April
1st.
2025
Volleyball Rule Change
Video 2025 NORCECA Refereeing
Commission Discusses Resources to Improve Performance and the
Training of New Officials
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican
Republic, April 2, 2025. – The NORCECA Confederation Refereeing
Commission held its virtual meeting to discuss various resources aimed
at optimizing referee performance and the training of new officials in
the region. NORCECA President Cristobal Marte Hoffiz welcomed the
participants, emphasizing the key role that referees play in ensuring
neutrality and the success of NORCECA competitions. Marte Hoffiz stated,
“In recent years, refereeing has improved significantly thanks to a
strong training program, I am pleased with the increase in the number of
female referees, achieving gender balance. However, we need to continue
these efforts as we aim to have more female referees and elevate the
level of development we aspire to.” Pati Rolf, President of the
Refereeing Commission, expressed her enthusiasm for continuing the work
initiated by former commission president Guy Bradbury and reaffirmed the
importance of collaboration among the various working groups that have
contributed to the training of new NORCECA referees. “The love for
officiating is the driving force of our commission. We are a team within
the team, pushing for excellence in our competitions,” Rolf stated.
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April
1st.
2025
Report Tech. & Coaches Com. Coaches
Commission Committed to Development and Knowledge Transmission
SANTO DOMINGO,
Dominican Republic, April 1, 2025. – The NORCECA Technical and Coaches
Commission held its virtual meeting focused on coach development and
knowledge transmission, aiming to strengthen volleyball within the
NORCECA Confederation. NORCECA President, Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz,
highlighted in his welcome speech the importance of the commission’s
role and its members in fostering the growth of volleyball in the region.
“Our Confederation has greatly supported the efforts of the FIVB
Empowerment Program, a highly significant plan for strengthening
national teams.” During the meeting, strategic plans for 2025 and 2026
were discussed, focusing on increasing support and equipment for the
National Federations most in need. Additionally, the necessity of
developing national teams and coaching programs was emphasized,
encouraging coaches to complete Level 1 and 2 courses, especially women.
This aligns with the new FIVB regulation that, starting in 2026, will
require all national women’s teams. More
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April
1st.
2025
AVC delegation strengthens ties with FIVB and Volleyball World
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April
1, 2025.- The Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) delegation, led by
Secretary General Hugh Graham – who also serves as the Executive Vice-President
of the FIVB and President of the Oceania Zonal Volleyball Association (OZVA)
– embarked on a week-long visit to Lausanne.More
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March 31th.
2025
Report
S.O.C. Commission Sports
Organization Commission Lays the Foundations for NORCECA Competition
Calendars
SANTO
DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 31, 2025. – As the virtual meetings
of NORCECA commissions continued, the NORCECA Sports Organization
Commission met to assess key points for establishing criteria and
procedures. More
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March 30th.
2025 Diaz
and Alayo celebrate first Beach Pro Tour Gold in Mexico
QUINTANA ROO, Mexico, March 30, 2025.- Noslen Diaz and Jorge Alayo
were first acknowledged as a top team in international beach
volleyball after they dominated local tournaments held in the
NORCECA region. Their first major victory on the Volleyball World
Beach Pro Tour couldn’t, then, happen anywhere else in the world and
so it was on Sunday, when the Cuban Olympians took gold in the Elite
event held in Quintana Roo, Mexico. More
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March
30th.
2025
Mets Complete the Four Semifinalists
of the 2025 LVSF
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, March 30, 2025.–
The Mets de Guaynabo became the fourth semifinalist of the Women’s
Volleyball Superior League (LVSF) after dominating Section A of the
quarterfinals with a third consecutive victory over the Changas de
Naranjito. The Mets de Guaynabo defeated the Changas de Naranjito
3-0 (25-20, 26-24, 25-23) on Sunday at the Mario “Quijote” Morales
Coliseum. Despite the loss, Naranjito fought until the last play of
each set.
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March
30th.
2025 Cannon
and Kraft capture Quintana Roo Silver, Nuss and Brasher the Bronze
QUINTANA ROO, Mexico, March 30, 2025.- Americans Terese Cannon and
Megan Kraft captured the silver medal at the first Elite event of
the 2025 Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour which came to an end on
Sunday in Quintana Roo Mexico, while Kristen Nuss and Taryn (Kloth)
Brasher, also representing the United States, won the bronze medal.
