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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT VOLLEYBALL AND BEACH VOLLEYBALL AT PARIS 2024!

Get ready for the sporting action starting on Saturday! Olympic volleyball and beach volleyball action at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 starts on 27 July Here is everything you need to know ahead of catching all the action You will find all the information on the venues, the formulas, the teams and the schedules for […]

Canada retains Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup title

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 21, 2024.- Canada defeated the United States 3-1 (26-24, 26-24, 26-28, 25-19), in the gold medal match retaining their title in the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup that ended on Sunday at the “Ricardo Arias” National Volleyball Pavilion. The United States had a better performance in attacks 54-50 and in […]

Puerto Rico wins Bronze in the XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 21, 2024.- Puerto Rico defeated Cuba 3-1 (28-26, 25-17, 16-25, 25-22) to win the bronze medal in the XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup, an event that concluded on Sunday at the National Volleyball Pavilion of the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center. The Puerto Ricans dominated in attacks 44-42 and […]

Dominican Republic takes fifth place in Men’s Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 21, 2024.- Dominican Republic beat the Colombia 3-0 (25-22, 25-19, 26-24) in straight sets to take fifth place of the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup that concluded this Sunday at the “Ricardo Arias” National Volleyball Pavilion. The Dominican Republic was more dominant in attacks 46-34 and in serves 3-1, while […]

Nisaan Martínez of Belize Named Most Valuable Player in AFECAVOL U21 Women’s Championship

BELIZE CITY, Belize, July 20, 2024. – Nisaan Martínez, opposite hitter from Belize, was named the Most Valuable Player of the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship of AFECAVOL, which concluded at the Belize Civic Center. Nisaan Martínez was a key player in Belize’s historic achievement of winning their first gold medal in an AFECAVOL […]

Historic Gold for Belize in the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship

Belize City, Belize, July 20, 2024. – Belize claimed the crown of the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship in perfect fashion by defeating Guatemala 3-0 (25-17, 25-18, 25-18) in the event’s final match. They concluded the competition with four victories and no defeats, without losing a single set on their way to glory. This […]

Canada will defend its title against the United States in the Final of the Men’s Volleyball Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 20, 2024.- The Canadian National Team defeated its counterpart from Puerto Rico with a score of 3-1 (25-16,25-22, 23-25, 25-21) to advance to the Final and defend their title in the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup that is being played at the National Volleyball Pavilion of the Juan Pablo Duarte […]

Nicaragua ends the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship with a Win, Awaiting Medal Color

Belize City, Belize, July 20, 2024.- Nicaragua closed with a solid victory over Honduras, 3-0 (25-4, 25-12, 25-10), concluding their participation in the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship of AFECAVOL. They are now awaiting the result between Belize and Guatemala at the end of the day to determine the color of their medal. Nicaragua’s […]

United States advances to the Grand Final of the Men’s Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 20, 2024.- In a battle that extended to a maximum of five sets, the United States managed to defeat Cuba in their Semifinal match with a score of 3-2 (25-15, 23-25, 25-23, 24-26, 15-11) to place themselves in the Final of the XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup at the […]

Chile surpasses Mexico and takes seventh place

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 20, 2024.- Chile beat Mexico in straight sets 3-0 (25-22, 25-20, 25-18) to claim seventh place in this XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup that It took place in the National Volleyball Pavilion of the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center. The Chileans were superior in attacks 44-40 and in blocks […]

Peru finished in ninth place in the Men’s Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 20, 2024.- The Peruvian team defeated Guatemala this Saturday 3-1 (25-19, 25-15, 20-25, 25-23) in the match that defined the 9th and 10th positions of the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup at the “Ricardo Arias” Volleyball Pavilion. The Peruvians were better in attacks 49-47, in blocks 9-6 and in serves […]

Belize Remains Undefeated and in Read of the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship

