US Virgin Islands finishes seventh place beating Honduras

US Virgin Islands finishes seventh place beating Honduras

May 14, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 14, 2023.- U.S. Virgin Islands finished seventh place beating Honduras 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-17) at Dolores Martinez Coliseum in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico.

Mexico downs Puerto Rico to battle for the U19 NORCECA Pan Am title against USA

Mexico downs Puerto Rico to battle for the U19 NORCECA Pan Am title against USA

May 13, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 13, 2023- Mexico defeated host Puerto Rico in four hard-fought sets 3-1 (25-23, 25-21, 18-25, 25-23) to battle for the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American title against the United States in Puerto Rico.

USA defeats Costa Rica in three sets to reach the Gold Medal match

USA defeats Costa Rica in three sets to reach the Gold Medal match

May 13, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 13, 2023.- United States defeated Costa Rica in three sets 25-14, 25-20, 25-6 to reach the gold medal match of the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico.

Canada will face Dominican Republic for fifth place

Canada will face Dominican Republic for fifth place

May 13, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 13, 2023.- Canada beat the U.S. Virgin Islands in straight sets 25-12, 25-16 and 25-13 to play for fifth place against the Dominican Republic at the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico.

Dominican Republic will play for fifth place

Dominican Republic will play for fifth place

May 13, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 13, 2023.- Dominican Republic will play for the fifth place after defeating Honduras 3-0 (25-9, 25-9, 25-7) of the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico.

Costa Rica causes major upset to Dominican Republic and moves into semifinals

Costa Rica causes major upset to Dominican Republic and moves into semifinals

May 12, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 12, 2023.- Costa Rica caused a major upset defeating Dominican Republic in five thrilling sets 3-2 (20-25, 28-26, 22-25, 25-22, 15-13) to move into semifinals of the U19 Girls NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico.

Mexico reaches semifinals in dramatic five set win over Canada

Mexico reaches semifinals in dramatic five set win over Canada

May 12, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 12, 2023.- Mexico reached the semifinals with a dramatic five-set quarterfinal win over Canada 3-2 (23-25, 25-17, 29-27, 23-25, 15-12) at the U19 Girls’ NORCECA Pan American Cup on Friday in Puerto Rico.

Puerto Rico headed to semifinals undefeated

Puerto Rico headed to semifinals undefeated

May 11, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 11, 2023.- Host Puerto Rico beat Honduras 3-0 (25-10, 25-12, 25-9) on Thursday to reach the semifinals undefeated of the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup at Dolores Martinez Coliseum in Juana Diaz.

Rodriguez carries Dominicans over Canada with 29 pts

Rodriguez carries Dominicans over Canada with 29 pts

May 11, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 11, 2023.- On a new tournament-high of 29 points, opposite hitter Ariana Rodriguez carried Dominican Republic over Canada 3-0 (25-17, 29-27, 25-14) at the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico.

United States claim their place in semifinals

United States claim their place in semifinals

May 11, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 11, 2023.- United States claimed their place in the semifinals of the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup beating Mexico 3-0 (25-14, 25-11, 25-17) at Dolores Martinez Coliseum in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico.

Costa Rica moves into quarterfinals

Costa Rica moves into quarterfinals

May 11, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 11, 2023.- Costa Rica moved into the quarterfinals of the U19 Girls’ NORCECA Pan American Cup after defeating the U.S. Virgin Islands 3-0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-15) at Dolores Martinez Coliseum in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico.

Grace Lopez scores 26 points in Puerto Rico´s victory to Dominican Republic

Grace Lopez scores 26 points in Puerto Rico´s victory to Dominican Republic

May 10, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 10, 2023.- Opposite hitter Grace Lopez scored a tournament-high of 26 points in Puerto Rico’s victory over Dominican Republic 3-1 (25-20, 19-25, 26-24, 25-12) to improve their record 2-0 in pool B of the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico.

Canada scores first win at U19 Pan Am Cup

Canada scores first win at U19 Pan Am Cup

May 10, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 10, 2023.- Canada scored their first win after defeating Honduras 3-0 (25-10, 25-7, 25-13) at the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico.