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SANTO DOMINGO,
Dominican Republic, March 29, 2025.– In recent years, the NORCECA
Confederation has been a leader in anti-doping controls, with a growing
commitment to ensuring the education and health of athletes, which was
reinforced during the organization’s Medical Commission virtual meeting.
Under the leadership of NORCECA President Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz.
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March
29th.
2025
Building on
success: FIVB and German Volleyball Association plan for future
LAUSANNE, Switzerland,
March 29, 2025.- The FIVB delegation, led by President Fabio Azevedo,
recently met with the German Volleyball Federation (DVV) to discuss the
sport’s development in Germany. Discussions focused on the impact of the
FIVB Volleyball Empowerment program, recent success of volleyball
athletes from Germany, and plans for the future as the two organizations. More
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March
29th.
2025
Defending Champions Cangrejeras Secure LVSF Semifinal Spot
SAN
JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 29, 2025. – The Cangrejeras de Santurce
swept their quarterfinal series in Section B of the Women’s
Volleyball Superior League (LVSF) against the Valencianas de Juncos
after securing their third consecutive victory. The Cangrejeras
defeated the Valencianas 3-0 (25-22, 25-23, 25-17) .
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March
29th.
2025 Schalk
and Shaw beat Olympic champions to get to the semis in Quintana Roo
QUINTANA ROO, Mexico, March 29, 2025.- Led by Americans Chaim Schalk
and James Shaw, who eliminated reigning Olympic champions David
Åhman and Jonatan Hellvig of Sweden in just their sixth tournament
as partners, teams. More
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March
29th.
2025 Cannon/Kraft play
for Quintana Roo Gold
QUINTANA ROO,
Mexico, March 29, 2025.- Beach volleyball powerhouse the United
States will fight for gold in the first Elite event of the 2025
Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour season on Sunday in Quintana Roo,
Mexico, against Brazil. More
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March
29th.
2025
Mets Secure Second Consecutive Victory
in LVSF Quarterfinals
NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, March 29,
2025.– In the continuation of the Section A quarterfinals of the
Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF), held at the legendary
Gelito Ortega court in Naranjito, the Mets de Guaynabo secured their
second consecutive victory over the Changas de Naranjito, putting
them just one win away from the semifinals. More
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March
28th.
2025
Marketing Commission Drives Strategic
Plans to Strengthen NORCECA
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic,
March 28, 2025. – The NORCECA Marketing Commission met to discuss
efforts aimed at strengthening the institution through the
implementation of strategic plans designed to attract regional and
local sponsorships
This marks the third session of NORCECA’s
working commissions, all of which have been held online. More
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March
27th.
2025
FIVB discusses future collaboration
opportunities with Canton de Vaud leadership
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 27, 2025.-
In what was a highly productive meeting this week, the FIVB team met
with key representatives from the Canton de Vaud of Switzerland. More
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March
27th.
2025
FIVB President Sends Condolences to the Family of Ricardo Arias
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 27, 2025 – The President of the
International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), Fabio Azevedo, joined in
expressing condolences to the Arias Family following the passing of
Ricardo Arias, the “Father of Dominican Volleyball,” who passed away
recently in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. President Fabio Azevedo.
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March
27th.
2025
Cangrejeras One Win Away from the LVSF Semifinals
JUNCOS, Puerto Rico, March 27, 2025. – Defending champions
Cangrejeras de Santurce are just one victory away from advancing to
the semifinals of the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF)
after defeating Valencianas de Juncos 3-0 (25-17, 25-20, 25-19) at
the Rafael G. Amalbert court. With a two-set lead, the Cangrejeras
maintained control in the third.. More
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March
27th.
2025
VIS Commission Report The Volleyball
Information Systems Commission (VIS) Steering Development
SANTO DOMINGO,
Dominican Republic, March 27, 2025. – The Technical, Statistics, and
Volleyball Information Systems (VIS) Commission held a virtual
meeting in preparation for an exciting 2025 filled. More
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March
27th.
2025
Mets Start Strong Section A of the LVSF Quarterfinals Against the
Changas
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, March 27, 2025 .– The Mets de Guaynabo kicked
off Section A of the Women's Superior Volleyball League (LVSF)
quarterfinals on the right foot by defeating the Changas de
Naranjito 3-1 (25-19, 25-23, 20-25, 25-17). Facing two sets down,
the Changas managed to maintain a more solid passing game, allowing
them to execute a fast attack from the wings and extend the match to
a fourth set. More
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March
26th.