Belize City, Belize, July 19, 2024.- With a solid 3-0 victory (25-11, 25-14, 25-14) over El Salvador, Belize remains an unbeaten record at the 20th AFECAVOL Central American U21 Women’s Championship and is now on the verge of winning the title with one match remaining in the event. Belize has a record of three wins […]

Guatemala Continues in the fight for Medals in the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship

Belize City, Belize, July 19, 2024.- Guatemala earned a comfortable victory over Honduras 3-0 (25-14, 25-8, 25-13), keeping them in the running for medals in the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship. With one match remaining, Guatemala has secured their place on the podium with a record of 2-1 in wins and losses. Their upcoming […]

Manaia Ogbechie MVP at 2024 Girls U19 NORCECA

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, 10 de julio de 2024.- Manaia Ogbechie of the United States was named the Most Valuable Player MVP of the 2024 Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship that ended on Friday at Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Middle blocker Manaia Ogbechie helped the United States to win their ninth gold medal in the history of […]

United States Claim 2024 Girls’ U19 NORCECA Title

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, July 19, 2024.- United States won the title 2024 Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship after beating Canada 3-1 (25-17, 20-25, 26-24, 25-14) in the gold medal match on Friday at the Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. United States finished the tournament with a perfect 5-0 record, earning their ninth NORCECA title in […]

United States reaches the Men’s Pan American Cup Semifinals

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 19, 2024.- United States advanced this Friday to the Semifinals of the XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup, an event that takes place in the “Ricardo Arias” Volleyball Pavilion, beating the Dominican Republic in straight sets 3-0 (25-19, 25-21, 25-20). The Americans were dominant in attacks 45-33, in blocks 6-1 […]

Puerto Rico Wins Bronze at Girls U19 NORCECA

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, July 19, 2024.- Puerto Rico won the Bronze Medal at the 2024 Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship by defeating Mexico 3-0 (25-19, 25-23, 25-23) on Friday at the Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. This is the fourth bronze medal for Puerto Rico in the history of the event (2002, 2006, 2010). Puerto […]

Puerto Rico defeats Colombia and advances Men’s Pan Am Cup Semis

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 19, 2024.- Puerto Rico defeated Colombia in their Quarterfinal match 3-0 (26-24, 25-13, 25-20) to place themselves in the Semifinals of the XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup at the National Volleyball Pavilion of the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center. Puerto Rico dominated in attacks 38-32, in blocks 7-6 and […]

Dominican Republic takes Fifth Place at NORCECA U19

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, July 19, 2024.- Dominican Republic took fifth place at the Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship with a solid 3-0 (25-13, 25-14, 25-13) victory over Costa Rica on Friday at the Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Dominican Republic finished the event with four wins and two losses, while Costa Rica had two wins […]

Chile defeats Guatemala in the Men’s Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 19, 2024.- In Friday’s first match, Chile easily defeated Guatemala 3-0 (25-16, 25-20, 25- 22), in the XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup that is being played in the “Ricardo Arias” Volleyball Pavilion. In blocks, both teams tied at 7, while Chile dominated in attacks 40-37 and in serves 6-3. […]

Cuba Finish Seventh at NORCECA U19

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, July 19, 2024.- Cuba defeated the hosts Honduras 3-0 (25-23, 29-27, 25-23) to finish in seventh place at the Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship at the Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa. Cuba finished the tournament with a 1-4 record for seventh place, while Honduras ended with a 0-5 record in eighth place. Honduras […]

United States beats Puerto Rico to reach the Gold Medal Match

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, July 18, 2024.- United States beat Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-21, 25-22, 25-16) on Thursday to advance to the gold medal match of the 2024 Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship at the Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. United States will seek their ninth gold medal in this age-group when they face Canada on […]

El Salvador Achieves its First Victory in the XX Central American U21 Women’s Championship

Belize City, Belize, July 18, 2024. – El Salvador defeated Honduras 3-0 (25-16, 25-22, 25-16), securing their first victory in the closing match of the third day in the XX Central American U21 Women’s Championship. El Salvador’s record is now 1-2 in wins and losses, with only one match left to play this Friday against […]

