PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, September 18, 2025. – The NORCECA Volleyball Confederation and its Beach Volleyball Department join the World Beach Clean-Up Day in support of the Ministry of Environment of the Dominican Republic. In commemoration of this global initiative, all participating teams of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball World Championship Qualification Tournament are invited to […]
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International Level 2 Volleyball Coaches Course Opens in Santo Domingo
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, September 18, 2025. – The NORCECA/FIVB Regional Volleyball Development Center officially opened an International Level 2 Volleyball Coaches Course, with the participation of 42 coaches from Argentina, Belize, Colombia, Peru, Puerto Rico, Panama, Guatemala, Mexico, Chile, El Salvador, and the Dominican Republic. The opening ceremony was attended by prominent sports authorities, […]
Mexico Keeps Perfect Record with Dominant Win over Cuba at Women’s Final Six
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 17, 2025. – Host nation Mexico kept their undefeated record intact with a commanding 3-0 (25-20, 25-10, 25-22) victory over Cuba at the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six at Unidad Deportiva López Mateos in Guadalajara. Mexico will face the United States on Thursday in a clash of undefeated teams (3-0). Cuba will go […]
Guatemala Crosses Paths with Panama in the VII AFECAVOL U23 Central American Championship
CHIRIQUÍ, Panama, September 17, 2025.– Defending champion Guatemala overcame a rough start to defeat Panama 3-1 (20-25, 25-13, 25-23, 25-20), earning their first victory in the highly competitive Pool A of the VII AFECAVOL U23 Men’s Central American Championship. Guatemala did not play on the tournament’s opening day but now adds an important win ahead […]
Puerto Rico Earns Second Win at NORCECA Women’s Final Six
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 17, 2025. – Puerto Rico swept Canada 3-0 (25-14, 25-12, 25-19) to capture their second victory at the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six in Guadalajara, Jalisco. Puerto Rico improved its record to 2-1, while Canada remains winless at 0-3. The top four teams will advance to the crossover semifinals. On day three […]
World Championship Qualifier Tournament to Be Held in Punta Cana
PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, September 17, 2025. – Punta Cana will host the NORCECA Qualifier Tournament for the 2025 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championship, taking place from September 19 to 21, where the best pairs from the region will compete to secure their spot at the world event. A total of twelve teams per gender […]
USA Continues Winning Streak at Women’s Final Six
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 17, 2025. – The United States continued its winning streak at the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six, defeating defending champions Dominican Republic 3-1 (25-12, 21-25, 25-20, 25-13) on Wednesday night at Unidad Deportiva López Mateos in Guadalajara. USA improves to 3-0 and sits atop the standings, while the Dominican Republic falls to […]
Nicaragua Secures Semifinal Spot at the AFECAVOL U23 Central American Championship
CHIRIQUÍ, Panama, September 17, 2025.– Nicaragua defeated El Salvador 3-1 (25-14, 25-18, 18-25, 25-18) to secure one of the two semifinal spots at the VII AFECAVOL U23 Central American Championship, improving their record to 2-0 in Pool B play. Nicaragua still has one match left against Costa Rica in the final day of pool play, […]
USA knock Cuba out of Men’s Volleyball World Championship
September 17, 2025.- The United States knocked Cuba out of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in the Philippines. In the last Pool D match in Pasay City on Wednesday, the Americans beat the Caribbeans in four sets and left them third in the final pool standings on a 1-2 win-loss record. Portugal, who […]
Canada loses against Türkiye and advance as pool runners-up
September 17, 2025.- Türkiye defeated Canada in the last game of the pool stage at the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in the Philippines and finished as the undefeated leader of the final Pool G standings. This Wednesday in Quezon City, the Turks defeated Canada in straight sets, who also advanced to the Round […]
Mexico Remains Undefeated with a Four-Set Win against Canada
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 16, 2025. – Mexico rallied after dropping the opening set to defeat Canada 3-1 (21-25, 25-11, 25-17, 25-20) and remain unbeaten at the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six at Unidad Deportiva López Mateos in Guadalajara. Mexico now stands at 2-0, while Canada falls to 0-2. On day three of the event, Mexico […]
Panama Passes First Test with Honors at AFECAVOL U23 Central American Championship
CHIRIQUÍ, Panama, September 16, 2025.– Panama earned an important victory against a tough Belize team, 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 27-25), in the stellar match of the day, which opened Pool A action at the VII AFECAVOL U23 Men’s Central American Championship. Panama capitalized on its advantage in blocking (9-3) and serving (8-1). Belize led in attack […]
Puerto Rico Earns First Win at Women’s Final Six