Second victory for Mexico defeating U.S. Virgin Islands

Second victory for Mexico defeating U.S. Virgin Islands

May 10, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Mexico, May 10, 2023.- Mexico defeated the U.S. Virgin Islands 3-0 (25-15, 25-14, 25-17) in their second victory at the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico.

United States beats Costa Rica in second strong win

United States beats Costa Rica in second strong win

May 10, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 10, 2023.- The United States beat Costa Rica 3-0 (25-13, 25-13, 25-12) in their second strong win at the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico.

Puerto Rico prevails in straight sets against Canada

Puerto Rico prevails in straight sets against Canada

May 09, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 9, 2023.- Puerto Rico prevailed in straight sets (25-20, 25-17, 25- 21) against Canada in pool B of the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup at the Dolores Martinez Coliseum in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico.

Dominicans defeat Honduras in their opening match

Dominicans defeat Honduras in their opening match

May 09, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 9, 2023.- Dominican Republic defeated Honduras 3-0 (25-10, 25-6, 25-9) in their opening match at the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup at the Dolores Martinez Coliseum in Juana Díaz, Puerto Rico.

Mexico debuts winning over Costa Rica

Mexico debuts winning over Costa Rica

May 09, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 9, 2023.- Mexico won 3-0 (25-19, 25-14, 25-15) over Costa Rica in their debut at the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup being held at Dolores Martínez Coliseum in Juana Díaz, Puerto Rico.

USA opens U19 Pan Am Cup with strength

USA opens U19 Pan Am Cup with strength

May 09, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 9, 2023.- United States opened the Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup with strength over the U.S. Virgin Islands 3-0 (25-6, 25-18, 25-12) on Tuesday at Dolores Martinez Coliseum in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico.

Inspections ahead of U19 Girls’ NORCECA Pan Am Cup

Inspections ahead of U19 Girls’ NORCECA Pan Am Cup

May 07, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 7, 2023. – The NORCECA control committee held inspection visits on Sunday in preparation ahead of the U19 Girls’ NORCECA Pan American Cup that runs from May 9 to 15.

FIVB Hosts Second Zonal Association Presidents Seminar

FIVB Hosts Second Zonal Association Presidents Seminar

May 04, 2023

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, May 4, 2023.- The FIVB this week hosted the second Zonal Association Presidents’ Seminar in a hybrid format with most participants connecting online while the African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB) Zonal Association Presidents joined from the FIVB Headquarters where they are currently taking part in a three-day mentoring program.

Canada and Brazil will face off in Gatineau ahead of VNL

Canada and Brazil will face off in Gatineau ahead of VNL

May 04, 2023

GATINEAU, Canada, May 4, 2023.- Ahead of the highly anticipated Volleyball Nationals League (VNL) 2023, Canada will host volleyball powerhouse Brazil at the Centre Sportif de Gatineau, which also serves as the men’s training centre.

Girls U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup to be held in Puerto Rico

Girls U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup to be held in Puerto Rico

May 01, 2023

JUANA DIAZ, Puerto Rico, May 1, 2023.- The Girls’ U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup will be held in Juana Díaz, Puerto Rico from May 9-15 at the Dolores “Toyita” Martínez Coliseum.

International Coaching Symposium Registration is Now Open in Canada

International Coaching Symposium Registration is Now Open in Canada

Apr 26, 2023

OTTAWA, Ontario, April 26, 2023.- Registration is now open for the 4th edition of the International Coaching Symposium (ICS), held in conjunction with the upcoming 2023 Volleyball Nations League event in Ottawa, Ontario. The ICS will run from Friday, June 9 to Sunday, June 11 at the University of Ottawa (Montpetit Hall).

Canadian Men’s Indoor NextGen Team Selected for 2023

Canadian Men’s Indoor NextGen Team Selected for 2023

Apr 19, 2023

CANADA, April 19, 2023.-  Volleyball Canada is pleased to announce the athletes named to its 2023 Men’s NextGen squad. This team begins training in Gatineau, Quebec, on June 5, and will be attending the following competitions:

FIVB Volleyball Empowerment Stirs Domino Effect On Canadian Women’s Volleyball

FIVB Volleyball Empowerment Stirs Domino Effect On Canadian Women’s Volleyball

Apr 13, 2023

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 13, 2023.- Volleyball Canada President Mark Eckert spoke to FIVB.com on how they are building a successful program with Volleyball Empowerment support.

