Tag: Volleyball

Dec 14, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 13, 2024. – Panama defeated El Salvador 3-0 (25-17, 25-14, 25-17) and is just one step away from securing the title at the XV AFECAVOL U19 Central American Men’s Volleyball Championship, achieving their fifth consecutive win in the tournament. Panama holds a 5-0 win-loss record with 23 points, placing them […]

Dec 13, 2024

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, December 13, 2024. – The Guaynabo Mets of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF), led by Fernando Morales, have set clear goals, particularly to improve their performance as a team compared to the last two seasons. Morales, making his debut as a coach in the women’s league, was chosen to lead the […]

Dec 13, 2024

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, December 13, 2024. – Costa Rica and Belize continue their perfect run in the I Girls’ Under 15 Central American “Invitational” Volleyball Championship, being held at the Volleyball Gymnasium of the Nicaraguan Institute of Sports (IND). On the third day of competition, Costa Rica showcased their strength by defeating Guatemala 3-0 (25-21, 25-11, […]

Dec 13, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 13, 2024. – After losing the first set, Guatemala rallied to a 3-1 victory over Nicaragua (25-27, 25-21, 25-17, 25-21), securing a spot on the podium of the XV AFECAVOL U19 Central American Men’s Volleyball Championship. With this result, Guatemala improved its record to 4-1 and has one match left […]

Dec 13, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 13, 2024.– Costa Rica concluded the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Men’s Central American Championship with a convincing victory over Belize, 3-0 (25-14, 25-12, 25-15), securing a spot on the podium. Costa Rica will rest on the seventh and final match day, finishing with a record of 5-1 in wins and losses. […]

Dec 13, 2024

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 12, 2024.- Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Belize claimed important victories on the second day of the inaugural Central American U15 Girls’ Volleyball “Invitational” Championship, held at the Volleyball Gymnasium of the Nicaraguan Institute of Sports (IND). After a stumble on opening day, host Nicaragua earned its first victory in dramatic fashion, defeating […]

Dec 13, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 12, 2024.- Panama faced a determined Honduras, which despite its efforts on the court, could not avoid a 3-0 (25-20, 25-19, 25-23) defeat in the final match of the fifth day of the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Men’s Central American Volleyball Championship. With this result, Panama maintains a perfect record of four […]

Dec 12, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 12, 2024.- In a hard-fought battle from start to finish, Costa Rica edged out Nicaragua 3-2 (20-25, 25-23, 17-25, 25-14, 15-9) in a crucial match for both teams as they vie for a podium finish at the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Men’s Central American Volleyball Championship. Costa Rica improved its record to […]

Dec 12, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 12, 2024.- Guatemala remains persistent in its quest for a podium finish after defeating Belize 3-0 (25-19, 25-19, 25-13) in the first match of the fifth day of the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Men’s Central American Volleyball Championship. The victory improves Guatemala’s record to three wins and one loss, with two matches […]

Dec 12, 2024

CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, December 12, 2024.- The Caguas Criollas continue their preparation for the 2025 season in the Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF). A Solid and Competitive Roster The players retained for the 2025 season include Stephanie Enright, Alba Hernández, Alejandra Argüello, Paulina Pérez, Diana Reyes, Raymariely Santos, Kathia Sánchez, Sofia M. Victoriá, and their […]

Dec 12, 2024

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, December 11, 2024.- The Nicaraguan Volleyball Federation, in collaboration with the Managua City Hall, is hosting the First “Invitational” Central American U15 Women’s Championship from December 11 to 15. The event, endorsed by AFECAVOL, is taking place at the Volleyball Gymnasium of the Nicaraguan Sports Institute (IND), featuring teams from Belize, Costa Rica, […]

Dec 11, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 11, 2024.- Costa Rica showed no mercy to El Salvador, securing a 3-0 victory (25-15, 25-23, 25-19) in the final match of the fourth day of the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Men’s Central American Volleyball Championship. The win improves Costa Rica’s record to 3-1, while El Salvador now has two wins and […]

