Bangkok, Thailand, February 4, 2024 – The AVC Finance Committee held a hybrid meeting at Golden Tulip Sovereign Hotel Bangkok on Sunday to get updated on financial situations, acknowledge financial support and discuss expenditure budget. Mr Cai Yi from China, himself AVC Senior Executive Vice President, Executive Zonal Vice President representing Eastern Zone, AVC Treasurer...
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AVC COACHES COMMITTEE EMPHASIZES IMPORTANCE OF CONTINUATION OF COOPERATION PROJECTS
Bangkok, Thailand, February 3, 2024 – The AVC Coaches Committee met in a hybrid format at Golden Tulip Sovereign Hotel Bangkok on Saturday to discuss key issues including coaching support to National Federations and cooperation projects. AVC CC Chairman Mr Park Ki Won from Korea, Secretary Mr Mohamed Ahmed Al Thawadi from Bahrain, Mr G.E....
AVC BEACH VOLLEYBALL COMMITTEE DISCUSSES IMPORTANT ISSUES AND NEW CHALLENGES
Bangkok, Thailand, February 2, 2024 – The AVC Beach Volleyball Committee met in a hybrid format at Golden Tulip Sovereign Hotel Bangkok on Friday to discuss key topics including hosting regulations and get updates on relevant beach volleyball matters Mr Craig Carracher from Australia, himself Member of FIVB Board of Administration and FIVB Beach Volleyball...
AVC REFEREES COMMITTEE REVIEWS WORK DONE AND TASKS IN PROGRESS
Bangkok, Thailand, February 1, 2024 – The AVC Referees Committee met at Golden Tulip Sovereign Hotel Bangkok on Thursday to review all relevant matters concerning refereeing activities and keep Members more engaged at work and new challenges. AVC RC Chairman Mr Songsak Chareonpong from Thailand, himself Member of FIVB Rules of the Game and Refereeing...
KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED AT AVC SPORTS EVENTS COUNCIL MEETING
Bangkok, Thailand, February 1, 2024 – The AVC Sports Events Council Meeting was concluded on a positive note at Golden Tulip Sovereign Hotel Bangkok on Thursday, with the future collaboration with Volleyball World and review of the Asian Championships in the previous season among the crucial topics raised for awareness and further discussion. AVC SEC...
TOP INTERNATIONAL COACHES MEET FOR THE FIVB TECHNICAL AND COACHING COMMISSION
The meeting was held in hybrid format with the Commission President joining from the FIVB Headquarters Top-tier international coaches, led by Commission President Giovanni Guidetti and Secretary Philippe Blain, gathered on Monday for the FIVB Technical and Coaching Commission to discuss the 2023 season and look ahead to 2024. The Commission discussed several important topics,...
BEACH VOLLEYBALL COMMISSION REFLECTS ON REMARKABLE 2023 ON SAND!
The highly successful 2023 beach volleyball season and 2024 calendar were discussed The FIVB Beach Volleyball Commission this week celebrated what has been a remarkable year for the sport during its annual meeting which was held in a hybrid format, with the Commission President Vicente Araujo and Secretary Edward Drakich both joining from the FIVB...
FIVB EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE LOOKS AHEAD TO VOLLEYBALL’S BRIGHT FUTURE
Various exciting initiatives were discussed during the recent meeting The FIVB Executive Committee this week hosted a hybrid meeting to discuss the latest innovations and achievements in sport while looking ahead to the bright future of volleyball with many new and important initiatives explored. With the Continental Confederation Presidents joining from the FIVB Headquarters, the...
STRONG ANTI-DOPING AND EDUCATION PROGRAMMES HIGHLIGHTED AT MEDICAL COMMISSION MEETING
Very low number of positive doping cases in 2023 proves the effectiveness of the systems in place The FIVB Medical Commission highlighted its latest initiatives during the annual meeting held in a hybrid format, with the Commission President Annie Peytavin and Secretary Bruno Borges da Fonseca joining in person from the FIVB Headquarters. The Commission...
SNOW VOLLEYBALL’S FUTURE STRATEGY AND VISION DISCUSSED AT COMMISSION MEETING
The meeting focused on reviewing snow volleyball activities and planning for the years ahead The FIVB Snow Volleyball Commission talked in depth about the sport’s future strategy and vision during its meeting this week held in the hybrid format, with FIVB 2nd Executive Vice-President, European Volleyball Confederation (CEV) President and Commission President Aleksandar Boričić, as...
