July 3, 2025.- The FIVB recently welcomed a high-level delegation from the Government of India and the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to the Volleyball House in Lausanne, Switzerland, for productive discussions on the exciting future of volleyball in India. The delegation was led by Mr. Hari Ranjan Rao, Secretary Sports, Government of India, and legendary […]
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Allan Sharp elected as President of Belize Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association
BELIZE CITY, Belize, July 3, 2025.-Belize Volleyball Association President Allan Sharp has been elected President of the Belize Olympic and Commonwealth Games Association (BOCGA), following elections held during the National Olympic Committee’s Annual General Meeting on June 28, succeeding Hilberto Martinez, who had served in the role since 2013. Sharp has served as BOCGA’s Secretary […]
Future Stars to Shine in Juan Dolio at NORCECA U21 and U18 Beach Volleyball World Qualifiers
Juan Dolio, Dominican Republic, July 2025. – The shores of Juan Dolio Beach in the Dominican Republic are set to take center stage as the region’s most promising young athletes compete in the NORCECA U21 and U18 Beach Volleyball Championships, official qualification tournaments on the road to the 2025 FIVB Age-Group World Championships. The vibrant […]
Canada, Mexico, and USA Open U19 Girl’s World Championship with Victories
June 2, 2025. – The 19th edition of the FIVB U19 Girl’s World Championship kicked off on Wednesday in Croatia and Serbia, with 24 national teams beginning their group stage campaigns. Canada, Mexico, and defending champions the United States all recorded opening-day victories. Pool A Canada started their campaign with a 3-1 (25-23, 14-25, 25-21, […]
Belize Inaugurates First International Level 1 Volleyball Coaching Course
BELIZE CITY, Belize, July 2, 2025.- The International Level 1 Volleyball Coaching Course was officially inaugurated in Belize with the presence of Mr. Giovanni Alamilla, Secretary General of the Belize Olympic Committee; Mr. Marvin Ottley, Acting Director of the Department of Sports; and Mr. Allan Sharp, President of the Belize Volleyball Association and recently elected […]
FIVB meet with French Guyana National Federation at Volleyball House
July 1, 2025.- The FIVB this week welcomed Marc Olivier Anatole, the President of the French Guyana National Federation (NF), a Regional Member of the FIVB, to the Volleyball House in Lausanne, Switzerland, where discussions focused on the Volleyball Empowerment programme and future collaboration opportunities. The FIVB was represented by FIVB President Fabio Azevedo, General […]
NORCECA-FIVB Regional Development Center Announces Upcoming International Courses in Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, July 1, 2025. – The NORCECA-FIVB Volleyball Development Center announces two important international coaching courses, aimed at continuing to strengthen technical skills and the development of volleyball in the region. From July 21 to 25, the FIVB Beach Volleyball Coaches Course Level 1 will take place, led by FIVB Instructor Mauro […]
Canada Sweep China, Cuba Falls to Argentina in a Five-Set Battle and USA swept by Italy
June 29, 2025.- Week 2 of the Men’s Volleyball Nations League 2025 closed with Canada sweeping China (in Chicago), Cuba falling to Argentina in a five-set battle (in Belgrade) and host USA losing to Italy in three straight sets. Cuba Falls to Argentina in a Five-Set Battle in Belgrade Cuba closed its campaign in Belgrade […]
CAZOVA VolleyStation Seminar Concludes Successfully in The Bahamas
Nassau, The Bahamas, June 29, 2025. – The CAZOVA VolleyStation Seminar officially concluded in Nassau, The Bahamas, as part of preparations for the upcoming CAZOVA Championships set to take place in the country. The initiative aimed to strengthen the region’s technical capabilities in line with international standards. A total of 16 participants were trained in […]
Navas and González from Puerto Rico, Undefeated Champions in Puerto Cortés
PUERTO CORTÉS, Honduras, June 29, 2025.- Puerto Rico’s women’s duo, Allanis Navas and María González, were crowned undefeated champions of the third stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, held from June 27 to 29 at Playa Municipal El Porvenir in Puerto Cortés, Honduras. The Puerto Ricans delivered an impeccable performance, dropping only one set throughout […]
Lares and Carlos Andrés Lead Mexico to the Title at the Third Stop of the NORCECA Beach Tour
PUERTO CORTÉS, June 29, 2025. – Antonio Vargas Lares and Carlos Andrés Ayala clinched the title for Mexico at the third stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, held at Playa Municipal El Porvenir in Puerto Cortés, Honduras, from June 27 to 29. The Mexican duo delivered a solid and efficient performance in the final, […]
USA Falls to a Strong Poland
June 28, 2025.- Despite their efforts and improvements throughout the match, the U.S. Men’s National Team couldn’t stop the power of Poland, who earned a 3-0 victory (25-20, 25-21, 25-22) at the NOW Arena, backed by a passionate crowd of Polish fans on American soil. With this result, the U.S. missed out on key points […]
