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 explored additional collaboration opportunities. The German delegation was represented by DVV President Markus Dieckmann and CEO René Beck. A key focus of the meeting was reviewing the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment program’s contributions to volleyball in Germany. To date, the FIVB has invested CHF 288,000 across four projects, primarily supporting coaching development to enhance the performance of national teams. This investment has already led to significant milestones, including the women’s national team qualifying for the FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship 2025 in Thailand. More Español

March  29th. 2025  Report NORCECA Medical Commission
NORCECA Medical Commission Safeguarding the Health of Athletes

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.   More Español

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 Español

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 Español

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. With collaboration opportunities in mind, discussions centered around impactful social projects and the growth of volleyball and sport in the canton. Representing the FIVB were President Fabio Azevedo; Volleyball World Chairman Fernando Lima. More Español

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 sent a warm felt letter addressed to the Family of Ricardo Arias on behalf of the FIVB in which he underlined that Ricardo Arias. More Español

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. After the second technical timeout, a block against Emily Elliot put them ahead 19-15. More Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

March  26th. 2025  Press Commission Report
Press Commission Opens NORCECA's Virtual Commission Meetings

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.  More Español

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 Español

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 Español

March  21th. 2025    Photogallery
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.  More Español

March  19th. 2025  Photogallery
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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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.

FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship 2025: Full Match Schedule       More Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

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 Español

February 26th. 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.  More Español