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 16, 2025. – Puerto Rico earned its first victory at the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six with a dominant 3-0 (25-16, 25-16, 25-22) sweep over defending champions Dominican Republic on Tuesday night at Unidad Deportiva López Mateos in Guadalajara. With the win, Puerto Rico evened its record to 1-1, while Dominican Republic […]
Comfortable Victory for Costa Rica in Their Debut at the VII AFECAVOL U23 Central American Men’s Championship
CHIRIQUÍ, Panama, September 16, 2025. – Costa Rica delivered a convincing performance, earning their first victory against El Salvador 3-0 (25-23, 25-18, 25-20) in Pool B action on the opening day of the VII AFECAVOL U23 Central American Men’s Championship. Costa Rica was consistent throughout the match, even though El Salvador stayed close on the […]
USA Beats Cuba in Five Sets to Move 2-0 at NORCECA Women’s Final Six
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 16, 2025. – The United States overcame a tough challenge from Cuba, earning a five-set victory 3-2 (25-20, 16-25, 25-18, 22-25, 15-10) to move to 2-0 at the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six, taking place at Unidad Deportiva López Mateos in Guadalajara, Jalisco. The match was a roller-coaster battle, featuring powerful swings […]
Nicaragua Rallies to Earn First Victory at AFECAVOL U23 Central American Championship
CHIRIQUÍ, Panama, September 16, 2025.– The Nicaraguan National Team came from behind to defeat Honduras in five sets (23-25, 22-25, 25-8, 25-12, 15-6), earning their first victory in Pool B action as the VII AFECAVOL U23 Central American Championship got underway. Honduras started strong by taking the first two sets against a Nicaraguan squad that […]
Mexico Starts Final Six with Dramatic Five-Set Win over Puerto Rico
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 15, 2025. – Mexico thrilled the home crowd by opening the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six with a dramatic 3-2 (25-20, 25-23, 23-25, 20-25, 15-8) victory over Puerto Rico on Monday night at Unidad Deportiva López Mateos in Guadalajara. The highly competitive round-robin tournament brings together the region’s top six teams, with […]
USA Dominates Canada with Blocking Power in their NORCECA Women’s Final Six Opening
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 15, 2025. – The United States delivered a blocking masterclass, outscoring Canada 14-1 at the net, to sweep their opening match of the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six 3-0 (25-13, 25-11, 25-20) at Unidad Deportiva López Mateos in Guadalajara, Jalisco. The round-robin tournament features the top six teams in the region, with […]
USA move on to Round of 16 after sweeping Portugal
September 15, 2025.- The United States became the fourth national team guaranteed in the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship on Monday, when they secured their second victory in the tournament’s Pool D at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, in Pasay City. With six points earned and no sets […]
Canada advance at Men’s Volleyball World Championship – Japan out of contention!
September 15, 2025.- Things cleared up in Pool G of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in the Philippines and revealed the shocking truth that big pool favorites Japan will have to pack up at the end of the first stage of the competition. Canada and Türkiye will be the two teams from this […]
Cuba earns first victory and stays alive at the Men’s Volleyball World Championship
September 15, 2025.- Cuba responded strongly to an unexpected first-round group stage defeat to Portugal and dominated Colombia on Monday to secure their first victory at the 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship and keep their hopes of advancing to the Round of 16 very much alive. The Caribbeans opened the fourth day of matches […]
Teams Ready for Battle at the VII Central American Men’s U23 Championship
CHIRIQUÍ, Panama, September 15, 2025.- With the presence of seven well-prepared squads and a new competition format, the battle for the title at the VII AFECAVOL Central American Men’s U23 Championship is shaping up to be a very exciting one as the event kicks off this September 16. The teams from Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, […]
ECVA Men’s and Women’s Final 4 Tournament 2025
ST. JOHNS Antigua & Barbuda, September 15, 2025. – The Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) is thrilled to announce the first edition of the highly anticipated 2025 ECVA Men’s and Women’s Final 4 Tournaments, taking place in the stunning twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda. This event will showcase the region’s top four volleyball talents […]
Dominican Republic Defeats Cuba in Straight Sets in NORCECA Women’s Final Six Opener
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 15, 2025. – The Dominican Republic opened the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six with a straight set 3-0 (25-16, 25-23, 25-21) victory over Cuba at Unidad Deportiva López Mateos in Guadalajara, Jalisco. The round-robin tournament features the top six teams in the region, with the four best-ranked squads advancing to crossover semifinals. […]