Dec 11, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador December 11, 2024.- In a one-side game, Guatemala beat Honduras 3-0 (27-25, 25-16, 25-15), improving their record to two wins and one loss, after four days of competition at the 15th AFECAVOL Men’s Volleyball Central American Championship. Guatemala was only challenged in the first set against a Honduras squad that was insistent, but […]

Dec 11, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 11, 2024.- Panama remains unstoppable in the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Men’s Central American Volleyball Championship, securing their third consecutive victory without defeats by overpowering Belize 3-0 (25-23, 25-10, 25-11) in the opening match of the fourth day of the event. Belize put up more resistance in the first set, but Panama […]

Dec 11, 2024

December 11, 2024.- The host cities for the highly anticipated FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship 2025 have been announced. Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Phuket and Nakhon Ratchasima are set to welcome the Global Volleyball Movement next year from 22 August to 7 September 2025, as teams battle it out for a place on the podium. In […]

Dec 10, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 10, 2024 – Guatemala claimed a much-needed first victory over El Salvador, winning 3-0 (25-23, 25-15, 25-23) in the stellar match of the third day of the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Central American Men’s Volleyball Championship. Guatemala entered the match determined to achieve their first win, and they delivered despite El […]

Dec 10, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 10, 2024. – Panama secured a decisive victory over Nicaragua, winning 3-0 (25-19, 25-23, 25-12), to claim their second win without defeats in the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Central American Men’s Volleyball Championship. Panama allowed Nicaragua little freedom on the court, handing the Nicaraguan team their first setback in the competition, […]

Dec 10, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 10, 2024.- Costa Rica got back on the winning track, but had to push themselves to defeat Honduras 3-0 (25-22, 25-19, 25-17) in the opening match of the third day of the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Central American Men’s Volleyball Championship. Costa Rica improved their tournament record to 2-1, while Honduras remains […]

Dec 10, 2024

December 10, 2024.- Mark your calendars! In preparation for the highly anticipated Volleyball Nations League (VNL) 2025, Volleyball World has announced the host cities, pool matchups, team schedules, and ticketing details for next year’s expanded and refreshed edition of the tournament. Fans around the globe will have the opportunity to gather in some of the […]

Dec 10, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 9, 2024.- El Salvador stood strong on the court to secure an important victory over Belize, 3-1 (25-21, 17-25, 25-19, 25-20), in the final match of the second day of the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Men’s Central American Volleyball Championship. From the start of the match, the Salvadoran squad showed their determination […]

Dec 10, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 9, 2024.- Nicaragua defeated Honduras 3-1 (25-23, 25-23, 23-25, 25-21) to claim their second victory in the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Men’s Central American Volleyball Championship. Nicaragua managed to respond effectively to the challenge posed by Honduras. After losing the first two sets, Honduras claimed the third and pressured Nicaragua in the […]

Dec 09, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 9, 2024.- Panama earned an epic victory by defeating Costa Rica in five intense sets, 3-2 (27-25, 25-23, 22-25, 25-27, 16-14), in their opening match of the 15th AFECAVOL U19 Men’s Central American Volleyball Championship. The first challenge of the second day of the event was intense from start to finish, […]

Dec 09, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 8, 2024.- El Salvador secured a 3-0 (25-22, 25-20, 31-29) win over Honduras in the final match of the opening day at the XV AFECAVOL U19 Central American Men’s Volleyball Championship. Honduras put up a strong fight to extend the match but was victim by their service errors, including several at […]

Dec 08, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 8, 2024.- In an intense match that went the distance, Nicaragua secured a crucial victory over Belize, winning 3-2 (25-20, 23-25, 25-27, 29-27, 15-7) in the debut for both teams at the XV AFECAVOL U19 Central American Men’s Volleyball Championship. Nicaragua took the first set, but Belize responded by claiming the […]

