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 with events and advancements in volleyball statistics.

The President of the Technical, Statistics, and VIS Commission, Judith Sandino, highlighted during the commission meeting the importance of maintaining the standard of work, strengthening the statistical area, and reaffirming the commitment to continuous improvement.

The meeting was key to consolidating the management of Volley Station Pro and enhancing work interconnection as growth opportunities for the VIS supervisors appointed to NORCECA competitions.

In addition to the Commission’s report, members discussed the reports presented by NORCECA’s Zonal Associations. Commission members Manuel Calderón and Claudia Rivera were responsible for the reports from the North and Central Zone (NCVA) and the Central America Zonal Association (AFECAVOL), respectively. Both highlighted the progress within their respective zones. NORCECA Vice President Mushtaque Mohammed presented the developments in the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA), while Glenn Quinlan outlined the improvements and advancements made by the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA).

Among the most significant achievements of the Commission was the collaborative work with the Refereeing Commission to integrate the electronic scoresheet and tablets used in events, ensuring proper correlation of information.

Discussions focused on ensuring VIS delegates actively engage alongside competition directors to certify that the personnel responsible for the electronic scoresheet records the information accurately and promptly, maintaining match control.

The constant updating of refereeing officials and the implementation of technological tools will facilitate match development.

A detailed manual will be established for managing the electronic scoresheet, including clear steps and criteria for individual awards. Additionally, practical clinics will be developed to test the systems and train the technical team in their use.

NORCECA has made the necessary efforts and measures to integrate VIS with Volley Station, aligning with FIVB standards, optimizing data collection and management, and improving the quality of statistical analysis. Although the transition to the new system has been challenging, significant progress has been made.

One of the key factors driving the VIS Commission is the continuous development and training of local personnel, contributing to the preparation of new delegates to strengthen the system in NORCECA's zonal tournaments through enhanced technical support and technology.

The impact of statistics on the development of national teams is crucial, as they provide essential data on athletes’ performance.

As the meeting progressed, it evolved from a series of report presentations into a dynamic working session addressing specific issues related to the timely management of statistics.

Manuel Calderón presented a Zonal Development Plan focused on the standardization and strengthening of zonal associations. The goal is for each National Federation or Zonal Association to have VIS supervisors, reinforcing the statistical structure to ensure continuous growth.

With these advancements, the VIS Commission reaffirms its commitment to continuous improvement, the efficient use of technology, and the professionalization of volleyball in the region.

The next NORCECA Working Commission meeting will be led by the Marketing Commission.