McKay-Dunn of Canada Shine with Gold in El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, September 14, 2025.- Alison McKay and Darby Dunn of Canada painted themselves with gold by winning the Gold Medal of the 8th stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Tour, held at the Flor Blanca beach stadium. A high-class final was played on Sunday afternoon on Court 1 of the Flor Blanca Beach […]
Mexico’s Sarabia/Osuna conquer the Gold in El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador. September 14, 2025.- Mexico’s number 1 pair, Sarabia/Osuna, conquered the Gold of the 8th stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Tour, held at the Flor Blanca beach stadium. Miguel Sarabia and Jorman Osuna defeated Canadians of Martin Licht and Luke de Greeff in the grand finale with scores of 21-15 and 21-13. […]
North Central Volleyball Association Holds Annual Meeting
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, September 13, 2025. – The North Central Volleyball Association (NCVA) held its annual meeting this Saturday, September 13, in Guadalajara, Mexico, on the occasion of the NORCECA Women’s Final Six tournament. The session was chaired by Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, President of NORCECA, and Mark Eckert, CEO of Volleyball Canada and President […]
Coaches Speak Ahead of the NORCECA Women’s Finals Six
GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, September 14, 2025.- Head Coaches from Canada, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the United States spoke ahead of the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six event running from September 15 to 21 in Guadalajara, Jalisco. Tournament ranking points for the 2026 NORCECA Continental Championship, which is the Olympic Qualifier, in addition to […]
Canada secures a team in the final; Costa Rica and Mexico for the other ticket
San Salvador, El Salvador. September 13, 2025. – The two Canadian teams qualified for the semifinals of the 8th stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Tour, held at the Flor Blanca beach stadium, thus ensuring one spot in the tournament final, while Costa Rica and Mexico will play the other semifinal for the second spot. […]
Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Canada and USA move into the Women’s Semifinals
San Salvador, El Salvador. September 13, 2025. – Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Canada and the United States qualified for the semifinals of the 8th stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Tour, held at Flor Blanca Beach Stadium. Venezuela’s Oriana Granadilla / Yonnielis Camacho advanced after mercilessly defeating Katherine Quesada / Eugenia Ramírez of Costa Rica with scores […]
Portugal stuns Cuba
September 13, 2025.- Portugal shocked Cuba with a victory in their debut at the 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship in the Philippines. In a Pool D match played in Pasay City on Saturday, the Europeans came back after losing the first set to celebrate their first World Championship win in nearly 23 years. With […]
Vernon-Evans returns and pushes Canada to avoid upset against Libya in their World Championship debut
September 13, 2025.- Playing his first match with the Canadian national team since the Tokyo Olympics four years ago, opposite Sharone Vernon-Evans made a difference and helped the North Americans avoid what would have been a major upset, scoring 22 points to lead them to victory in their 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship debut. […]
Captain Christenson leads USA to opening victory against debutants Colombia
September 13, 2025.- Back with the U.S. men’s national team after missing the Volleyball Nations League, captain Micah Christenson (Olympic medalist setter) guided the Americans to a solid victory in their first match of the 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship on Saturday in the Philippines. Led by their star setter, the Americans started their […]
Puerto Ricans González/Navas start the tournament in full force
San Salvador, El Salvador. September 12, 2025. – The Puerto Rican duo of María Claudia González and Allanis Navas started strong in their quest for a sixth consecutive title, on the first day of action of the 8th Stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour 2025, held at the Flor Blanca Beach Sports Stadium. The […]
Costa Rica and Nicaragua remain undefeated in the Men’s Division
San Salvador, El Salvador. September 12, 2025. – The pairs from Costa Rica, Julián Araya / Jhostin Varela, and Nicaragua, Rubén Mora / Dany López, started undefeated in the 8th stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, held at the Flor Blanca Beach Sports Stadium. The opening day was marked by very close duels […]
Guadalajara Ready to Host 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six
GUADALAJARA, Mexico, September 11, 2025. – Guadalajara, Jalisco, is set to welcome the 2025 NORCECA Women’s Final Six, scheduled for September 15–21 at the Unidad Deportiva López Mateos. This will be the fifth edition of the prestigious tournament, which serves as part of the qualification pathway for both the 2026 NORCECA Women’s Pan American Cup […]
Everything Ready for the 8th Stop of the NORCECA Tour in El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, September 11, 2025. – Everything is set for the start of the eighth stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, scheduled to take place September 12-14 at the Flor Blanca Beach Sports Stadium. Teams from twelve countries are officially registered, guaranteeing three days of high-level action for El Salvador’s fans. […]