Puerto Rico, USA, Canada, and Mexico Advance to Women’s Semifinals
PUERTO CORTÉS, Honduras, June 28, 2025.- Women’s teams from Puerto Rico, United States, Canada, and Mexico advanced to the semifinals of the third stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, taking place at Playa Municipal El Porvenir in Puerto Cortés, Honduras. In the quarterfinals, the Puerto Rican duo of Allanis Navas and María González had […]
USA and Mexico Double Up in Men’s Semifinals
PUERTO CORTÉS, Honduras, June 28, 2025.- Both duos from the United States and both duos from Mexico advanced to the men’s semifinals at the third stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour on Saturday in Puerto Cortés, Honduras. The American duo of James Drost and Robert Harrison battled their way to a hard-fought quarterfinal victory […]
U19 Pan Am Cup Award Winners
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 28, 2025.- A young squad from USA won gold and 14-year-old Kari Knotts stood out at MVP today in Kingston, Ontario, as the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup concluded. USA also picked up “best spiker” and “best setter” awards. Valeria Gutierrez won two awards – libero and digger for her defensive action with […]
USA strikes U19 gold!
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 28, 2025.- USA swept Mexico to claim gold at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Despite the determination of the Mexican side, the powerful young U.S. squad won the final 3-0 (25-21, 25-22, 25-21). Head coach of USA, Jamie Morrison, said: “It’s a young team […]
Canada wins U19 bronze at home
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 28, 2025.- Canada was able to manage the young, talented Dominican Republic team to win in the tie-break today at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The home crowd cheered Canada on to the 3-2 (25-22, 25-18, 18-25, 19-25, 15-10) win and the bronze medal. Canada […]
Puerto Rico finishes sixth at U19 Pan Am Cup
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 28, 2025.- Puerto Rico beat Costa Rica to finish sixth overall at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada today. Puerto Rico won in straight sets 3-0 (25-20, 31-29, 25-19). Eduardo Galarza, Head Coach, Puerto Rico, said post-match: “I tried rotating my team in preparation for […]
Cuba pulls off another comeback, Canada lets victory slip away
June 27, 2025. – Cuba staged yet another comeback, defeating the Netherlands 3-1, while Canada let a two-set lead slip away and fell 2-3 to Poland. Cuba, the kings of comebacks, claim another victim in Belgrade! Cuba heads into the weekend with plenty to celebrate after securing their third consecutive comeback win this Friday in […]
Six Women’s Teams Remain Undefeated on Day One in Puerto Cortés
PUERTO CORTÉS, Honduras, June 27, 2025. –The teams from Puerto Rico (Navas/González), U.S. Virgin Islands (Valenciana/Buckner), Mexico 1 (Torres/Gutiérrez), Honduras 1 (Rivera/Bruhier), Canada (McNabney/Kunaus), and the United States (Donley/Sherman) remain unbeaten after day one of the third stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in Puerto Cortés, Honduras. Allanis Navas and María González of Puerto […]
Mexico wins semi in five set to advance
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 27, 2025.- Mexico outlasted Canada today to win their semifinal at the Girls’ U19 Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. It was a thrilling, back-and-forth five sets 3-2 (19-25, 25-19, 24-26, 25-16, 15-10). Mexico led in attack points 55-52, and dominated from the service line 13-5. Canada had the blocking advantage (14-13). […]
Costa Rica, both teams from USA, and both from Mexico lead their groups in the men’s division
PUERTO CORTÉS, June 27, 2025.– After a long day due to the large number of registered teams at the third stop of the NORCECA Tour, at Playa Municipal El Porvenir in Puerto Cortés, the dominant teams on the first day were Costa Rica, both United States pairs, and both Mexican pairs. Group A was led […]
CAZOVA VolleyStation Seminar Opens in The Bahamas with Regional Participation
Nassau, The Bahamas, June 26, 2025.- The Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) has officially launched a four-day VolleyStation Seminar in Nassau, The Bahamas, bringing together volleyball professionals from across the region. The seminar, which runs from June 26 to 29, has attracted 16 participants representing Trinidad and Tobago and multiple islands of The Bahamas, reflecting […]
USA advances to U19 Girls’ final
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 27, 2025.- Team USA won its semifinal today at the Girls’ U19 Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The final score was 3-0 (25-22, 25-14, 25-20) over the Dominican Republic. USA’s powerful attack was a difference maker and scored 41 points, compared with the Dominican Republic’s 26 attack points. USA also […]
Venezuela beats Costa Rica for fifth