Dec 08, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 8, 2024.- After a fiercely contested first set, Costa Rica picked up the pace to defeat Guatemala 3-0 (25-23, 25-18, 26-24), claiming their first win at the opening of the XV AFECAVOL U19 Central American Men’s Volleyball Championship. Guatemala managed to apply pressure in the first and third sets but could […]

Dec 08, 2024

PONCE, Puerto Rico, December 7, 2024 – The Caribes of San Sebastián achieved the highly coveted “back-to-back” championship on Saturday night, December 7, in a thrilling Game 7 of the Men’s Volleyball Superior Leagues (LVSM) Finals against the Mets of Guaynabo at the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. It was an intense and dramatic series, decided […]

Dec 07, 2024

December 7, 2024.- The FIVB President Fabio Azevedo met with His Excellency Mr. Saad bin Ali Al Kharji, Chairman of Qatar Tourism and Chairman of the Board of Visit Qatar to explore potential partnerships for volleyball to support promotion of tourism in the country. They were joined by the President of the Qatar Volleyball Association […]

Dec 07, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 7, 2024.- Despite the youth of its participants, the XV AFECAVOL U19 Central American Men’s Volleyball Championship promises plenty of excitement. Matches will take place from December 8 to 14 at the FESAVOL Gymnasium. After completing the preliminary interview protocol, the seven team coaches agreed that the battle for a spot […]

Dec 06, 2024

DOHA, Qatar, December 6, 2024.- FIVB President Fabio Azevedo was in Doha to strengthen the Global Volleyball Movement, for several volleyball initiatives which include visiting  the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), the Qatar Foundation and Qatar Volleyball Association. FIVB President, Fabio Azevedo, met with President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani […]

Dec 05, 2024

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, December 4, 2024.- The Mets de Guaynabo defended their home court at the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum for the third time, leveling the final series of the Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM) at three wins apiece against defending champions Caribes de San Sebastián. The Mets secured a 3-1 victory in Game six […]

Dec 04, 2024

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, December 4, 2024.- The four FIVB Volleyball Youth World Championships set to take place in 2025 started taking shape on Wednesday, when the drawing of lots for the tournaments were held in Lausanne, Switzerland, determining the start of the journey of each of the 96 national teams set to compete for medals next […]

Dec 04, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, December 4, 2024.- The 15th edition of the AFECAVOL Under 19 Men’s Central American Championship is headed to San Salvador, El Salvador, to be held December 8-14 at the FESAVOL Gymnasium. Costa Rica is aiming for its fourth consecutive Central American title, after winning the last three editions of the event undefeated […]

Dec 03, 2024

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Dec. 3, 2024).- USA Volleyball is pleased to announce the hiring of accomplished sports and entertainment executive Jaime Weston as Chief Commercial Officer. At USA Volleyball, Weston will lead the commercial and brand strategy of the organization as it heads into the LA 2028 Olympic Games.   Along with a passion for volleyball, Weston […]

Dec 03, 2024

SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, December 2, 2024 – The Caribes de San Sebastián are just one victory (3-2) away from completing their “back-to-back” championship in the Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM) after sweeping 3-0 (25-21, 25-17, 25-20) the Mets de Guaynabo in the fifth game of the Finals at the Luis Aymat Cardona Coliseum, This […]

Dec 01, 2024

December 1, 2024.- FIVB Strategic Vision 2032: “Together as One” is an ambitious but realistic roadmap to elevate volleyball’s global impact over the next eight years. Read it in full here:FIVB Strategic Vision 2032. At its core, volleyball represents important values: collaboration, integration, peace and solidarity. The Vision focuses on empowering all stakeholders to work […]

Dec 01, 2024

December 1, 2024.- FIVB President Fabio Azevedo has taken key actions in his new role, which include meeting with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to share their bold vision for empowering the Global Volleyball Movement, among others. FIVB President Fabio Azevedo and Secretary General Hugh McCutcheon visited the Olympic House, where they met IOC President […]