Cuba advances to Semifinals after beating Dominican Republic in the Men’s Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 19, 2024.- Cuba defeated Dominican Republic 3-1 (25-18, 23-25, 25-23, 25-13) on Thursday and finish the preliminary round without defeats to claim first place in Group B at Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup that is held at the “Ricardo Arias” National Volleyball Pavilion. Cuba was dominant in all aspects over […]

A Spectacular Five-Set Win puts Canada in the Gold Medal Match

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, July 18, 2024.- Canada advanced to the gold medal match of the Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship after a spectacular five-set semifinal victory, 3-2 (25-19, 7-25, 24-26, 25-21, 15-11) over Mexico at the Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Canada will play in the final match on Saturday at 6:00 pm against the […]

Costa Rica dominates Cuba and will play for fifth place in NORCECA U19

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, July 18, 2024.- Costa Rica recovered from losing the first set to beat Cuba 3-1 (19-25, 25-18, 25-21, 25-19) and will play for fifth place in the Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship at the Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. On Friday at 2:00pm, Costa Rica will face the Dominican Republic for fifth […]

Nicaragua Restores Medal Hopes in the XX Central American U21 Women’s Championship

Belize City, Belize, July 18, 2024. – Nicaragua achieved an important victory over Guatemala in five intense sets, winning 3-2 (21-25, 25-18, 20-25, 25-16, and 15-8). This triumph revitalized their chances of winning a medal in the XX Central American U21 Women’s Championship of AFECAVOL. Nicaragua’s record now stands at 2-1 in wins and losses, […]

Canada finishes the preliminary round undefeated

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 18, 2024.- Defending champion Canada  finished the preliminary round undefeated with a victory against Chile 3-0 (25-19, 25-19, 26 -24) on Thursday in the XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup. Canada led in kills 37-25 and in blocks 10-4. Both teams scored 4 aces. Canada’s leading scorer was Daenan Gyimah […]

Dominican Republic will play for fifth place at NORCECA U19

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, July 18, 2024.- Dominican Republic defeated the host country Honduras 3-0 (25-18, 25-19, 25-11) and will play for fifth place in the Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship at the Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa. Dominican Republic will play for positions 5-6 on Friday at 2:00pm against the winner between Cuba and Costa Rica. […]

Colombia defeats Peru in Men’s Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 18, 2024.- Colombia defeated Peru 3-1 (25-20, 22-25, 25-22, 25-16) to finish the preliminary round with a record of 3-1 in the XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup that is being played in the National Volleyball Pavilion of the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center. Colombia was dominant 56-44 in attacks, […]

Puerto Rico closes preliminary round with victory against Mexico

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 18, 2024.- Puerto Rico defeated Mexico  in three straight sets 3-0 (25-17, 25-22, 25-16), in the continuation of the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in the “Ricardo Arias” Volleyball Pavilion. Both teams finished the preliminary round with a record of one win and three losses. In today’s match Puerto Rico […]

Dominican Republic falls to Colombia in Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 17, 2024.-In a highly contested match, which made the audience vibrate, Colombia dominated the host team Dominican Republic 3-1 (25-18, 28-26, 25-27, 29-27), in this 17th edition of the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup that takes place in the National Volleyball Pavilion of the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center. Colombia […]

Belize with strong performance in the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship

Belize City, Belize, July 17, 2024.- In a one-sided match, Belize defeated Honduras 3-0 (25-17, 25-16, 25-13), to maintain their strong performance with two victories and zero  losses in the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship.  For Honduras, it was their first setback of the event, as they did not play on the first day.  […]

Nicaragua earns its first victory in the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship

Belize City, Belize, July 17, 2024.- Nicaragua earned a comfortable victory over El Salvador 3-0 (25-7, 28-8, 25-13), in the first match of the second day of the 20th Central American U21 Women’s Championship of AFECAVOL.  With the win, Nicaragua stands with one win and one loss, while El Salvador has two losses without any […]