VOLLEYBALL COUNCIL REFLECT ON SUCCESSFUL 2023 SEASON
The 2023 volleyball season described as turning point by the FIVB President The Volleyball Council met Tuesday in a hybrid format to discuss a number of key topics, including the huge success of the 2023 season and the bright future ahead for the sport, with the Council President, Secretary and Continental Confederation Presidents joining from...
ZONAL ASSOCIATION PRESIDENTS SHARE LATEST UPDATES AT SEMINAR
The fourth Zonal Association Presidents’ seminar, organised by the FIVB, saw the Zones presenting their achievements and updates The FIVB this week hosted the fourth Zonal Association Presidents’ seminar, providing the Zonal Associations with an opportunity to share their latest achievements and updates. Following presentations by a number of Zonal Association Presidents during the previous...
Volleyball News
SECOND EDITION OF “BEYOND THE NET,” AVC PRESIDENT’S QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER, OFFICIALLY UNVEILED
Bangkok, Thailand, July 20, 2025 – The second edition of “Beyond The Net”, the Asian Volleyball Confederation’s landmark quarterly newsletter, has officially been released, continuing its mission to shine a spotlight on key developments, share valuable insights, and celebrate notable milestones within the AVC Volleyball Family. Launched under the visionary leadership of AVC President Mr...
VNL 2025 WOMEN’S FINALS: FINAL EIGHT READY TO BATTLE FOR THE COVETED TITLE IN ŁÓDŹ
Atlas Arena in Poland to host decisive stage from 23 to 27 July The Volleyball Nations League (VNL) 2025 women’s competition is heading to its thrilling conclusion in Łódź, Poland, where the top eight teams will battle it out for the title over five high-stakes days. From 23 to 27 July, the renowned Atlas Arena...
FIVB BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION CONTINUES TO CHART BOLD PATH FOR SPORT’S FUTURE DURING ONLINE MEETING
The Netherlands confirmed as host of the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships 2027 by Board of Administration The FIVB Board of Administration met online yesterday to continue strengthening the future of volleyball and beach volleyball, with key decisions, strategic updates and exciting developments for the sport explored. A major highlight from the meeting was the...
THRILLS, SPILLS & BREAKTHROUGHS: DAY 3 OF CAVA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE IGNITE MALE
Malé City, Maldives, July 19, 2025 – Day 3 of the CAVA Champions League Maldives 2025 at Social Center Indoor Hall brought heart-pounding drama, emotional highs and crucial victories that reshaped the tournament landscape. Fans were treated to a rollercoaster of five-set epics, commanding sweeps, and electric performances as teams battled fiercely for supremacy. Match...
PAKISTAN SOAR TO HISTORIC HEIGHTS WITH EPIC COMEBACK WIN OVER DEFENDING CHAMPIONS IRAN TO REIGN SUPREME IN ASIAN MEN’S U16 CHAMPIONSHIP THAILAND 2025
Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, July 19, 2025 – Pakistan reached the pinnacle of Asian youth volleyball in spectacular fashion on Saturday, storming back from the brink to stun reigning champions Iran in a pulsating five-set showdown and capture their maiden title at the Asian Men’s U16 Volleyball Championship Thailand 2025 at the Nakhon Pathom Gymnasium. Unbeaten...
ZHAIYK AND HELP NEPAL SEIZE MOMENTUM AS CAVA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 2025 INTENSIFIES ON DAY 2
Malé City, Maldives, July 18, 2025 – The second day of the CAVA Champions League Maldives 2025 unfolded with heightened drama, elite-level competition, and a glimpse at the rising front-runners in this prestigious Central Asian volleyball showcase. With three enthralling matches played back-to-back and over 2,000 spectators fueling the vibrant atmosphere inside the Social Center...
TEAMS SHIFT INTO HIGH GEAR FOR FINAL HURRAH AT ASIAN MEN’S U16 CHAMPIONSHIP THAILAND 2025, AS PAKISTAN SET TO RENEW FIERY RIVALRY WITH DEFENDING CHAMPIONS IRAN IN BLOCKBUSTER SHOWDOWN
Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, July 18, 2025 – The stage is set, the stakes are sky-high, and the spotlight now shines on Saturday’s grand finale of the Asian Men’s U16 Volleyball Championship Thailand 2025, where unbeaten Pakistan will rekindle their rivalry with reigning champions Iran in a clash that promises fireworks at Nakhon Pathom Gymnasium. On...