7th AFECAVOL Men’s U3 Championship Introduces New Competition Format
CHIRIQUÍ, Panama, September 12, 2025.– The Seventh AFECAVOL Men’s U23 Central American Championship will take place from September 16 to 20 at the La Basita Gymnasium in the province of Chiriquí, Panama, featuring a brand-new competition format that includes a preliminary group stage. Until now, AFECAVOL tournaments in this category had been played in a […]
Eighth Stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour Heads to El Salvador
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, September 10, 2025.– The eighth stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour will take place September 12-14 at the Sand Sports Stadium of the Flor Blanca Sports Complex in San Salvador. This marks the third consecutive year that El Salvador hosts a stage of the prestigious continental circuit. For this edition, […]
Maria Gonzalez and Allanis Navas Claim Fifth Consecutive Gold
ZAPOPAN, Jalisco, September 7, 2025. – Puerto Rico’s Maria Gonzalez and Allanis Navas claimed their fifth straight gold medal of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, rallying to defeat USA’s Michelle Shaffer and Rachael Kramer 2-1 (14-21, 21-18, 15-9) in a thrilling final in Zapopan, Jalisco. Entering the tournament as the top favorites, Gonzalez and […]
Evan Cory and Derek Bradford of USA Capture Gold in Zapopan
ZAPOPAN, Jalisco, September 7, 2025. – Evan Cory and Derek Bradford of the United States clinched the gold medal at the seventh stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, defeating home favorites José Cardenas and Jorman Osuna of Mexico 2-0 (21-17, 21-19) in a thrilling final at the Conjunto Santander de Artes Escénicas in […]
Mexico, Canada, Cuba and USA Reach Men’s Semifinals in Zapopan
ZAPOPAN, Jalisco, September 6, 2025 – The men’s semifinals are set in Zapopan, with Mexico’s José Cardenas/Jorman Osuna, Canada’s Cameron Chadwick/Robert Kemp, Cuba’s Damian Gomez/Eblis Verane, and USA’s Evan Cory/Derek Bradford advancing at the seventh stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour. Sunday’s semifinals will see local favorites Cardenas/Osuna take on Chadwick/Kemp of Canada, […]
Cubans Stun Home Favorites to Reach Semifinals in Zapopan
ZAPOPAN, Jalisco, September 6, 2025 .– Cuba’s Kailin Garrido and Maykelin Drik pulled off a major upset on Saturday, defeating Mexican home favorites Susana Torres and Atenas Gutiérrez 2-0 (21-17, 21-17) in the quarterfinals to secure a spot in the women’s semifinals of the seventh stage of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour. The win […]
Canada, Venezuela and USA Go Undefeated on Opening Day in Zapopan
ZAPOPAN, Jalisco, September 5, 2025.– Canadians Darby Dunn/Mikayla Law-Heese, Venezuela’s Aidana Mejías/Varlria Moreno and Americans Michelle Shaffer/Rachael Kramer each celebrated two victories on Friday’s opening day of the women’s competition at the seventh stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, held in Zapopan, Jalisco. Dunn and Law-Heese dominated Pool D, going undefeated with back-to-back […]
USA, Canada, and Venezuela Open the NORCECA Tour 7th Stage Unbeaten
ZAPOPAN, Jalisco, September 5, 2025. – USA’s Evan Cory/Derek Bradford, Canada’s Cameron Chadwick/Robert Kemp, and Venezuela’s Juliangel Zaid/Esynser Delgado opened the seventh stage of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour with unbeaten records at the Conjunto Santander de Artes Escénicas in Zapopan, Jalisco. Evan Cory and Derek Bradford of the United States dominated Pool D, […]
Teams from Eleven Countries Ready for NORCECA Beach Volleyball Action in Zapopan
ZAPOPAN, Jalisco, Mexico, September 4, 2025. – The excitement of the seventh stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour comes to Zapopan, Jalisco, this weekend at the iconic Conjunto Santander de Artes Escénicas, with teams from eleven countries officially registered to compete. The tournament will feature 14 women’s teams and 15 men’s teams, promising […]
United States fall to Türkiye and miss out on the semifinals
September 4, 2025.- The United States lost to the reigning European champions Türkiye, who dropped their first set at the FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship 2025 on Thursday, but overcame a brave American team to advance for the first time in history to the tournament’s semifinals. The Europeans came out on top in the fourth […]
Guadalajara Gears Up for the 7th Stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour
GUADALAJARA, Mexico, September 3, 2025. – The excitement of beach volleyball comes to Guadalajara for the first time with the seventh stop of the 2025 NORCECA Continental Tour, to be held September 5-7 at the Conjunto Santander de Artes Escénicas in Zapopan. Mexico is hosting four Tour stops during the 2025 season, with Puerto Madero, […]
USA take out Canada in straight sets to progress
September 1, 2025.- USA lived up to their status of match favorites against their North American neighbors Canada on Monday and swept the seventh 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship eighthfinal in Bangkok in straight sets to advance to the quarterfinal stage of the competition. USA’s opponent in the quarterfinals on Thursday is Türkiye, serving […]
