{"id":140753,"date":"2025-05-17T20:35:35","date_gmt":"2025-05-17T20:35:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/?p=140753"},"modified":"2025-05-18T01:54:27","modified_gmt":"2025-05-18T01:54:27","slug":"avc-mens-champions-league-trophy-unveiled-in-historic-press-conference-in-kyoto","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/avc-mens-champions-league-trophy-unveiled-in-historic-press-conference-in-kyoto\/","title":{"rendered":"AVC MEN\u2019S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TROPHY UNVEILED IN HISTORIC PRESS CONFERENCE IN KYOTO"},"content":{"rendered":"<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style><p>Kyoto, Japan, May 17, 2025 \u2013 History was made on Saturday in Kyoto as the AVC Men\u2019s Champions League Trophy was unveiled for the first time in a landmark press conference at Shimadzu Arena. The event, attended by a large media contingent, marked a significant milestone in the inaugural edition of the AVC Men\u2019s Champions League.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140763\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00234-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Presiding over the event was AVC President Mr Ramon Suzara, joined by star spikers Yuji Nishida of Osaka Bluteon and Abdel-Aziz Nimir of Al-Rayyan Sports Club \u2014 the two teams set to clash in the tournament\u2019s final showdown on Sunday. The two athletes were invited to witness the momentous unveiling of the prestigious trophy that symbolizes the highest honor in Asian men\u2019s club volleyball.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140761\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00232-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Also in attendance were Mr Luis Alexandre Rodrigues, FIVB Director for Asia and Oceania; Mr Richard Palou, Premier Volleyball League (PVL) President and Vice President of the Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF); Mr Masaaki Okawa, Chairman of Japan\u2019s SV.League; Mr Masashi Nambu, High-Performance Group Senior Director as well as staff from the Japan Volleyball Association (JVA).<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140757\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00228-1-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>During his address, Mr &nbsp;Suzara congratulated both Osaka Bluteon and Al-Rayyan Sports Club for reaching the final and earning qualification to the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men\u2019s Club World Championship.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140762\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00233-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u201cI would like to congratulate both teams for their historic achievement. This is a proud moment for the AVC, and I also would like to extend my appreciation to Mr Masaaki Okawa, Chairman of the SV.League, as well as the Japan Volleyball Association for their exceptional efforts in co-hosting the inaugural AVC Men\u2019s Champions League,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Responding to a question from Japanese journalists regarding scheduling conflicts between the AVC Champions League and various national professional leagues, Mr Suzara acknowledged the challenge but emphasized ongoing efforts to resolve the issue.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe AVC Competition Calendar is part of the broader FIVB Calendar, and we understand it\u2019s not easy for professional leagues to accommodate additional club competitions. However, we are actively working on aligning the AVC Champions League with domestic calendars across Asia. That\u2019s why Mr Palou is here &#8211; to engage in joint discussions and ensure the next edition of the AVC Champions League is scheduled harmoniously.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140758\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00229-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Saturday\u2019s press conference underscored the AVC President\u2019s vision for greater collaboration between the AVC, SV.League, and national federations across Asia. Last year, Mr Suzara also paid a visit to the SV.League and JVA, aimed to strengthen ties and explore joint opportunities for organizing future editions of the tournament.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe AVC Champions League represents a benchmark for club competition in Asia. Our goal is to match the standards of the European Champions League &#8211; not only in terms of organization but also in competitive level. While some club players had limited preparation time, the quality of play has been exceptional. To remain globally competitive, Asia must raise its level, as Europe continues to push forward &#8211; especially with no limit on foreign players in their leagues.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140760\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/vacl_m_00231-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The press conference concluded with photo opportunities as the dazzling golden-colored AVC Men\u2019s Champions League Trophy was showcased to media and guests. Mr Suzara, joined by dignitaries and the two star players, posed with the trophy, marking a celebratory and symbolic moment ahead of Sunday\u2019s much-anticipated final.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140755\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18_FSI_IRI_vs_OBT_JPN_050-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, in a celebratory gesture to honor the victorious teams, AVC President Mr Ramon Suzara, amid thousands of passionate fans at Shimadzu Arena, proudly presented a giant sign reading \u201cQualified\u201d to Osaka Bluteon of Japan and Al-Rayyan Sports Club of Qatar.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-140754\" src=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-580x387.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-860x573.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-1160x773.jpeg 1160w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_RSC_QAT_vs_SUN_JPN_052-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The presentation took place shortly after both teams secured thrilling semifinal victories against their respective opponents to book their places in the final and earn qualification for the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men\u2019s Club World Championship.<\/p>\n<p>Click the link below for match schedule, results and photos<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/2025-avc-mens-champions-league\/\">https:\/\/asianvolleyball.net\/new\/2025-avc-mens-champions-league\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>QUICK LINKS<\/p>\n<p>AVC Website: click <a href=\"http:\/\/www.asianvolleyball.net\/\">www.asianvolleyball.net<\/a><\/p>\n<p>AVC Facebook: click <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AsianVolleyballConfederation\">www.Facebook.com\/AsianVolleyballConfederation<\/a><\/p>\n<p>AVC Twitter: click: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/AsianVolleyball\">www.twitter.com\/AsianVolleyball<\/a><\/p>\n<p>AVC Instagram: click: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/avcvolley\/?hl=en\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/avcvolley\/?hl=en<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mikasa Instagram: click: <a 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