete career transition seminar: “Beyond the Court”
May 16, 2025.- In a landmark moment for the Global Volleyball Movement, the FIVB Athletes’ Commission with support from the FIVB has launched its first-ever athlete post-career seminar – “Beyond the Court”. This pioneering program is designed to guide volleyball and beach volleyball athletes as they transition from elite competition into post-professional-athlete careers. Taking place […]
Osvaldo Idel Martínez, Mireya Luis elected to lead Cuban Volleyball Federation
May 14, 2025.- Osvaldo Idel Martinez Arias and Mireya Luis Hernandez have been elected to lead the Cuban Volleyball Federation (FCV), following General Assembly held in Havana on May 9 to define the sport’s leadership for the 2025-2028 cycle. Osvaldo Idel Martinez Arias, a long-time coach and sport administrator, was elected President, while Mireya Luis, […]
36 Duos to Compete in the Second Stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in Juan Dolio
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 15, 2025.- A total of 36 duos from 19 different countries will compete in the second stage of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, set to take place from May 16 to 18 on the beautiful beach of Juan Dolio in the Dominican Republic. Undoubtedly, it will be an event […]
Men’s international stars set to reappear at VNL 2025
May 15, 2025.- Following an exciting season that culminated with the Paris Olympics in 2024, the biggest men’s international volleyball stars are ready to return to action with their national teams during the Volleyball Nations League 2025. The rosters of the 18 national teams that will take part in the seventh edition of the event […]
Puerto Rico Men’s Volleyball Superior League Ready for the 2025 Season
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, May 15, 2025. – The 2025 Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM) will kick off on June 6 with the participation of eight teams: Caribes de San Sebastián (defending champions), Mets de Guaynabo (runners-up), Plataneros de Corozal, Patriotas de Lares, Changos de Naranjito, Gigantes de Carolina, Gigantes de Adjuntas, and Cafeteros de […]
Top-caliber stars headline women’s VNL rosters
May 8, 2025.- A long line of international stars of the highest caliber headline their national team rosters for the upcoming edition of the women’s Volleyball Nations League 2025. As the 30-player team lists were finalized and published on the VNL competition website, a number of stellar names attract the fans’ attention in exciting anticipation […]
AFECAVOL Approves Final Four Events for FIVB Ranking, Confirms Host for U19 Women’s Championship and New Competition Formats
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, May 7, 2025.– In a productive virtual session, the Executive Committee of the Central American Volleyball Association (AFECAVOL) approved key measures to boost volleyball development in the region. Highlights include the official recognition of Final Four tournaments as ranking events for the FIVB World Ranking, the implementation of new competition formats, and confirms […]
FIVB marks 100 days of progress with second edition of Empowering the Global Volleyball Movement
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, May 7, 2025.- The FIVB is proud to present the second edition of its Empowering the Global Volleyball Movement leaflet, a report outlining the impressive progress made in growing the sport of volleyball and empowering its community worldwide. The second edition of Empowering the Global Volleyball Movement is now available here. It offers a […]
FIVB meets with Turkish Olympic Committee leadership, volleyball development headlines discussions
ISTANBUL, Türkiye, May 7, 2025.- The FIVB this week met with the leadership of the Turkish Olympic Committee (TOC) at its headquarters in Istanbul, following the country’s successful hosting of the European Volleyball Confederation (CEV) Champions League Volley 2025 Final Four Women on 3-4 May. The meeting focused on further strengthening volleyball development in Türkiye […]
International Level I Volleyball Coaching Course Kicks Off in the Dominican Republic
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, […]
UWI Women and JDF Men Crowned JaVA 2025 Club League Champions
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 […]
St. Lucia remains ECVA Men’s Beach Volleyball Champion
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 […]
St. Kitts and Nevis crowned queens in Senior ECVA Beach
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 Crowned New Champion in Puerto Rico’s LVSF
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 and Rice from the USA Crowned Champions of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in 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 […]
Blackout During Criollas de Caguas’ Trophy Ceremony: An Incident That Overshadowed Their Triumph
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 and Alayo Crowned Kings in Varadero Stage of the NORCECA Beach Circuit
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, and Puerto Rico Reach Men’s Semifinals in 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, […]
Women from Mexico, Cuba, and USA Reach Semifinals at NORCECA Beach Circuit in 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 […]
Defending Champions Cangrejeras Still Alive in the LVSF KIA Finals Series
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 […]
Exciting action on Day One of ECVA Senior Women’s Beach Championships
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 […]
Men’s Pool winners emerge from ECVA Beach Championships
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 […]
Several Women’s Pairs with Chances to Advance in NORCECA Beach Circuit
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 […]
Cuba and Nicaragua Men Remain Undefeated at Start of NORCECA Beach Tour
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 […]
Four Countries with the Best Podium Chances at Varadero NORCECA Tour
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, […]
Fourteen Women’s Duos in Varadero NORCECA Beach Circuit
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, […]
Eight countries chasing ECVA Senior Beach honours
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 […]
100 Days To Go: ASU 2025 Presents Its Medals
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 One Win Away from the LVSF Championship
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 […]
FIVB hosts delegation from Orlando to explore strategic collaboration ahead of LA28
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 & KIIT-KISS strengthen partnership to empower youth through volleyball
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 […]
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