2025
FIVB Empowerment gives Mexico a fresh vision of the game
March 26, 2025.- Mexico’s women’s volleyball team is moving forward
with a new sense of purpose. The program is gaining better coaching,
stronger training and more opportunities to grow through the support
of FIVB Volleyball Empowerment. The goal was not only to improve
results, but to also build a system where athletes feel supported
and confident – an approach that is already making a difference on
and off the court. . More
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March
25th.
2025 Las Cangrejeras Win
the First Match of Section B in the LVSF Quarterfinals
SAN JUAN, Puerto
Rico, March 25, 2025. – The Cangrejeras de Santurce claimed victory
in the opening match of Section B in the Women’s Volleyball Superior
League (LVSF) quarterfinals, defeating the Valencianas de Juncos 3-2
(29-27, 22-25, 26-24, 19-25, 15-12) at home in the Roberto Clemente
Coliseum. The Cangrejeras showcased resilience. More
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SANTO
DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 26, 2025 .– The Press Commission
inaugurated the virtual meetings of NORCECA's Working Commissions,
which will run until April 5.Members of NORCECA's Executive
Committee.
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March
21th.
2025
Dr Ary S. Graça F° awarded Olympic Order at 144th IOC Session
COSTA NAVARINO, Greece March 21, 2025.- Dr Ary S. Graça
F°, Volleyball Foundation President and FIVB Honorary Life
President, received the highest honor of the Olympic Movement, the
Olympic Order, during the 144th IOC Session in Costa Navarino,
Greece. More
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March
21th.
2025
USA’s Devon Newberry & Jaden Whitmarsh at Yucatán Challenge
YUCATÁN, México, March 23, 2025.- USA’s Devon Newberry and Jaden
Whitmarsh won the bronze medal at the Volleyball World Beach Pro
Tour Yucatan Challenge that took place in Puerto Progreso from
March 19-23. Devon Newberry and Jaden Whitmarsh, in three Beach Pro
Tour appearances as a team, the 24-year-old Americans have already
collected three medals. More
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March
21th.
2025
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Dominican Sports Hall of Famers Offer Farewell to Ricardo Arias
SANTO
DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 21, 2025.– With an emotional honor
guard, Dominican volleyball offered farewell to Ricardo Arias, one of
the most iconic figures in the country's sports history, recognized as
"the father of Dominican volleyball." The funeral honors took place at
the Ricardo Gioriver Arias Volleyball Palace.
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March
19th.
2025
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Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz Mourns the Passing of Ricardo "Gioriver" Arias,
the “Father of Dominican Volleyball”
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, March 19, 2025. – The president of
the North, Central America, and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation
(NORCECA) and first vice president of the International Volleyball
Federation (FIVB), Cristóbal Marte Hoffiz, expressed his sorrow this
Wednesday over the passing of sports immortal Ricardo “Gioriver” Arias,
whom he described as one of the great "Icons of Dominican Volleyball."
Marte Hoffiz stated that volleyball. More
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March
18th.
2025
Mets Finish LVSF Regular Season in Fourth Place as Quarterfinals Are
Set
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, March 18, 2025. – The Mets de Guaynabo
secured fourth place in the Women’s Volleyball Superior League
(LVSF) after defeating the Valencianas de Juncos, setting up a
quarterfinal matchup against the Changas de Naranjito. The Mets
claimed a dramatic 3-2 (23-25, 25-19, 25-23, 23-25, 15-10) More
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March
14th.
2025
Criollas Secure First Place, Atenienses Earn Direct Semifinal Spot,
and Valencianas Defeat Changas
CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, March 16, 2025. – The Women's Superior
Volleyball League (LVSF) now has two teams directly qualified for
the semifinals following Saturday night's results. At the Roger
Mendoza Court in Caguas, the Criollas made a comeback against the
Mets de Guaynabo, pushing the match to an exciting fifth set, which
secured their first-place finish in the standings. More
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March
14th.
2025
Cangrejeras, Atenienses, and Mets Secure Wins in LVSF
CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, March 14, 2025. – In an intense Thursday night
of action in the Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF), the
Cangrejeras de Santurce, Atenienses de Manatí, and Mets de Guaynabo
secured crucial victories in their respective matchups. More
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March
12th.