Barbados Destiny Layne and Janica Grant took Gold in CAZOVA U18
COURLAND, Tobago. August 30, 2025. Barbados Destiny Layne and Janica Grant took the gold medal in the first CAZOVA Girls U18 Beach Volleyball Champion when they defeated the Aruba’s duo of Whitfield and Eduards 21-9, 21-11. In the semifinals, Whitfield and Eduards eased past Cayman Islands’ Luna Ebanks and Krisi Smith, while Layne and Grant […]
TTO’s Jeremiah Jankey and Michael Burkett spiked CAZOVA U18 Gold
Courland, Tobago, August 30, 2025.- TTO’s Jeremiah Jankey and Michael Burkett spiked their way to the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-18 Beach Volleyball Tournament final with a hard-fought three-set win over Cayman Island’s Dylan Lynee and William Duty at the Courland Beach Sports Arena, in Courland, Black Rock, Tobago on Saturday. The hometown pair […]
Willner Rivas, MVP of the Men’s Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 31, 2025.– Venezuela’s captain, Willner Rivas, was named Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup, held from August 26 to 31 at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. Willner Rivas was a key player in leading Venezuela to the Undefeated Championship of the Pan American […]
Venezuela Crowned Undefeated Champion of the Men’s Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 31, 2025.– Venezuela was crowned undefeated champion of the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup after defeating Mexico 3-1 (25-23, 25-20, 20-25, 25-19) in the gold medal match that closed the event at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. This title marks Venezuela’s first-ever gold medal in the history […]
Canada Swept Colombia to Win the Men’s Pan Am Cup Bronze Medal
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 31, 2025.- Canada swept Colombia 3-0 (27-25, 25-22, 25-14) to claim the bronze medal at the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup, held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The Canadian team, the defending champion, was aiming for a historic three-peat. Although they fell short of reaching the final, they […]
Cárdenas and Osuna of Mexico Crowned Champions at Home
MANZANILLO, Colima, August 31, 2025.- Mexico’s José Cárdenas and Jorman Osuna were crowned champions of the sixth stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour at Playa Azul, Manzanillo, defeating Canada’s Robert Kemp and Cameron Chadwick 2-0 in the final with scores of 21-16 and 21-19. Osuna arrived with strong credentials, having already claimed one […]
Chile defeats USA in straight-sets for Fifth Place
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 31, 2025.- Chile defeated the United States in straight sets 3-0 (25-23, 25-23, 25-18) to secure fifth place at the eighteenth Men’s Pan American Cup, held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. Chile closed its campaign with a strong record of five wins and only one loss, while the […]
González and Navas of Puerto Rico confirm their dominance in Manzanillo
MANZANILLO, Colima, August 31, 2025. Puerto Ricans María González and Allanis Navas reaffirmed their status as favorites and captured their fourth gold medal of the season, claiming the championship at the sixth stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, held at Playa Azul, Manzanillo, Colima. The Puerto Rican duo, who had already defeated Mexico’s Susana […]
Cuba Takes Seventh Place over Puerto Rico at Pan Am Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 31, 2025.- Cuba claimed seventh place at the eighteenth edition of the Men’s Pan American Cup after defeating Puerto Rico 3-1 (25-20, 19-25, 25-23, 25-21). Cuba finished the tournament with a 3-3 record, while Puerto Rico ended with 2-4, placing seventh and eighth respectively. It was a close match, with neither team […]
United States conquers historic U21 World Championship Bronze medal
August 31, 2025.- The United States conquered its first medal in the history of the competition in this age category, after sweeping Czechia 3-0 (25-20, 25-19, 25-18) in the bronze medal match. Fourteen years after coming very close to the podium, the Americans set the pace with calm and control, steadily pulling away in each […]
Dominican Republic survives five-set battle against Suriname for ninth place
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 31, 2025.– The Dominican Republic survived a five-set battle to defeat Suriname 3-2 (25-13, 25-15, 23-25, 24-26, 15-11) and secure ninth place at the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup, held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The Dominicans closed the tournament with a record of three wins and […]
Brazil turn things around and overcome the Dominican Republic
August 31, 2025.- Brazil recovered from a first-set upset to defeat the Dominican Republic on Sunday in the Round of 16 in Bangkok and become the sixth national team guaranteed in the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship. Dominated by the aggressive Dominicans in the first set, the reigning South American champions […]
Guatemala Closes Pan American Cup with Victory over Antigua and Barbuda