Dominican Republic announces U19 Girls team

Dominican Republic announces U19 Girls team

Apr 10, 2023

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, April 10, 2023.- The Project of National teams of the Dominican Republic announced their U19 Girls team that will represent their country in the 2023 Girls U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup.

NORCECA Girls' U19 Canadian Roster

NORCECA Girls' U19 Canadian Roster

Apr 04, 2023

CANADA, April 4, 2023.- Volleyball Canada is excited to announce the 12 athletes selected to compete at the 2023 Girls' NORCECA Pan American Cup from May 7 to 15, 2023 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Twenty Talented U19 Players on USA Roster for Girls Pan Am Cup

Twenty Talented U19 Players on USA Roster for Girls Pan Am Cup

Apr 04, 2023

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, April 4, 2023. – USA Volleyball is proud to announce the 20 athletes selected for the 2023 Girls U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup Roster.

Pools set for U21 men’s, U19 men’s and U19 women’s World Champs

Pools set for U21 men’s, U19 men’s and U19 women’s World Champs

Mar 31, 2023

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 31, 2023.- The drawing for the FIVB World Championships men’s U21 and U19 age categories, as well as that for the U19 women’s competition were conducted in Lausanne on Friday and were streamed live on the **Volleyball World YouTube channel**.

Mushtaque Mohammed inducted into Sports Hall of Fame in T&T

Mushtaque Mohammed inducted into Sports Hall of Fame in T&T

Mar 30, 2023

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago, March 30, 2023.- Mushtaque Mohammed, the former T&T Volleyball Federation President and current president of the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association CAZOVA was inducted into the First Citizens Sport Foundation Hall of Fame in Trinidad and Tobago.

<strong>Italian Coach to join Puerto Rico’s National Team Program</strong>

Italian Coach to join Puerto Rico’s National Team Program

Mar 29, 2023

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 29, 2023.- Dr. César H. Trabanco president of the National Voleibol Federation of Puerto Rico announced on Sunday, that Italian coach Luca Cristofani will join the National Team Program this summer.

<strong>FIVB Announces Qualification Process and Competition Format for Inaugural Volleyball U17 World Championships in 2024</strong>

FIVB Announces Qualification Process and Competition Format for Inaugural Volleyball U17 World Championships in 2024

Mar 28, 2023

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 28, 2023.- The FIVB has officially announced the qualification process and competition format for the inaugural editions of the FIVB Volleyball Girls’ and Boys’ U17 World Championships which are set to be held between July and August next year.

<strong>Participating Teams revealed for FIVB Age Group World Championships 2023</strong>

Participating Teams revealed for FIVB Age Group World Championships 2023

Mar 24, 2023

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 24, 2023.- The FIVB has revealed a strong lineup of teams for this year’s Age Group World Championships with the world’s rising volleyball stars from all five continents set to showcase their talent on the global stage.

<strong>Tread Rosenthal earns MVP award at NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup</strong>

Tread Rosenthal earns MVP award at NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup

Mar 18, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 18, 2023.- Tread Rosenthal team captain of the United States earned the Most Valuable Player MVP Award on Saturday after his team won back to back at the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup title in Guatemala.

<strong>United States wins back to back NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American title</strong>

United States wins back to back NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American title

Mar 18, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 18, 2023.- United States beat Mexico 3-0 (25-23, 25-22, 25-20) to win back to back Boys U19 Pan American title on Saturday in Guatemala City.

<strong>Puerto Rico battles five sets to win the Bronze Medal</strong>

Puerto Rico battles five sets to win the Bronze Medal

Mar 18, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 18, 2023.- Puerto Rico battled five sets against Costa Rica 3-2 (24-26, 25-22, 18-25, 25-22, 15-12) to win the bronze medal of the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup on Saturday in Guatemala.

<strong>Guatemala takes fifth place over Nicaragua</strong>

Guatemala takes fifth place over Nicaragua

Mar 18, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 18, 2023.- Hosts Guatemala took fifth place over Nicaragua 3-0 (26-24, 25-21, 25-22) at the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup on Saturday.

<strong>Belize finishes 7th place after defeating Suriname in straight sets</strong>

Belize finishes 7th place after defeating Suriname in straight sets

Mar 18, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 18, 2023.- Belize finished seventh place at the NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup after defeating Suriname 3-0 (25-19, 25-22, 25-18) on Saturday in Guatemala.