2025
Caguas is the First Team to Qualify for the LVSF 2025 Semifinals
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, March 12, 2025. – The Mets de
Guaynabo and the Criollas de Caguas delivered a thrilling showdown
for their fans at the Mario "Quijote" Morales Coliseum, with Caguas
securing a 3-1 victory (28-26, 27-25, 21-25, 28-26). This win makes
them the first team to qualify directly for the semifinals of the
Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF). More
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March
17th.
2025
FIVB and Hellenic Volleyball Federation discuss development plans to
shape the future of Greek volleyball
March 17, 2025.- The FIVB and Hellenic Volleyball Federation (HVBF) met
to discuss the promising road ahead for volleyball and beach volleyball
in Greece, focusing on development plans and strategic initiatives for
the sport in the region. More
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March
14th.
2025
Volleyball in Spain: collaborative talks pave the way for a bright
future
March 14, 2025.- The future of volleyball in Spain is looking bright as
key stakeholders from the FIVB and the Real Federación Española de
Voleibol (RFEVB) came together to discuss exciting plans for the sport’s
development in the region. . More
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March
9th.
2025
FIVB and City of Lausanne share joint vision for role of sports in
improving society
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 9, 2025.- The FIVB and the City of Lausanne
leadership met at the City Hall in Lausanne, Switzerland to discuss
their shared vision for the role of sport in the development of society.
During the discussions, both organizations explored exciting
opportunities for future collaboration, strengthening their long
standing relationship. More
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March
9th.
2025
Volleyball’s development in Cameroon and Zone IV highlighted at meeting
in Volleyball House
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 9, 2025.- FIVB President Fabio Azevedo and
the FIVB team met with Bourdanne Bello, the President of the Cameroon
National Federation (NF) and the Zonal President of the African
Volleyball. More
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March
9th.
2025
Match Schedule Released for FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship
2025 in Thailand
March 11, 2025.- With 32 teams vying for the prestigious world champions
title.
March
9th.
2025
Atenienses and Cangrejeras Closing in on Criollas; Changas Secure
Another Victory
Puerto Rico, March 9, 2025. – The results from Sunday night in the
Women’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSF) are starting to highlight just
how tight the battle for the top two spots will be, as these teams will
advance directly. More
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March
6th.
2025 FIVB and
SCA unite to boost volleyball’s development
March 6,
2025.- The FIVB met with the Small Countries Association (SCA) this week
to discuss key initiatives aimed at strengthening volleyball in the
respective nations, including increased development support. More
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March
5th.
2025 FIVB
discusses opportunities for volleyball’s development in India with
Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra
March 5,
2025.- Opportunities for volleyball’s development in India was discussed
this week, as Olympic champion from India, Mr Abhinav Bindra, visited
the FIVB headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland. More
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March
5th.
2025
Criollas with Twelve Wins and
Cangrejeras Claim the Metropolitan Cup
JUNCOS, Puerto Rico, March 5,
2025. – While the Cangrejeras de Santurce dominated the Mets de Guaynabo
at the Roberto Clemente Coliseum in Hato Rey to claim the Metropolitan
Cup, the Criollas de Caguas secured their twelfth victory of the season
at the Rafael G. Amalbert Coliseum, maintaining their position as the
absolute leaders. More
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March
3rd.
2025
Cangrejeras Force a Three-Way Tie, Valencianas Defeat Changas
March 3, 2025.– Over the weekend in the Women’s Superior Volleyball
League (LVSF), the Cangrejeras de Santurce caused a three-way tie, while
the Valencianas de Juncos defeated the Changas de Naranjito. On Sunday,
the Cangrejeras secured a 3-1 victory (25-22, 25-17, 19-25, 25-22) More
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February
27th.
2025
FIVB and QOC Leadership explore opportunities for Volleyball in Qatar
February 27, 2025.-The leadership of the FIVB and Qatar Olympic
Committee (QOC) met at the FIVB Headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland,
to discuss opportunities for volleyball’s growth and development in
Qatar.. More
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February26th.
2025
Kingston, Ontario, Canada to host the Women’s U19 Pan American Cup
February 26, 2025.- Volleyball Canada is pleased to announce that
Kingston in Ontario, Canada, will be the host city of the women's U19
Pan American Cup, which will take place at Queen’s University’s
Athletics & Recreation Centre, June 24 to 29, 2025.
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