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 27, 2025.- Venezuela put together a solid performance at the Girls’ U19 Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, today. They beat Costa Rica in three sets (25-22, 25-19, 25-19) to finish fifth out of seven teams overall in the tournament. Ihosvanny Chambers, head coach of Venezuela said he was happy with […]
Dominican Republic defeats Costa Rica
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 25, 2025.- Dominican Republic earned its first win at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada today. They won decisively 3-0 (25-14, 25-8, 25-14) putting consistent pressure, especially from the service line, against Costa Rica today. The Dominican team was dominant in the attack points 33-16, blocking 6-3 and […]
Rubén Mora and Dany López from Nicaragua Aim to Repeat Last Year’s Title
PUERTO CORTÉS, June 26, 2025. – The Nicaraguan duo of Rubén Mora and Dany López arrives at the third stop of the 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour hoping to repeat the feat they achieved in 2024, when they were crowned champions in Puerto Cortés. Dany López commented, “We are participating in this third stop of […]
High Expectations for the Third Stop of the NORCECA Women’s Beach Volleyball Tour
PUERTO CORTÉS, June 26, 2025.– The third stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour kicks off this Friday at the El Porvenir Municipal Beach in Puerto Cortés, featuring 17 women’s teams divided into four pools, one with five teams and three with four teams each. Canada’s number 1 duo, Emma Kunaus and Maya MacNabney, are feeling […]
Cuba Comes from Behind to Defeat Serbia and USA Sweeps Canada in Straight Sets
June 26, 2025. – Cuba in Belgrade and the United States in Chicago secured their second win in as many matches during the second week of the Men’s VNL. Cuba Comes from Behind to Beat Serbia After starting the week in 15th place, the Caribbean side earned its second consecutive victory and is now sitting […]
USA perseveres against Puerto Rico
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 26, 2025.- USA remains undefeated at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Canada after a win over Puerto Rico 3-1 (20-25, 25-20, 25-14, 27-25). Puerto Rico came out determined to show their grit and won the first set. The young United States squad regrouped to take the second and third […]
Mexico over Venezuela at U19 Pan Am Cup
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 26, 2025.- Mexico defeated Venezuela today 3-1 (17-25, 25-23, 25-13, 25-20) at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada at the Queen’s University Athletic and Recreation Centre. Mexico recovered from a first-set loss to win this important match and advance to the semifinals. Mexico’s team captain Isabella Ocampo said […]
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Hard-Fought Wins for USA and Cuba, Canada Falls to Brazil
June 25, 202. – The start of the second week of the Men’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) was quite challenging for NORCECA teams. The United States had to battle hard to defeat China 3-2, Cuba overcame logistical issues to beat Germany 3-1, and Canada couldn’t stop Brazil’s momentum, falling 0-3. USA Struggles to Defeat China […]
Canada defeats Dominican Republic
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 25, 2025.- Canada now has a 2-0 record after beating Dominican Republic at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada on Wednesday evening. Canada was challenged early on but managed to control the Dominican offense at crucial moments leading to a 3-0 win (25-22,25-23, 25-17). Canada led in attack […]
Puerto Cortés to Host the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour for Second Year in a Row
PUERTO CORTÉS, Honduras, June 25, 2025.– The heart of the Honduran Caribbean will once again come alive with world-class beach volleyball. For the second consecutive year, Puerto Cortés will host a stop of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, welcoming the third leg of the 2025 circuit, set to take place from June 27 to 29 […]
USA earns second sweep at U19 Pan Am Cup
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 25, 2025.- USA earned its second consecutive win at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Canada, beating Mexico 3-0 (25-21, 25-21, 25-23). Despite many challenges from their North American neighbors, USA kept the pressure on Mexico today. USA dominated in attack points (52-38) and also led in block points (5-3) […]
Venezuela takes first win at U19 Pan Am Cup
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 25, 2025.- Venezuela took five sets to beat Puerto Rico 3-2 (25-15, 25-20, 28-30, 22-25, 16-14) at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada to earn their first win at the tournament. In the 2-hour 20 min match, Puerto Rico had more successful attack points – 64-61, but the […]
FIVB updates two key rules for World Ranking system
