FIVB press releases

Positive response from 'Cool Volley' programme in St. Kitts and Nevis

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:10:23 GMT

Lausanne, Switzerland, February 3, 2012 – In January, “Cool Volley” dipped its toes in the waters of St. Kitts and Nevis and received a very positive response from all involved, according to national federation president Glenn Quinlan and FIVB technical and development director Helgi Thorsteinsson.

Referees confirmed for Volleyball and Beach Volleyball at 2012 Olympic Games

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:28:41 GMT

Lausanne, Switzerland, February 2, 2012 – The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) is very proud to announce the list of referees who have been appointed to officiate at the 2012 Olympic Games in London later this year. A total of 20 referees will officiate at the volleyball competition with a further 16 at the beach volleyball competition.

Algeria stun Egypt on opening day of women's African Olympic volleyball qualifiers

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:07:54 GMT

Blida, Algeria, February 2, 2012 – Hosts and African Championship runners-up Algeria pulled off a stunning 3-1 (25-20, 23-25, 25-17, 25-20) victory over heavy favourites Egypt on the opening day of the Women’s African Olympic Qualificatiers at Blida on Thursday.

VolleyWorld 5/2011 now online in Spanish, French, Russian, Arabic and Portuguese

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:37:36 GMT

Lausanne, Switzerland, February 2, 2012 – The latest edition of the FIVB's bimonthly magazine VolleyWorld - featuring a superb review of Trentino's and Baku's success at the FIVB Club World Championships - is now available online in Spanish, French, Russian, Arabic and Portuguese.

City and dates confirmed for FIVB Beach Volleyball SWATCH Youth World Championships

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:04:49 GMT

Lausanne, Switzerland, February 2, 2012 – The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) is pleased to confirm that the picturesque city of Larnaca will welcome the international beach volleyball boys and girls aged under 19 from July 12 to 15 when Cyprus hosts the FIVB Beach Volleyball SWATCH Youth World Championships 2012.

City and dates confirmed for FIVB Beach Volleyball SWATCH Youth World Championships

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:48:04 GMT

Algeria play Egypt in opening match of African Olympic volleyball qualifier

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:29:28 GMT

Blida, Algeria, February 1, 2012 - Hosts Algeria will take on favourites Egypt in a thrilling opening encounter of the African Women’s Olympic Qualification volleyball tournament to be played in Blida, Algeria, which starts on Thursday before finishing on Saturday, after the drawing of lots was held on Wednesday.

Tokyo 2020 appoints women’s volleyball legend Yuko Arakida as sports director

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:12:49 GMT

Tokyo, Japan, February 1, 2012 – Tokyo 2020, Japan’s bid committee to host the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, announced on Wednesday the appointment of former Olympic gold medalist and chairperson of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), Yuko Arakida, as sports director. A major figure in not only Japan but in the history of women’s volleyball, Arakida’s appointment underscores Tokyo 2020’s ongoing effort to further enhance unity and momentum for Tokyo’s campaign to host the 2020 Games.

Hamilton Open draws top international beach volleyball tandems

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:04:10 GMT

Hamilton, New Zealand, February 1, 2012 - Some of the world's top beach volleyball players will take on a host of local hopefuls on the edge of Hamilton Lake on Saturday and Sunday as the New Zealand National Beach Volleyball Tour continues.

Papua New Guinea pairs ready for Continental Cup challenge

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:46:31 GMT

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, February 1, 2012 – Some of Papua New Guinea’s top men’s volleyball players will exchange their usual indoor court setting to the sands of New Zealand from February 16 to 19 as they step out at the AVC Beach Volleyball Continental Cup Oceania zonal tournament.

Papua New Guinea pairs ready for Continental Cup challenge

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:45:24 GMT

Papua New Guinea pairs ready for Continental Cup challenge

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:44:39 GMT

Volley All Festival takes huge strides in 2011

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:52:27 GMT

Lausanne, Switzerland, January 31, 2012 – The FIVB’s Volley All Festival made astonishing steps in 2011 with approximately 417,000 people taking part in events around the world according to a new report published by the sport’s governing body on Tuesday.

Brazil's new youth evaluation aims for future development

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:54:01 GMT

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, January 31, 2012 – The Brazilian Volleyball Federation (CBV) began work on a full evaluation of youth volleyball in the country last weekend with the hope of making sure all future stars of the game are nurtured correctly.

Aussies gear up for latest stop on Beach Volleyball Series

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:54:37 GMT

St Kilda, Australia, January 31, 2012 – Australian beach volleyball is set to heat up this weekend as St Kilda gets ready to host round four of the Renault National Beach Volleyball Series (NBVS).

Beach volleyball potential growing in Thailand

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:24:53 GMT

Bangkok, Thailand, January 30, 2012 – FIVB Board of Administration member and Thailand Volleyball Association president Shanrit Wongprasert has praised the achievements of the country’s beach volleyball players but added that more needs to be done to develop the sport further in the country.

Kenya coach Chenje names Olympics Qualifiers team

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:46:25 GMT

Nairobi, Kenya, January 30, 2012 - Kenya have named the 12 players that will represent the country at the CAVB Women's Olympic Qualification tournament which begins in Blida, Algeria on Wednesday.

Brasilia to kick start FIVB Beach Volleyball SWATCH World Tour for third year running

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:04:50 GMT

Lausanne, Switzerland, January 26, 2012 – Brasilia will be the starting point for the FIVB Beach Volleyball SWATCH World Tour for the third year in a row from April 16 to 22 after the Brazilian capital was confirmed as the host of the first stage of the 2012 circuit on Thursday.

East meets West in Russian All Stars match

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:21:45 GMT

Belgorod, Russia, January 30, 2012 – Team West took bragging rights in Russia’s annual All Stars Game in Belgorod on Sunday after they beat rivals Team East in straight sets (30-25, 25-21, 25-20).

CEV Beach Volleyball Continental Cup semifinals decided

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:35:47 GMT

Budapest, Hungary, January 30, 2012 – Teams taking part in the CEV Beach Volleyball Continental Cup semifinals learnt their fate on Friday after the drawing of lots were completed in Budapest, Hungary.