<strong>All Female Referees officiate NORCECA Boys U19 Pan Am Cup matches</strong>

All Female Referees officiate NORCECA Boys U19 Pan Am Cup matches

Mar 17, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 17, 2023.- Female referees were appointed as first referee of all the matches during the penultimate day of competition at the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup in Guatemala.

<strong>United States with perfect record makes it into Gold medal match</strong>

United States with perfect record makes it into Gold medal match

Mar 17, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 17, 2023.- The United States will play in the NORCECA U19 Pan Am Cup gold medal match with a perfect record after defeating Costa Rica 3-0 (25-19, 25-19, 25-15) in Friday's semifinal in Guatemala.

<strong>Mexico outclass Puerto Rico in semis to reach their second consecutive U19 Pan Am Cup finals</strong>

Mexico outclass Puerto Rico in semis to reach their second consecutive U19 Pan Am Cup finals

Mar 17, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 17, 2023.- Mexico outclassed Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-22, 25-14, 31-29) in semifinals to reach their second consecutive NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup finals in Guatemala.

<strong>Hosts Guatemala downs Belize to battle Nicaragua for fifth place</strong>

Hosts Guatemala downs Belize to battle Nicaragua for fifth place

Mar 17, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 17, 2023.- Hosts Guatemala downed Belize 3-0 (25-23, 25-16, 25-17) to battle against Nicaragua for fifth place of the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup.

<strong>Nicaragua beats Suriname in five sets to play for fifth place</strong>

Nicaragua beats Suriname in five sets to play for fifth place

Mar 17, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 17, 2023.- Nicaragua beat Suriname 3-2 (28-26, 20-25, 25-18, 19-25, 15-7) to play for fifth place at the NORCECA U19 Boys Pan American Cup in Guatemala City.

<strong>The Pools for the 2023 Olympic Qualifying Tournaments are here</strong>

The Pools for the 2023 Olympic Qualifying Tournaments are here

Mar 17, 2023

LAUSANE, Switzerland, March 17, 2023.- The Drawing of Lots for the Olympic Qualifying Tournament has now taken place, as the world’s best vie for a spot in Paris 2024 and there is sure to be a lot of conversation in the coming days and weeks from the teams, players and the  global volleyball community as to what it means for the teams. 

<strong>Costa Rica beats hosts Guatemala to advance into semifinals</strong>

Costa Rica beats hosts Guatemala to advance into semifinals

Mar 16, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 16, 2023.- Costa Rica beat hosts Guatemala 3-0 (25-21, 25-13, 25-21) to advance into the semifinals of the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup in the Guatemala City Dome.

<strong>Mexico secures their place in semifinals</strong>

Mexico secures their place in semifinals

Mar 16, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 16, 2023.- Mexico secured their place in the NORCECA U19 Boys Pan American Cup semifinals defeating Nicaragua 3-0 (25-13, 25-20, 25-15) in the quarterfinals on Friday in Guatemala.

<strong>Development Center conducted Level I course in Santiago</strong>

Development Center conducted Level I course in Santiago

Mar 15, 2023

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 15, 2023.- The NORCECA/FIVB Regional Volleyball Development Center conducted a Level I course for Physical Education professors with the joint effort from the Volleyball Association of Santiago, Dominican Republic.

<strong>Puerto Rico wins semifinal spot over Guatemala</strong>

Puerto Rico wins semifinal spot over Guatemala

Mar 15, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 15, 2023.- Puerto Rico won a semifinal spot at the NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup beating Guatemala 3-0 (25-19, 25-18, 25-16) on Wednesday at the Guatemala City Dome.

<strong>Nicaragua third in pool B will face Mexico in quarterfinals </strong>

Nicaragua third in pool B will face Mexico in quarterfinals 

Mar 15, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 15, 2023.- Nicaragua finished third in pool B beating Suriname 3-0 (25-22, 25-18, 25-22) and will face Mexico in quarterfinals at the NORCECA U19 Boys Pan American Cup in Guatemala.

<strong>Mexico defeats Belize and finishes second in pool A </strong>

Mexico defeats Belize and finishes second in pool A 

Mar 15, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 15, 2023.- Mexico defeated Belize 3-0 (25-13, 25-14, 25-15) and finished second in pool A of the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup in Guatemala.