Nov 30, 2024

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, November 29, 2024.- The Guaynabo Mets, showing their resilience, defeated the defending champions, Caribes de San Sebastián, 3-1 (25-20, 25-16, 15-25, 25-20) in the fourth game of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) Final Series at their home court, Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum. In the fourth set, leading the match 2 sets […]

Nov 28, 2024

SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, November 27, 2024.- The third match of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) Final Series at the Luis Aymat Cardona Coliseum went to the Caribes of San Sebastián, with a decisive 3-0 victory (25-17, 25-17, 25-20) over the Mets of Guaynabo. Both teams entered the game tied with one win apiece after […]

Nov 27, 2024

November 27, 2024.- The tournament will kick off on September 12 with the opening match between the host country, the Philippines, and Tunisia. The 32 national teams that will take part in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship, in the Philippines, are now familiar with what the start of their journeys in the tournament […]

Nov 26, 2024

PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, November 26, 2024.– In a letter addressed to the President of the Peruvian Institute of Sports (IPD), Federico Tong, the Panam Sports Executive Committee announced that the continental event will take place from July 16 to August 1, 2027. Following the Panam Sports Executive Committee meeting held last week in Punta […]

Nov 25, 2024

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, November 24, 2024. – The Mets of Guaynabo stepped up in the second match of the Puerto Rican Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) Finals, delivering a hard-fought 3-2 victory (25-22, 20-25, 20-25, 28-26, 18-16) against the defending champions, Caribes de San Sebastián, at the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum. They tied the series […]

Nov 23, 2024

PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, November 23, 2024.-  Three days of activities, more than 18 hours of presentations, 25 exhibitors and 130 attendees, are some of the numbers of the 3rd  Panam Sports Athletes Forum that took place this week in Punta Cana. These numbers translate into new knowledge and help to chart a clear path […]

Nov 23, 2024

SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, November 22, 2024. – The opening match of the Finals series in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) was claimed by the defending champions, Caribes de San Sebastián, with a 3-1 victory (18-25, 25-19, 25-22, 25-19) over the Mets de Guaynabo at the Luis Aymat Cardona court. This marked the 18th […]

Nov 22, 2024

Nov. 22, 2024: Head coach Tuomas Sammelvuo has announced his departure as head coach of the senior men’s program. “It is with a heavy heart that I’ve made the decision to step down as head coach of Team Canada,” said Sammelvuo. He and his wife welcomed a new baby into their family last month, which precipitated […]

Nov 19, 2024

November 19, 2024.- The newly formed FIVB Board of Administration met following the successful conclusion of the first-ever Global Volleyball Summit at the FIVB 39th World Congress. Chaired for the first time by the newly elected FIVB President Fabio Azevedo, the meeting focused on laying the groundwork for the next phase of the Global Volleyball Movement. The […]

Nov 19, 2024

YAUCO, Puerto Rico, November 18, 2024. – The Guaynabo Mets secured their spot in the finals of the Puerto Rico Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) by defeating Yauco Cafeteros 3-1 (25-21, 25-14, 24-26, 25-19) in Game 6 of the Semifinal Series at the Raúl “Pipote” Oliveras court.  Guaynabo was powered by double-digit performances from Gregory […]

Nov 17, 2024

PORTO, Portugal, November 17, 2024.- During the 39th FIVB World Congress, held in Porto, Portugal, from November 15 to 17, Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, President of the NORCECA Confederation, was reelected as First Vice President of the FIVB with an overwhelming 98% of the votes cast by the delegates in attendance.  Marte Hoffiz has held this […]

Nov 17, 2024

PORTO, Portugal, November 17, 2024.-  In an emotional ceremony held during the 39th FIVB World Congress, the NORCECA Confederation honored Dr. Ary Da Silva Graça, outgoing FIVB President, with its highest distinction: the “Golden Collar”, and declared him as President “Ad Vitam” of NORCECA. This recognition highlights his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the […]

