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.  

The HVBF delegation was represented by President George Karampetsos, Secretary General Mrs Chroni Efi, Treasure Mr Veroutis John, Board Member Mr Nektarios Chalvatzis, Executive Director Mr Periklis Bakodimos and Director Mr Nikos Sofianos. 

Key topics centred on the sport’s growth in Greece, with the FIVB delegation – consisting of President Fabio Azevedo, Secretary General Hugh McCutcheon and Head of International Affairs and Communications Anna Manuelian – presenting the FIVB Strategic Vision 2032 under the motto “Together as One”. 

In addition, the FIVB delegation had the opportunity to visit the HVBF Headquarters to see the facilities and meet with various staff members. 

The meeting also reviewed the impact of the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment programme, through which the FIVB has invested CHF 402,000 in 11 projects in Greece, covering both coach and volleyball equipment support. In particular, the Greece men’s national team and the women’s and men’s national beach volleyball teams have received support through Volleyball Empowerment.  

As part of several volleyball equipment support projects, two Gerflor Taraflex courts have been, one of which was co-funded with the CEV to equip National Federations hosting Age Group European Championships with top-tier flooring – Gerflor Taraflex Performance (9mm, 693m², three-color). 

It is an exciting year for Greek volleyball, as the women’s national volleyball team has qualified for the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship for the first time in 22 years, marking a significant achievement for the sport in Greece.