<strong>United States earns ticket into semifinals winning pool A</strong>

United States earns ticket into semifinals winning pool A

Mar 15, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 15, 2023.- United States earned a ticket into semifinals winning pool A after defeating Costa Rica 3-0 (25-18, 25-20, 25-17) at the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup on Wednesday in Guatemala City.

<strong>Guatemala picks up second win at NORCECA U19 Pan Am Cup</strong>

Guatemala picks up second win at NORCECA U19 Pan Am Cup

Mar 14, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 14, 2023.- Guatemala picked up their second win defeating Nicaragua 3-1 (21-25, 25-20, 25-18, 25-18) at the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup on Tuesday night at the Guatemala City Dome.

<strong>Costa Rica wins five-set thriller to Belize</strong>

Costa Rica wins five-set thriller to Belize

Mar 14, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 14, 2023.- Costa Rica won a five-set thriller 3-2 (25-14, 21-25, 30-32, 25-18, 15-11) over Central American rival Belize at the NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup in Guatemala.

<strong>United States battles to down Mexico in pool A</strong>

United States battles to down Mexico in pool A

Mar 14, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 14, 2023.- The United States battled to down Mexico 3-1 (23-25, 25-19, 25-19, 25-20) on Tuesday in pool A at the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup in Guatemala.

<strong>Puerto Rico records second win at NORCECA U19 Pan Am Cup</strong>

Puerto Rico records second win at NORCECA U19 Pan Am Cup

Mar 14, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 14, 2023.- Puerto Rico scored their second win at the NORCECA Boys U19 Pan American Cup beating Suriname 3-0 (25-17, 26-24, 25-19).

<strong>Guatemala opens NORCECA U19 Pan Am Cup strong</strong>

Guatemala opens NORCECA U19 Pan Am Cup strong

Mar 13, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 13, 2023.- Host Guatemala opened the NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup with a strong 3-0 (25-19, 25-8, 25-14) victory over Suriname on Monday night at the Guatemala City Dome.

<strong>Puerto Rico recovers to beat Nicaragua</strong>

Puerto Rico recovers to beat Nicaragua

Mar 13, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 13, 2023.- Puerto Rico recovered from falling in the first set to beat Nicaragua 3-1 (21-25, 25-19, 25-16, 25-20) in their opening match at the NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup being held at the Guatemala City Dome.

<strong>Mexico wins battle to Costa Rica</strong>

Mexico wins battle to Costa Rica

Mar 13, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 13, 2023.- Mexico won the battle to Costa Rica 3-0 (25-23, 25-20, 25-16) to start the NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup in Guatemala City.

<strong>USA starts NORCECA U19 Pan Am Cup with straight set win over Belize</strong>

USA starts NORCECA U19 Pan Am Cup with straight set win over Belize

Mar 13, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 13, 2023.- The United States started the NORCECA U19 Pan American Cup with a straight set win 3-0 (25-11, 25-21, 25-22) in pool A over Belize at Guatemala City Dome.

<strong>U19 NORCECA PAN AM Cup serves as test of new FIVB rule</strong>

U19 NORCECA PAN AM Cup serves as test of new FIVB rule

Mar 12, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 12, 2023.- The Boys U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup will serve for coaches and teams to better prepare for a new volleyball rule that will be implemented and tested as during this year’s age group FIVB World Championship.

<strong>Coaches ready to compete at the Boys U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup</strong>

Coaches ready to compete at the Boys U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup

Mar 12, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 12, 2023.- Coaches of the eight teams attending the Boys U19 NORCECA Pan American Cupare ready for the event that opens on Monday with United States facing Belize. 

<strong>Guatemala welcomes Boys U19 NORCECA Continental Championship</strong>

Guatemala welcomes Boys U19 NORCECA Continental Championship

Mar 09, 2023

CIUDAD DE GUATEMALA, Guatemala, March 9, 2023. – The National Volleyball Federation of Guatemala welcomed the Boys U19 NORCECA Continental Championship to be held from March 11-19 during a press conference.

<strong>Women’s International Day webinar for International Female Referees</strong>

Women’s International Day webinar for International Female Referees

Mar 08, 2023

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 8, 2023.- In commemoration of Women’s International Day the NORCECA Referee Commission held a webinar on Tuesday for international female referees with the theme of “Sharing Our Stories” to provide helpful information to support their growth and development.