Nov 17, 2024

PORTO, Portugal, November 17, 2024.-The second day of the 39th FIVB World Congress was filled with historic milestones as delegates voted for the future of FIVB Leadership. Fabio Azevedo was unanimously elected by acclamation as the new President of the FIVB, the FIVB Board of Administration and two Gender in Minority members were elected, marking the […]

Nov 17, 2024

PORTO, Portugal, November 17, 2024.- The second day of the 39th FIVB World Congress in Porto, Portugal, was a celebratory occasion, recognizing outstanding contributions to the sport. A highlight of the event was the presentation of numerous awards to individuals and organizations, with FIVB President Ary S. Graça F° receiving special recognition for his exceptional […]

Nov 16, 2024

PORTO, Portugal, November 16, 2024.- The 39th FIVB World Congress today elected Fabio Azevedo unanimously by acclamation as the new President of the FIVB, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the global volleyball community, while Hugh McCutcheon has been appointed as FIVB Secretary General. With resounding support from international volleyball delegates, Fabio […]

Nov 16, 2024

PORTO, Portugal, November 16, 2024.- The FIVB Volleyball Foundation Board held its first ever meeting in Portugal following the opening day of the 39th FIVB World Congress. This marked a significant step in the organization’s aim to serve the world through volleyball. At the meeting, the Board approved the principle of resource and coaching provision […]

Nov 16, 2024

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, November 15, 2024.- The Mets de Guaynabo took control of their semifinal series against Cafeteros de Yauco with a 3-2 lead, positioning themselves just one victory away from the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) finals after defeating them 3-1 (25-20, 19-25, 25-18, 25-13) at the Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum.  Following the win, […]

Nov 15, 2024

November 15, 2024.- The 39th FIVB World Congress today celebrated the remarkable progress made during FIVB President Dr Ary Graça’s 12-year mandate and the lasting legacy of innovation and opportunity he has given the global Volleyball Family. During Dr Ary Graça’s presidency, the world witnessed the global transformation of volleyball. Although his time at the […]

Nov 15, 2024

November 15, 2024.- FIVB President Dr Ary S. Graça F° today officially opened the 39th World FIVB Congress, where he warmly welcomed delegates to Porto, Portugal. The Congress brings together representatives from across the global Volleyball Family, as delegates from nearly 200 of the FIVB’s National Federations have gathered to shape the future of the […]

Nov 15, 2024

November 2024.- Under the visionary leadership of President Dr Ary S. Graça F°, the FIVB has made unprecedented changes to empower National Federations, athletes and its global volleyball community. Since his election in 2012, President Graça has championed initiatives that reflect his commitment to innovate, expand opportunities and ensure the growth of volleyball worldwide. Here is a […]

Nov 15, 2024

NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, November 14, 2024. – The reigning champions of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), the Caribes de San Sebastián, completed a sweep of the runner-up Changos de Naranjito in Semifinal B on Thursday, November 14, winning the series in four matches.  The Caribes dropped only two sets throughout the series and eliminated […]

Nov 14, 2024

November 14, 2024.- The countdown is on for the 39th FIVB World Congress, set to take place from 15-17 November 2024 in Porto, Portugal, where the global Volleyball Family will elect a new President of the FIVB for the period of 2024-2032. Alongside the presidential election, delegates will also vote to fill several key roles, […]

Nov 14, 2024

YAUCO, Puerto Rico, November 13, 2024.- Playing at home in the Raúl “Pipote” Oliveras Coliseum, Yauco Cafeteros rallied to secure a win in a decisive fifth set, defeating the Guaynabo Mets to even the series at two wins apiece. The Mets, who had previously swept Yauco 3-0, stumbled with 12 service errors and 19 attack […]

Nov 13, 2024

SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, November 12, 2024. – The Caribes of San Sebastián achieved their seventh consecutive set win over the Changos of Naranjito in Semifinal B of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), putting them one victory away from reaching the Kia Cup Grand Final after a 3-0 win (25-23, 25-20, 25-21).  San Sebastián […]