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 21, 2025.- Guatemala concluded the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup with a 3-0 (25-10, 25-16, 25-17) victory over Antigua and Barbuda at the Domo de la Feria in León. Guatemala finished in 11th place of the competition with a 1-5 record, while Antigua and Barbuda ended the tournament winless. The […]
Mexico Defeats Canada to Advance to the Pan American Cup Final
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 30, 2025.- Mexico advanced to the final of the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup after defeating Canada 3-1 (25-21, 25-22, 22-25, 25-22) at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The host team will play for the gold medal this Sunday against Venezuela, while Canada will face Colombia for the […]
Venezuela Outlasts Colombia in Five Sets to Reach the Gold Medal Match
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 30, 2025.– Venezuela secured a spot in the gold medal match of the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup after edging Colombia in a thrilling five-set semifinal 3-2 (25-22, 28-26, 19-25, 15-25, 15-12) at the Domo de la Feria in León. The Venezuelan team will battle for the gold medal against the […]
United States Defeats Puerto Rico to Play for Fifth Place
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 30, 2025.– The United States defeated Puerto Rico 3-1 (28-26, 23-25, 25-18, 25-13) and will compete for fifth place at the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The Americans will face Chile for fifth place, while Puerto Rico will meet Cuba for seventh. […]
Mexico, USA, Costa Rica, and Canada Reach Semifinals in Manzanillo
MANZANILLO, Colima, August 30, 2025.-The sands of Playa Azul came alive once again as the men’s event defined its semifinalists. Mexico’s José Cárdenas and Jorman Osuna, the U.S. pair Timothy Brewster and Ryan Ierna, Costa Rica’s Julián Araya and Jhostin Varela, and Canada’s Robert Kemp and Cameron Chadwick advanced to the penultimate stage of the […]
Chile Sweeps Cuba in the Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 30, 2025. Chile defeated Cuba in straight sets 3-0 (25-20, 25-21, 25-20) in a classification match for positions 5 to 8 at the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup, held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. Chile will play for fifth place against the winner between Puerto Rico and […]
Favorites Deliver and the Women’s Semifinals Are Set in Manzanillo
MANZANILLO, Colima, August 30, 2025. All eyes were on the favorites, and this Saturday they confirmed their status. Canada’s two pairs, Darby Dunn and Mikayla Law-Heese, and Akash Grewal and Katarina Pantovic, along with Mexico’s Susana Torres and Atenas Gutiérrez, and Puerto Rico’s María González and Allanis Navas, advanced to the women’s semifinals of the […]
Suriname Earns First Victory at the Men’s Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 30, 2025.- Suriname captured its first win at the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup, defeating Guatemala 3-1 (25-21, 29-27, 17-25, 27-25) at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. With this victory, Suriname advanced to the 9th/10th place match against the Dominican Republic, marking its best historical performance in the […]
Dominican Republic Dominates Antigua and Barbuda at Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 30, 2025.- Dominican Republic cruised past Antigua and Barbuda 3-0 (25-17, 25-9, 25-10) at the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The Dominicans will play for ninth place against the winner of the match between Guatemala and Suriname, while Antigua and Barbuda […]
United States to Play for Bronze at the Men’s U21 World Championship
August 30, 2025.- The United States will play for the bronze medal at the Men’s U21 World Championship against Czechia, after falling in the semifinals to a determined Iranian team. Playing in Jiangmen, China, the Americans were unable to stop Iran’s momentum and lost 0-3 (21-25, 20-25, 20-25). On Sunday the 30th, they will face […]
Mexico Claims Semifinal Spot at the Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 29, 2025.- Mexico claimed its place in the semifinals of the 18th Men’s Pan American Cup after defeating the United States 3-1 (25-21, 18-25, 25-20, 25-23) in the quarterfinals at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The Mexican squad will face defending champion Canada in the semifinals, while Venezuela and […]
Colombia Survives A Five-Set Showdown to Advance to Semifinals
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 29, 2025. – Colombia survived a dramatic five-set battle to defeat Chile 3-2 (25-21, 25-22, 22-25, 23-25, 15-12) and secure its place in the semifinals of the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup, being held at the Domo de la Feria in León. Colombia built a two-set lead, but Chile fought back […]
Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Costa Rica Set the Pace in Manzanillo
MANZANILLO, Colima, August 29, 2025. — The opening men’s day of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour kicked off with great intensity in Manzanillo, where Puerto Ricans William Rivera and Diego Rosich and Costa Ricans Julián Araya and Jhostin Varela recorded two victories each, while Americans Timothy Brewster and Ryan Ierna needed three sets to […]