Junio 25, 2025.- The FIVB has updated two key components of its World Ranking system following consultation with the World Ranking Working Group and the Volleyball Council. The changes aim to enhance fairness, improve system flexibility and align with the organisation’s development objectives. The first update revises the Overlapping Events Rule. Previously, when two World […]
Canada beats Costa Rica at home
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 24, 2025.- Canada overcame some first-match jitters to defeat Costa Rica in straight sets today at the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The home team won 3-0 (25-19, 28-26, 25-20). “It was a good win in front of our home crowd,” said Canada’s head coach Gina Schmidt. “I […]
USA earns first win over Venezuela at U19 tournament
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 24, 2025.-Venezuela’s best efforts were not able to match USA’s size and power today at U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, ending with a 3-0 (25-9, 25-23, 25-21) score. USA dominated the first set, but Venezuela was able to make it a closer game in the second and third […]
Mexico sweeps Puerto Rico to kick off U19 Pan Am Cup
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 24, 2025.- In the opening match of the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, Mexico swept Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-18). Mexico’s team captain Isabella Ocampo said she was proud of the way her team worked together for the win: “I thought we came out swinging – we […]
Coaches Comment In Advance of U19 Girls’ Pan Am Cup
KINGSTON, Ontario, June 23, 2025.- Seven teams are in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, for the U19 Girls’ Pan American Cup, which runs from June 14 to 28 at Queen’s Athletics & Recreation Centre. Jamie Morrison, Head Coach USA: “For the players on this team, it’s their first opportunity to put on a jersey with the American flag on […]
All Go to Five Sets: Wins for USA and Dominican Republic, Loss for Canada
June 22, 2025. – On the final day of Week 2 in the Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL), the United States celebrated a thrilling five-set victory over France in Belgrade, a win that lifted the Americans above the Finals qualification cut. Earlier in Istanbul, the Dominican Republic also claimed a dramatic five-set win against Korea. […]
Dominican Republic U19 Women’s National Team Travels to Canada for NORCECA Pan American Cup
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, June 22, 2025 – The Dominican Republic U19 Women’s National Volleyball Team departed today for Kingston, Ontario, Canada, to compete in the NORCECA U19 Women’s Pan American Cup, set to take place from June 24 to 28 at Queen’s University’s Athletics & Recreation Centre. The Dominican team will aim to represent […]
USA’s Durish and Koenig Crowned NORCECA U23 Champions at Seven Mile Beach
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 22, 2025. – Alexis Durish and Audrey Koenig of the United States claimed the gold medal at the NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour with a commanding straight-sets victory over Costa Rica’s Sofia Vega and Laura Molina, 2-0 (21-10, 21-14), at the stunning Seven Mile Beach. The American duo delivered […]
Costa Rica’s Araya and Varela Capture Back-to-Back NORCECA U23 Gold at Seven Mile Beach
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 22, 2025.- Costa Rica’s Julian Araya and Jhostin Varela successfully defended their title, claiming back-to-back gold medals at the NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Tour with a decisive 2-0 (21-19, 21-15) win over El Salvador’s Christopher and Yoel Guardado in Sunday’s final at the iconic Seven Mile Beach. Araya and […]
USA Sweeps Netherlands, Dominican Republic Falls to Brazil
June 21, 2025.- Playing in Belgrade, the United States swept the Netherlands, while in Istanbul, the Dominican Republic couldn’t overcome Brazil and fell in straight sets at the 2025 Women’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL). USA Sweeps Netherlands for Third Win in VNL 2025 The United States earned its third win of the tournament by defeating […]
Tandems from Barbados, Costa Rica, USA & El Salvador Reach Semifinals at Seven Mile Beach
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 21, 2025.- The semifinal women’s lineup is set at the U23 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in the Cayman Islands, with teams from Barbados, Costa Rica, the United States, and El Salvador earning their places after standout performances in Saturday’s quarterfinal action. In front of an enthusiastic crowd on the […]
North Americans Face Central Americans in Seven Mile Beach Semifinals
SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 21, 2025.- The semifinal matchups are set at the U23 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in the Cayman Islands, and they will see North America take on Central America as teams from the USA and Canada go head-to-head with El Salvador and Costa Rica on the stunning shores of Seven […]
Canada Falls Short Against Brazilian Block
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, […]
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 […]
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