<strong>Olympic Qualifier Tournament Host Countries Revealed</strong>

Olympic Qualifier Tournament Host Countries Revealed

Mar 08, 2023

LUSANNE, Switzerland, March 8, 2023.- Volleyball World and the FIVB have confirmed the remaining hosts of the FIVB Road to Paris Volleyball Qualifier events set for later this year with Brazil, China and Poland joining Japan in welcoming the world’s best teams who will be fiercely competing for a place at the Olympic Games Paris 2024.

<strong>IOC President visits NORCECA headquarters</strong>

IOC President visits NORCECA headquarters

Mar 07, 2023

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 7, 2023.- Thomas Bach, president of International Olympic Committee -IOC- visited the NORCECA Volleyball Confederation facilities whose headquarters are in Dominican Republic.

<strong>Bach congratulates “Reinas del Caribe”, ranked top 10 in world ranking</strong>

Bach congratulates “Reinas del Caribe”, ranked top 10 in world ranking

Mar 07, 2023

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic,March 7, 2023.- International Olympic Committee president, Thomas Bach of Germany, said to be highly satisfied that the Dominican women’s volleyball national team has qualified for three Olympic Games, indicating the Project of National teams of Dominican Republic as “very productive”.

<strong>Boys U19 NORCECA Championship to be held in Guatemala</strong>

Boys U19 NORCECA Championship to be held in Guatemala

Mar 07, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, March 7, 2023. – The 2023 Boys U19 NORCECA Continental Championship will be held in Guatemala from March 11-19 at the Guatemala City Dome with eight teams competing for two berths to the 2025 FIVB U19 Boys World Championship.

<strong>Alondra Tapia wins crown in Japan; MVP and honor student</strong>

Alondra Tapia wins crown in Japan; MVP and honor student

Mar 05, 2023

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 5, 2023.- Alondra Tapia, tall and lean junior volleyball player, arrived in Dominican Republic after ending a dream year in Japan, where she was selected the Most Valuable Player of the Collegiate League with Furukawa-Gakuen High School while winning the crown after a 23-year drought, and graduating from high school with honors.

<strong>MIKASA and NORCECA Signing Ceremony</strong>

MIKASA and NORCECA Signing Ceremony

Mar 03, 2023

Hiroshima, Japan, March 3, 2023- MIKASA CORPORATION (MIKASA) and the North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation (NORCECA) announced a massive 8-year agreement on February 27, 2023. After signing the agreement, both parties shook hands firmly for building a deep relationship.

<strong>Cuban professors certified as Volleyball Level I Coaches</strong>

Cuban professors certified as Volleyball Level I Coaches

Feb 27, 2023

HAVANA, Cuba, February 27, 2023.- The international volleyball workshop for coaches Level I that took place in Havana, concluded successfully this past weekend.

<strong>NORCECA and Mikasa establish a historical long-term partnership</strong>

NORCECA and Mikasa establish a historical long-term partnership

Feb 27, 2023

Hiroshima, Japan, February 27, 2023- NORCECA and Mikasa Corporation have announced a historical long-term partnership for eight years 2023-2030. The agreement between the governing body for volleyball in the North, Central American and Caribbean Continental Region and one of Japan’s leading manufacturers was signed in a special ceremony held at MIKASA Headquarters in the city of Hiroshima, Japan.

<strong>NORCECA and Mikasa establish a historical long-term partnership</strong>

NORCECA and Mikasa establish a historical long-term partnership

Feb 27, 2023

Hiroshima, Japan, February 27, 2023- NORCECA and Mikasa Corporation have announced a historical long-term partnership for eight years 2023-2030. The agreement between the governing body for volleyball in the North, Central American and Caribbean Continental Region and one of Japan’s leading manufacturers was signed in a special ceremony held at MIKASA Headquarters in the city of Hiroshima, Japan.

<strong>Workshop for Level I Volleyball Coaches in Cuba</strong>

Workshop for Level I Volleyball Coaches in Cuba

Feb 23, 2023

HAVANA, Cuba, February 23, 2023. – As part of a project to improve and categorization of the Cuban Volleyball Federation (FCV), an international workshop for Level I Coaches was inaugurated with 36 professors from different provinces of Cuba and of the Municipality for Youth of the Island.