Nov 12, 2024

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, November 10, 2024.- The Mets de Guaynabo defended their home court at Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum to take control of Semifinal A in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) of Puerto Rico, leading the series 2-1 over Cafeteros de Yauco. The previous two games went to overtime, but this time was the […]

Nov 10, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, November 10, 2024.- Canadian Arran Chambers repeated his gold medal performance on the NORCECA Tour here in El Salvador, this time teaming up with Jake MacNeil to defeat the U.S. duo of Diego Perez and Ryan Ierna 2-0 (21-13, 21-13) at the eighth stop of the 2024 season, held from November 8 […]

Nov 09, 2024

NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, November 9, 2024.– The defending champions of the Puerto Rico Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM), Caribes de San Sebastián, led by double-digit offense from Jalen Penrose and Pelegrín Vargas with 23 and 15 points respectively, as well as 10 team blocks, quickly left the legendary Gelito Ortega court in Naranjito with a […]

Nov 09, 2024

YAUCO, Puerto Rico, November 8, 2024. – Cafeteros de Yauco came from behind at the Raúl “Pipote” Oliveras Coliseum to even the Semifinal A series of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League  (LVSM) at one win apiece against the Mets de Guaynabo in a match that extended to five sets. In the series opener, the Mets […]

Nov 08, 2024

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, November 8, 2024.- Both teams from Canada and the United States, the Guardado brothers from El Salvador, Mora/López from Nicaragua, and Costa Rica remain undefeated on the first day, advancing to the men’s quarterfinals of the eighth stop of the NORCECA Tour at the Beach Sports Stadium in the Flor Blanca Sports […]

Nov 08, 2024

SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, November 7, 2024.- In a match with the intensity of a final series, the champions and runners-up of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) faced off in a thrilling encounter that was decided in the maximum number of sets. The home team, Caribes of San Sebastián, emerged victorious. The match took place […]

Nov 07, 2024

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, November 6, 2024. – In the opening match of Semifinal A of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), the Guaynabo Mets successfully defended their home turf, Mario “Quijote” Morales Coliseum, rallying from behind in five sets against a tenacious Yauco Cafeteros. “A very tough game. We hadn’t played in over a week, […]

Nov 05, 2024

November 4, 2024.- Brittany Abercrombie, one of 23 newcomers this season, took Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball by storm. She rose to the top and never relinquished No. 1, winning the 2024 AU Pro Volleyball Championship. She finished with 4,521 leaderboard points, leading in all three leaderboard categories. Abercrombie is not only the first opposite to […]

Nov 02, 2024

YAUCO, Puerto Rico, November 2, 2024.- Cafeteros de Yauco secured their spot in the semifinal series of the Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM) on Friday night, November 1, defeating their archrivals, the Plataneros de Corozal, in a do-or-die match that went to the full five sets. This series saw three of the five matches go […]

Nov 01, 2024

October 31, 2024.- The race for the 2024 Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball Championship could not be tighter coming out of Week Four. The crown is up for grabs between Brittany Abercrombie and Betty De La Cruz-Mejía while the third- and fourth-place medals could be anyone’s game. Here’s how each team shook out the win points in Week Three to […]

Nov 01, 2024

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, November 1, 2024. – “I’m very grateful to receive this award. I just try to play my best and work as hard as I can, so I truly appreciate the recognition from those who voted for me,” said 6-foot-5 Spencer Olivier from the Plataneros de Corozal upon learning that he was […]

Oct 31, 2024

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 31, 2024.- The Plataneros of Corozal have accumulated their second award in the 2024 Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) Awards with the appointment of Eliud Ortiz as “Manager of the Year.” “First of all, I am grateful to God; it was a tough year from the U23 process until now. I’m […]

Oct 31, 2024

LARES, Puerto Rico, October 30, 2024.- The Yauco Cafeteros managed to extend their quarterfinal series in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) against the Corozal Plataneros, defeating them in four sets at the Félix Méndez Acevedo court. Another nail-biting match saw three of the four sets going into extra points. The scores were 26-24, 16-25, […]