CAVA MEN’S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 2025 BEGINS IN MALE WITH GRAND OPENING CEREMONY AND THRILLING MATCHES
Malé, Maldives, July 17, 2025 – The Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Men’s Champions League 2025 officially kicked off in Malé on July 17 with an electrifying opening ceremony and the first set of matches, marking a significant moment for regional volleyball. Hosted at the Social Centre Indoor Hall, the tournament brings together top clubs...
JAPAN CLASH WITH IRAN, INDIA SET TO LOCK HORNS WITH PAKISTAN IN SEMIFINALS OF ASIAN MEN’S U16 CHAMPIONSHIP THAILAND 2025, AS FINAL FOUR BOOK TICKETS TO U17 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, July 17, 2025 – The race for continental glory and global qualification intensified as Japan, India, Pakistan and Iran punched their tickets to both the semifinals of the Asian Men’s U16 Volleyball Championship Thailand 2025 and the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship. Thursday’s 1-8 Classification Round served up a feast...
MIKASA & VOLLEYBALL WORLD UNVEIL ELECTRIFYING CUSTOM BALL FOR FIVB VOLLEYBALL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2025
A bold new design meets cutting-edge performance tech for volleyball’s premier global event Volleyball World and Mikasa are proud to unveil the official customised game ball for the FIVB Volleyball Men’s and Women’s World Championships 2025 (WCH 25), featuring a bold new design that captures the energy, speed and passion of one of the sport’s...
A HISTORIC FIRST: MILLIONS CELEBRATE INAUGURAL WORLD VOLLEYBALL DAY
From local courts to world leaders, 7 July was a day to remember The 7 July 2025 marked a moment that will go down in volleyball history. For the first time ever, people all over the world came together to celebrate World Volleyball Day, and the response was nothing short of extraordinary. The date commemorates...
NEXT GENERATION TALENTS TO STEP UP FOR MEN’S U21 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Rosters revealed as Jiangmen prepares to host 24-team August showcase The FIVB Volleyball Men’s U21 World Championship has long been a stage where future stars emerge, and national programmes showcase the next generation of talent. From Olympic champions to stars of today’s top national teams, many of the sport’s biggest names competed at this level...
Beach Volleyball News
AUSTRALIA STRIKE DOUBLE GOLD AT AVC BEACH TOUR PINGTUNG OPEN IN CHINESE TAIPEI
Pingtung City, Chinese Taipei, July 20, 2025 – Australia completed a golden sweep at the AVC Beach Tour Pingtung Open, capturing both the men’s and women’s titles on the sun-drenched sands of Qinzhou Beach, nestled within the scenic Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area, on Sunday. In a dazzling display of dominance, D’Artagnan Potts/Jack Pearse clinched...
ALL-AUSTRALIAN FINAL GUARANTEES MEN’S TITLE, AS AVC BEACH TOUR PINGTUNG OPEN BUILDS TO DRAMATIC FINALE
Pingtung City, Chinese Taipei, July 19, 2025 – The scene is set for a thrilling climax at the AVC Beach Tour Pingtung Open, with Australia assured of clinching the men’s title after an all-Australian final was locked in, while the women’s title race will witness a fiery clash between Australia’s Stefanie Fejes/Jasmine Fleming and Thailand’s...
IT’S CONFIRMED! THE NETHERLANDS IS SET TO HOST FIVB BEACH VOLLEYBALL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2027
Beach volleyball’s top competition will be hosted across four key cities The FIVB and Volleyball World have officially confirmed the Netherlands as the host nation for the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships 2027. The decision follows a highly competitive bidding process, with three shortlisted countries submitting strong proposals. While all bids were recognised for their...
AVC BEACH TOUR PINGTUNG OPEN SIZZLES AS TOP CONTENDERS BATTLE FOR DO-OR-DIE SEMIFINAL BERTHS
Pingtung City, Chinese Taipei, July 18, 2025 – The heat is on at the AVC Beach Tour Pingtung Open, as elite teams from Australia and Japan stole the spotlight on Day 2, with five teams apiece powering through to the much-anticipated quarterfinals at Qinzhou Beach, nestled in the breathtaking Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area, in...
STRONG STARTS FROM ELITE TEAMS MARK OPENING DAY OF POOL PLAY AT AVC BEACH TOUR PINGTUNG OPEN IN CHINESE TAIPEI
Pingtung City, Chinese Taipei, July 17, 2025 – The AVC Beach Tour Pingtung Open officially sprang into action on Thursday at the stunning Qinzhou Beach, located within the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area in the southernmost part of Chinese Taipei. Against a backdrop of pristine coastal beauty and warm, breezy conditions, with temperatures reaching up...