<strong>Development Center conducts innovative Sports Medicine Workshop</strong>

Development Center conducts innovative Sports Medicine Workshop

Feb 20, 2023

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, February 20, 2023.- The NORCECA/FIVB Regional Volleyball Development Center in Dominican Republic in a joint effort with the Dominican Volleyball National Federation (FEDOVOLI) conducted this past Saturday a Sports Medicine Workshop with 48 doctors and physical therapists.

<strong>The fifth season of the Volleyball Nations League will start on May 30 </strong>

The fifth season of the Volleyball Nations League will start on May 30 

Feb 16, 2023

LAUSANE, Switzerland, February 16, 2023-The women’s national teams of Germany and the Netherlands will get the fifth season of the Volleyball Nations League underway on May 30. The two European teams will meet in a Pool 2 match in Nagoya, Japan, starting at 16:10 local time (07:10 UTC) to begin the race towards the Finals. 

<strong>Volleyball and Beach Volleyball Olympic Pictograms Unveiled</strong>

Volleyball and Beach Volleyball Olympic Pictograms Unveiled

Feb 10, 2023

LAUSANE, Switzerland, February 10, 2023.- Volleyball and Beach Volleyball will be present at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 with stylish new visual identities. The organizers revealed the 47 different sports pictograms, each of which is meant as “a badge of honor”, representing not only a sporting discipline but also a family, a sense of pride, a set of values and a community. It is a symbol of each wearer belonging to a chosen sporting family, and a sign of affinity with a great and beautiful sporting community.”

<strong>Mireya Luis Hernandez Named Among Top 10 Cuban Athletes In History</strong>

Mireya Luis Hernandez Named Among Top 10 Cuban Athletes In History

Feb 08, 2023

Lausanne Switzerland, February 8, 2023.-Volleyball legend and the FIVB Executive Vice-President Mireya Luis Hernandez has been named among the 10 best Cuban athletes of all time.

<strong>Félix Sabio prepares proposals for AFECAVOL</strong>

Félix Sabio prepares proposals for AFECAVOL

Jan 18, 2023

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, January 18, 2023.- AFECAVOL President Félix Sabio held an important working session in Guatemala with AFECAVOL General Secretary Carlos Enrique Santis Rangel to present several proposals for the improvement of volleyball in the Central American zone.

<strong>Nicola Negro to coach Mexican Women’s National Team</strong>

Nicola Negro to coach Mexican Women’s National Team

Jan 04, 2023

MONTERREY, Mexico, January 4, 2023.- The Mexican Volleyball Federation announced that Italian Nicola Negro has been hired as the new coach for their women's volleyball team.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2023

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2023

Dec 15, 2022

Dear NORCECA National Federation Presidents, Members of NORCECA Excecutive Committee & Board of Administration, Members of NORCECA Commission and Technical Staff. At the end of a very fruitful year 2022, as President of NORCECA we are pleased to render our 2022 NORCECA Activities Report covering all the events held by NORCECA during the year. The […]

<strong>Workshop for Coaches Conducted by Regional Development Center</strong>

Workshop for Coaches Conducted by Regional Development Center

Dec 12, 2022

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, December 12, 2022.- the NORCECA-FIVB Regional Volleyball Development Center in Dominican Republic in a joint effort with the National District Volleyball Association held this past saturday a workshop for coaches from their affiliate clubs.

<strong>NORCECA deeply mourns the loss of Roosevelt Comarazamy</strong>

NORCECA deeply mourns the loss of Roosevelt Comarazamy

Nov 14, 2022

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, November 14, 2022.- The NORCECA Volleyball Confederation is in mourning for the loss of one of the best sports journalists of the Dominican Republic and a member of our family.

José Pablo Pérez MVP: “We are family”

José Pablo Pérez MVP: “We are family”

Oct 24, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 24, 2022.- José Pablo Pérez, opposite of Guatemala was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship, helping his team win the gold medal, the last time was in 2015.

Guatemala, Nicaragua and Panama win the medals

Guatemala, Nicaragua and Panama win the medals

Oct 24, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 24, 2022.- Guatemala was crowned undefeated champion at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship, while Nicaragua finished second place and Panama in third.