Oct 30, 2024

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico. Wednesday, October 30, 2024.- In a landslide vote in the 2024 Year-End Awards of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), Plataneros de Corozal head coach Ramón “Monchito” Hernández Cruz was awarded the “Coach of the Year” title. The Bayamón native earned 70 votes to claim the honor. In second place was […]

Oct 29, 2024

MESA, Arizona, October 28, 2024.- There’s an old adage in sports that says it’s tough to beat a team three times in a season. The latest example has developed during the 2024 Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball season between opposite Brittany Abercrombie and outside hitter Bethania De La Cruz-Mejía.  Abercrombie had guided her team past De La Cruz-Mejía’s squad […]

Oct 29, 2024

MESA, Arizona, October 28, 2024.- Outside hitters Madi Kingdon Rishel and Temi Thomas-Ailara combined for 37 kills as Team Hentz swept Team Member-Meneh for a 75-66 victory in the opening match of Monday night’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball action at Arizona Athletic Grounds. Team Hentz picks up its first win of Week Four and improves to 1-2, while Team […]

Oct 29, 2024

SAN SEBASTIÁN, Puerto Rico, October 29, 2024. – In an impressive display of power and strategy on the Luis Aymat Cardona court, the Caribes swept the Gigantes de Carolina 3-0 in the quarterfinal series. The scores in this third game were 25-14, 25-23, and 25-22, once again showcasing the team’s dominance. Opposite hitter Jalen Penrose […]

Oct 29, 2024

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 29, 2024.- Kevin Rodríguez Cintrón, setter for the Mets de Guaynabo, has been selected as the 2024 “Setter of the Year” in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) in Puerto Rico. Rodríguez Cintrón dominated the LVSM’s Values of the Year voting, held by the Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV), receiving 77 […]

Oct 29, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024:  Female referees- Monique Martis and Chesley Augustine Antigua inked their names in the annals of the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA), when they were the two who officiate in the 2024 Men’s Final. The historic occasion came in Senior Men’s Championships at the YMCA Sports Complex, as […]

Oct 28, 2024

YAUCO, Puerto Rico, October 28, 2024.- Yauco and Corozal faced off in another five-set thriller in the quarterfinals of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) at the Raúl “Pipote” Oliveras court in this municipality, with the visiting Plataneros of Corozal emerging victorious once again. This was the third match in the series. Corozal won the […]

Oct 28, 2024

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 28, 2024.- Gianluca Grasso, outside hitter for the Guaynabo Mets, was named the “Comeback Player of the Year” for the 2024 season in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) of the Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV). Grasso, who was an All-American hitter with USC’s men’s volleyball program before graduating in 2019, […]

Oct 28, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024:  Antigua and Barbuda’s captain – Adrian Constant had the accolade of MVP bestowed on him when the 20e 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships concluded here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Apart from the prestigious individual award, Constant accepted the trophy as the Best […]

Oct 27, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024:  Antigua and Barbuda withstood any challenge thrown by Dominica, to walk off the court at the YMCA Sports Complex, as gold medalist of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships. In a final filled with twists and turns, ebbs and flows, Antigua and Barbuda […]

Oct 27, 2024

CAROLINA, Puerto Rico, October 27, 2024.- While the Mets de Guaynabo and Changos de Naranjito completed their third quarterfinal victories to advance to the next stage of the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM), the Caribes de San Sebastián had to dig deep to defeat Gigantes at the Guillermo Angulo Coliseum in this municipality. At the […]

Oct 27, 2024

MESA, Arizona, October 27, 2024.- The triumvirate of outside hitters Claire Hoffman and Brooke Nuneviller and opposite Brittany Abercrombie combined to post 46 kills with a .421 hitting percentage to propel Team Abercrombie to a convincing 77-53 victory over Team Hentz in the finale of Sunday’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball doubleheader at Arizona Athletic Grounds.  The win lifted Team Abercrombie’s Week […]