EMPOWERMENT HELPS JAPAN CREATE SUSTAINABLE BEACH VOLLEYBALL MODEL
Culture, character and communication in coaching drive Japan’s competitive progress Before receiving Empowerment support, Japan’s beach volleyball programme was broad but decentralised, as teams trained independently with their own coaches and often in different locations. While there was no shortage of talent or experience, the national programme needed a shared direction that could coordinate planning...
AVC BEACH TOUR PINGTUNG OPEN SET TO IGNITE IN CHINESE TAIPEI ON JULY 17
Athletes practice at the courts ahead of the Thursday’s kickoff Pingtung City, Chinese Taipei, July 16, 2025 – The AVC Beach Tour Pingtung Open is poised to spring into action on July 17 at the picturesque Qinzhou Beach in the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area, nestled in the southernmost city of Chinese Taipei. The tournament...
AUSTRALIA AND VANUATU REIGN SUPREME IN PACIFIC MINI GAMES BEACH VOLLEYBALL
American Samoa and Wallis & Futuna snatch the volleyball titles at Palau 2025 FIVB Volleyball Empowerment supported pairs from Vanuatu and Australia triumphed as Pacific Mini Games beach volleyball champions. Vanuatu’s Majabelle Lawac & Sherysyn Toko (pictured in the main photo; credits: VASANOC) took the women’s gold, while Australia’s Finley Bennett & Jed Walker topped...
PACIFIC MINI GAMES SET TO SPARK VOLLEYBALL AND BEACH VOLLEYBALL FEVER WITH FIVB EMPOWERMENT SUPPORT
The Palau 2025 multisport event takes place from June 29 to July 9 The Pacific Mini Games 2025 in Palau is coming up. The event from June 29 to July 9 will bring together over 1,500 athletes from 24 nations, competing in 14 different sports. Both beach volleyball and volleyball are on the Pacific Mini...
COUNTDOWN BEGINS: TOP ATHLETES GATHER FOR AVC BEACH TOUR PINGTUNG OPEN IN CHINESE TAIPEI FROM JULY 17 TO 20
Sunshine, beach, and Volleyball! AVC Beach Tour Pingtung Open is set to ignite the shores of Pingtung’s Qingzhou Coastal Recreation Area from July 17 to 20. Hosted by the Chinese Taipei Volleyball Association (CTVBA), this highly-anticipated tournament welcomes 48 elite teams from 17 countries and regions, including Chinese Taipei’s 2 top men’s and women’s teams....
REN & NON EARN THEIR FIRST BEACH PRO TOUR GOLD
Vercauteren & Van Langendonck top the men’s podium in Qidong Japan’s Ren Matsumoto & Non Matsumoto (source: @jva_beachvolley) Japan’s Ren Matsumoto & Non Matsumoto topped the women’s podium at the Qidong Futures and celebrated their first gold on the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour. Stefania Kun & Lilla Villam of Hungary finished runners-up, while Quemile...
KAZAKHSTAN, CHINA CROWNED CHAMPIONS AT ASIAN U21 BEACH VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS IN ROI ET
Roi Et, Thailand, June 22, 2025 – Kazakhstan’s Klim Ryukhov and Vladislav Mastikhin wrote history by claiming their country’s first-ever gold medal at the 6th Asian U21 Beach Volleyball Championships at Nong Ya Ma Community School on Sunday, while China’s Jiang Kaiyue and Zhou Mingli triumphed in the women’s competition. After five days of...
SENIOR ASIAN RANKING – WOMEN
TEAMS | POINTS |
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CHINA | 350.3 |
JAPAN | 325.18 |
THAILAND | 194.91 |
KAZAKHSTAN | 112.89 |
VIETNAM | 112.73 |
KOREA | 104.61 |
CHINESE TAIPEI | 80.08 |
PHILIPPINES | 46.77 |
INDIA | 46.53 |
INDONESIA | 45.60 |
SENIOR ASIAN RANKING – MEN
TEAMS | POINT |
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JAPAN | 338.12 |
IRAN | 185.07 |
QATAR | 151.46 |
CHINA | 144.02 |
KOREA | 138.48 |
AUSTRALIA | 114.61 |
CHINESE TAIPEI | 81.22 |
PAKISTAN | 80.71 |
INDONESIA | 59.29 |
VIETNAM | 58.91 |