Nicaragua wins silver medal beating Belize 3-0

Nicaragua wins silver medal beating Belize 3-0

Oct 24, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 24, 2022.- Nicaragua beat Belize 3-0 (25-15, 25-17, 25-12) to finish second place at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Panama wins 3-0 against Honduras to reach the podium

Panama wins 3-0 against Honduras to reach the podium

Oct 24, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 24, 2022.- Panama defeated Honduras 3-0 (25-22, 25-15, 25-09) to win at least the bronze medal at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Costa Rica ends with 3-0 victory over El Salvador

Costa Rica ends with 3-0 victory over El Salvador

Oct 24, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, 24 de octubre 2022.- Costa Rica beat El Salvador 3-0 (27-25, 25-21, 25-22) to finish with three wins and three losses at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.  

<strong>Nicaragua secures bronze medal defeating Honduras 3-0</strong>

Nicaragua secures bronze medal defeating Honduras 3-0

Oct 23, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 23, 2022.- Nicaragua earned a 3-0 (25-20, 25-22, 25-19) victory over Honduras to stand with four wins and one loss, securing the bronze medal at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Panama beat Costa Rica 3-0

Panama beat Costa Rica 3-0

Oct 23, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 23, 2022.- Panama beat Costa Rica 3-0 (25-13, 25-11, 25-16) on day six of the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Guatemala AFECAVOL U21 undefeated Champion

Guatemala AFECAVOL U21 undefeated Champion

Oct 23, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 23, 2022.- Guatemala left no doubts, and despite falling in the first set, they recovered for a 3-1 (20-25, 25-20, 25-19, 25-18) victory against El Salvador to win the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship undefeated.

Nicaragua wins five-set battle to Costa Rica

Nicaragua wins five-set battle to Costa Rica

Oct 22, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 22, 2022.- Nicaragua won epic five-set battle (27-25, 22-25, 32-30, 17-25, 15-10) to Costa Rica in the closing match of day four at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Guatemala one step away to the title defeating Panama

Guatemala one step away to the title defeating Panama

Oct 22, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 22, 2022.- Guatemala continues undefeated in five outings and is one step away to the title after defeating Panama 3-0 (25-19, 25-22, 25-12) at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Belize earns first victory defeating Honduras

Belize earns first victory defeating Honduras

Oct 22, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 22, 2022.- Belize (1-4) earned their first tournament win defeating Honduras 3-0 (25-20, 25-22, 25-17) on day five at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Guatemala blocks Nicaragua’s objectives

Guatemala blocks Nicaragua’s objectives

Oct 21, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 21, 2022.- Guatemala (4-0) kept their undefeated streak after a 3-1 (25-23, 22-25, 25-15, 25-14) win over Nicaragua (2-1) to close day four at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Panama wins exciting five setter to El Salvador

Panama wins exciting five setter to El Salvador

Oct 21, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 21, 2022.- Panama (2-1) left all on the court in an exciting 3-2 (22-25, 25-17, 10-25, 26-24, 15-11) victory over El Salvador (2-2) at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Costa Rica overcomes a resilient Belize in consecutive sets

Costa Rica overcomes a resilient Belize in consecutive sets

Oct 21, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 21, 2022.- Costa Rica earned their second victory while overcoming a resilient Belize (0-4) in consecutive sets 3-0 (25-15, 29-27, 24-23) on day four of the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Costa Rica defeats Honduras 3-0

Costa Rica defeats Honduras 3-0

Oct 20, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 20, 2022.- Costa Rica defeated Honduras 3-0 (25-21, 28-26, 25-16) on day three at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.

Guatemala beats Belize 3-1

Guatemala beats Belize 3-1

Oct 20, 2022

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, October 20, 2022.- Guatemala prevailed 3-1 (25-21, 25-11, 19-25, 25-10) against Belize to start day three at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.  

Guatemala comes back to win in five sets to Costa Rica

Guatemala comes back to win in five sets to Costa Rica

Oct 19, 2022

Managua, Nicaragua, October 19, 2022.- Guatemala gave another demonstration of courage recovering from a two-set deficit to win 3-2 (19-25, 21-25, 25-15, 25-17, 15-13) to Costa Rica in the last match of the second day of competition at the XIX AFECAVOL Men’s U21 Central American Championship.