Puerto Rico came out on Top Dominican Republic in Quarterfinals

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, July 17, 2024. – Puerto Rico defeated Dominican Republic 3-0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-21) in quarterfinals to advance to the Girls U19 NORCECA Continental Championship semifinals being held at the Jorge Galeano Gymnasium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Puerto Rico will know their opponent in semifinals depending on the result of the other quarterfinal match between […]

United States Beats Chile in Straight Sets in Men’s Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 17, 2024.- United States beat Chile in  straight sets 3-0 (25-23, 25-14, 25-15) in the continuation of the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup that is held in the “Ricardo Arias” Volleyball Pavilion. The United States won in attacks 36-28, in blocks 10-2 and in serves 4-2. Brett Wildman led the […]

Cuba remains undefeated in the Men’s Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 17, 2024.- Cuba continued its victorious path defeating Guatemala in straight sets 3 -0 (25-11, 25-20, 25-20), who finished the preliminary round without victory (0-4), on Wednesday in the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup that’s being  played at the National Volleyball Pavilion of the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center. Cuba […]

Canada achieves third victory, beating Mexico

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 17, 2024.- Canada had no difficulties in defeatingMexico in straight sets 3-0 (25-15, 25-19, 25-20), in the first match of day four of the XVII Pan American Men’sVolleyball Cup in the “Ricardo Arias” Pavilion. The Canadians were far superior every skill, in attacks 36-25, in blocks 9-5 and in serves […]

United States defeats Puerto Rico in  an exciting match

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 14, 2024.- In a match that was full of emotions, the United States defeated Puerto Rico 3-1 (25-21, 25-18, 29-31, 25 -18), to achieve its first victory in the 27th edition of the Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup, an event that takes place in the “Ricardo Arias” Pavilion of the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center.

Coaches reveal expectations for the XVII Men’s Pan American Cup

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, July 13, 2024.- The ten coaches participating in the XVII Pan American Men’s Volleyball Cup commented on their expectations during the preliminary meeting before starting to compete on Sunday in the “Ricardo Arias” National Volleyball Pavilion of the Juan Olympic Center Pablo Duarte.

Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz Re-elected as President of NORCECA

PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, July 7, 2024.- During the last day of sessions of the 27th NORCECA Congress, Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz was re-elected as the President of the North, Central America, and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation NORCECA. This re-election underscores the confidence and respect he commands within the regional volleyball organization.

27th NORCECA Congress Opens in Punta Cana

PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, July 6, 2024.- The first day of sessions of 27th NORCECA Congress brought together the 41 affiliated National Volleyball Federations from North, Central America, and the Caribbean. The NORCECA Congress sets the stage for shaping the future of volleyball in the region, encompassing both volleyball and beach volleyball disciplines.

NORCECA Executive Committee and Board of Administration Extraordinary Meeting: Charting a New Course

PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, July 5, 2024.- In a significant event for the North, Central America, and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation NORCECA convened its Executive Committee and Board of Administration for an extraordinary meeting on the eve (July 6-7) of to the 27th NORCECA Congress in Punta Cana. This session marked a pivotal moment as new members […]

Brayelín Martínez guides Dominican Republic to gold medal at NORCECA Final Six

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, June 30, 2024.- Led by a great offensive attack by Brayelin Martínez, the Dominican Republic defeated the United States in a close match that extended to a maximum of five sets with a score of 3-2 (25 -15, 17-25, 23-25, 25-16, 15-11) to win the gold medal in the fourth edition of the NORCECA Final Six Women’s Volleyball that took place at the “Ricardo Arias” National Volleyball Pavilion of the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center.

Dominican Republic Reaches NORCECA Final Six Final

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, June 29, 2024. – The Dominican Republic defeated Mexico in the semifinal match 3-0 (25-22, 25-14, 25-22) to secure their place in the final of the 2024 NORCECA Final Six, taking place at the National Volleyball Pavilion at the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The top […]

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