Puerto Rico to Play for 5th–8th Place at the Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 29, 2025. – Puerto Rico secured its place in the battle for positions 5 to 8 of the Senior Men’s Pan American Cup after defeating the Dominican Republic 3-0 (25-20, 25-18, 25-19) on Friday at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The Puerto Ricans will continue fighting for fifth place […]
Cuba Tops Guatemala in Pan American Cup Classification Round
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 29, 2025.- Cuba defeated Guatemala 3-0 (25-23, 25-21, 25-23) in a classification match for positions 7 to 10 at the Senior Men’s Pan American Cup, held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. With the victory, Cuba moves on to compete for positions 5 to 8, while Guatemala will play […]
Puerto Rico and Mexico Open Strong in Manzanillo
MANZANILLO, Colima, August 29, 2025.– Puerto Ricans María González and Allanis Navas confirmed why they are the top favorites at the sixth stop of the NORCECA Tour by debuting with a victory in Manzanillo, Colima. The Caribbean duo, who already have three gold medals this season, defeated Mexico’s Naomi Cruz and Angélica Torres 2–0 (21-15, […]
United States Advances to the Semifinals of the Men’s U21 World Championship
August 29, 2025.- In a thrilling five-set match, the United States defeated France and advanced to the semifinals of the U21 World Championship being held in Jiangmen, China. Cuba, the other NORCECA semifinalist, was not as fortunate and ended up losing to Italy in four sets. The Americans came back twice from being down in […]
Chile Wins Pool C with Thriller Five-Set Victory over Mexico
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 28, 2025. – Chile defeated Mexico in a thrilling five-set battle 3-2 (20-25, 25-16, 19-25, 25-23, 16-14) to claim first place in Pool C at the Men’s Senior Pan American Cup, being held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. With a perfect 3-0 record, Chile secured the top spot […]
23 Teams to Compete in the Sixth Stage of the 2025 NORCECA Tour in Manzanillo
MANZANILLO, Colima, August 28, 2025- The Mexican Pacific coast is set to welcome the continent’s top pairs with the sixth stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, taking place August 29–31 in Manzanillo. Following the preliminary inquiry, it was confirmed that the competition will feature 23 teams: 9 in the women’s division and 14 […]
USA Advances to Quarterfinals Defeating Cuba
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 28, 2025. – The United States advanced to the quarterfinals of the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup after defeating Cuba 3-1 (25-20, 23-25, 26-24, 25-17) at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The U.S. team closed the preliminary round with a 2-1 record to secure second place in Pool […]
Canada Sweeps Colombia to Claim First Place in Pool B
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 28, 2025.– Canada swept Colombia 3-0 (28-26, 25-23, 25-23) in an intense battle that decided the top spot in Pool B of the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Cup, held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The defending champions closed pool play undefeated with a 3-0 record, awaiting confirmation […]
Puerto Rico Wraps Up Pool-Play with Victory over Guatemala
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 28, 2025.– Puerto Rico wrapped up the preliminary round of the Senior Men’s Pan American Cup with a 3-1 (25-21, 21-25, 25-20, 25-17) victory over Guatemala, in the final day of pool play at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. With a 1-2 record, Puerto Rico secured third place in […]
Dominican Republic Closes Group Stage with Victory
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 28, 2025.- The Dominican Republic earned its first win at the Senior Men’s Pan American Cup by defeating Suriname 3-0 (25-16, 25-14, 25-20) in the final day of pool play at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The Dominican Republic closed Pool C in third place with a 1-2 record, […]
Venezuela Dominates Pool A with Perfect Run at the Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 28, 2025.– Venezuela closed the group stage with its third consecutive straight-set victory, defeating Antigua and Barbuda 3-0 (25-15, 25-16, 25-8) to secure first place in Pool A of the Men’s Senior Pan American Cup, held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. With a perfect 3-0 record and without […]
Mexico Prevails over Dominican Republic for Second Straight-Set Win
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 27, 2025. – Mexico defeated the Dominican Republic 3-0 (25-20, 25-19, 25-19) to earn their second straight-set victory at the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, being held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The top spot in Pool C will be decided on Thursday in the clash between Mexico […]
Colombia defeats Puerto Rico to remain unbeaten at the Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 27, 2025. – Colombia defeated Puerto Rico 3-1 (18-25, 25-18, 25-18, 25-20) to remain unbeaten at the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, taking place at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. Colombia and Canada both hold perfect records (2-0) and will face each other on Thursday to decide the top […]