Oct 27, 2024

MESA, Arizona, October 27, 2024.- Team De La Cruz-Mejía coasted to a 75-52 victory against Team Member-Meneh to begin Sunday’s Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball doubleheader at Arizona Athletic Grounds. The victory moves Team De La Cruz-Mejía to 2-0 in Week Four, while Team Member-Meneh falls to 0-2. Opposite Willow Johnson totaled a match-high 14 kills on a […]

Oct 27, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024:  St Lucia crossed the line over Grenada, to take the bronze medal match, 3-2 (23-25, 25-23, 25-22, 15-25, 15-8), in the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. In a ding down tussle for the third spot, Grenada charged […]

Oct 27, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024: Covering all their bases, Dominica put together an efficient performance to blank Grenada, and waltz into the final of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. Winning 3-0(25-18, 25-19, 25-23), meant that Dominica chalked up their fifth win […]

Oct 27, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 27, 2024:  Keeping calm when things were against them, Antigua and Barbuda was able to carve out their destiny, to close out St Lucia, and reach the final of 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. In a battle of wits […]

Oct 27, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 26, 2024:  St Lucia formalized their semi-final place with a disciplined win versus St Maarten in the final preliminary round match of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex, Despite some stumbles along the way, and rear -guard action from […]

Oct 27, 2024

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 27, 2024: William Rivera, outside hitter for the Gigantes de Adjuntas, was selected on Sunday, as the “player with Most Improvement” of the 2024 season of the Men’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSM) by the Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV). Rivera, who stands 6 feet tall and recently turned 24 in […]

Oct 27, 2024

NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, October 26, 2024: The Cafeteros de Yauco evened their quarterfinal series in the Men’s Volleyball Superior League  (LVSM) to one win apiece, as they avenged their previous loss to the Plataneros de Corozal with a four-set victory. Cafeteros and Plataneros had previously staged a five-set thriller, with Plataneros taking the first match; […]

Oct 27, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 26, 2024: It started as a battle between the unbeaten teams in Pool A of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. But when the last point was scored, it was Antigua and Barbuda that kept the spotless run intact […]

Oct 27, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 25, 2024:  Bermuda completed their sojourn in the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championship here at the YMCA Sports Complex, with a 3-0 (26-24, 25-12, 25-13) win over the British Virgin Islands. It meant that the Bermudans ended the championship with a 2:2 win/ loss ratio. […]

Oct 27, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 26, 2024:  Dominica finished the preliminary round of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex, by topping Pool B. A painless 3-0(25-7, 25-5, 25-7) win over Saba, saw Dominica ending with a 4:0 win/ loss ratio. In sheering dominance, Dominica […]

Oct 26, 2024

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 26, 2024. – Gregory Torres Cruzado, outside hitter for the Guaynabo Mets, was named “Rookie of the Year” for the 2024 season in the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM) of the Puerto Rican Volleyball Federation (FPV). Torres Cruzado, 20 years old and standing 6’4”, led the 2024 Values of the […]

Oct 26, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 25, 2024:  Efficient execution in all facets of the game, saw Dominica carving out a 3-1(25-23, 25-17, 23-25, 25-20) over St. Lucia, to lead Pool B of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. St. Lucia though pushed Dominica in […]

Oct 26, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 25, 2024:  Antigua and Barbuda looked out of it after losing the first sets to Bermuda, but found the will in Pool A of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. As such, Match 13 proved to be thus far […]

Oct 26, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 24, 2024:  The race for the top spot in Pool A of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championship here at the YMCA Sports Complex, remains a tight one. This, as Antigua and Barbuda, as well as Grenada, remain the teams to stay perfect in that […]

Oct 26, 2024

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, October 24 2024:  Dominica and St. Lucia have taken the lead in Pool B of the 2024 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s Championships here at the YMCA Sports Complex. This as both have recorded two wins to stay as the unbeaten outfits in Pool B. Dominica beat Anguilla […]