Venezuela Defeats Cuba in Straight Sets at the Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 27, 2025. – Venezuela earned a solid 3-0 (25-23, 25-17, 25-21) victory over Cuba at the Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, being held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. Venezuela remains perfect in Pool A with a 2-0 record, while Cuba drops to 1-1. In the final day of […]
Manzanillo, Heart of the Mexican Pacific, to Host Sixth Stop of the NORCECA Beach Tour
MANZANILLO, Colima, August 27, 2025. – Manzanillo is ready to welcome the Sixth Stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, scheduled for August 29-31 at the renowned Playa Azul, located next to Plaza Punto Bahía. The event will feature the best beach volleyball duos from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, offering fans […]
CAZOVA U18 Beach Volleyball Camp and Tournament Serves Off in Tobago
COURLAND, Tobago, August 27, 2025.- The Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) Under-18 Beach Volleyball Camp and Tournament officially began in Courland, Tobago, bringing together over 50 athletes and coaches from eight participating nations: Aruba, Barbados, Cayman Islands, Haiti, Martinique, St. Kitts and Nevis, United States Virgin Islands, and host nation Trinidad and Tobago. This initiative […]
Canada Needed Four Sets to Defeat Guatemala
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 27, 2025. – Canada had to work hard to overcome Guatemala 3-1 (26-24, 25-19, 26-28, 25-19) and remain unbeaten at the 18th Men’s Pan American Cup, held at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. The defending champion now holds a 2-0 record in Pool B and will close the preliminary […]
United States and Cuba qualify for Quarterfinals at Men’s U21 World Championship
August 27, 2025.- The United States maintained their unbeaten streak with a straight-set victory over Bulgaria this Wednesday in the Round of 16, being one of the teams that remain undefeated and that advanced to the quarterfinals of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s U21 World Championship 2025 in Jiangmen. Iran, Czechia and Italy also advanced with […]
Chile Remains Undefeated at the Men’s Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 27, 2025. – The Chilean National Team kept its perfect record at the 18th Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, defeating Suriname in straight sets 3-0 (25-15, 25-13, 25-14) at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. Chile now holds a 2-0 undefeated record in Pool C, while Suriname is still searching […]
USA Earns First Win at Men’s Pan Am Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 26, 2025.- The United States earned its first victory in Pool A of the Men’s Pan American Cup after beating Antigua and Barbuda 3-0 (25-12, 25-11, 25-17) at Domo de la Feria in Guanajuato, León. The U.S. with 1-1 record will close pool-play against Cuba, while Antigua and Barbuda (0-2) will face […]
Maldonado fires 33 to help Mexico finish on a high
August 27, 2025.- With an impressive 33 points from opposite Sofia Maldonado, Mexico outlasted Colombia in a five-set battle in the last game for both teams at the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship in Thailand. On Wednesday, the Mexicans scored their first Pool F win in Chiang Mai to finish third in the pool […]
Canada falls to Türkiye; meets USA in next round
August 27, 2025.- Canada lost to undefeated Türkiye today at the FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. The pool E winners beat Canada 3-0 (25-21, 27-25, 25-13), leading by 49-35 in attack points and 10-5 in blocks. Canada had a slight edge on ace serves (3-2) and errors were even at 16. […]
Dominican Republic finishes second in their Pool
August 27, 2025.- Dominican Republic finished second in Pool F after falling to China in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship this Wednesday. China closed their pool phase campaign undefeated. Playing in Chiang Mai, the Chinese (who had dropped sets to Mexico and Colombia in their previous matches) showed solidity to dominate the “Queens […]
Mexico claims straight-set victory over Suriname to open Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 26, 2025. – Host team Mexico got off to a strong start in the 18th Senior Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, defeating Suriname 3-0 (25-18, 25-14, 25-17) at the Domo de la Feria in León. Mexico (1-0) will face the Dominican Republic (0-1) in its next Pool C match, while Suriname (0-1) […]
Cuba dominates Antigua and Barbuda in Pan American Cup debut
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 26, 2025.– Cuba opened the Men’s Senior Pan American Volleyball Cup with a strong performance, defeating Antigua and Barbuda 3-0 (25-19, 25-10, 25-12) on the first day of Pool A action at the Domo de la Feria in León. The match was quick paced, with the Cubans showing absolute dominance in all […]
Canada Kicks Off Title Defense Strong in the Pan American Cup
LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 26, 2025.– Defending champion Canada opened with a victory in the Senior Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, defeating Puerto Rico in a hard-fought match 3-1 (25-21, 25-18, 22-25, 25-20) at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. On the second day of action in Pool B, Canada (1-0) will face Guatemala […]