March 17, 2026

USA Volleyball Announces Full Slate of 2026 Hall of Fame and Annual Award Winners

USA Volleyball is proud to announce the final honorees for the 2026 Hall of Fame and Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place during the Dorothy C. Boyce Banquet May 20 at the DoubleTree Orlando Theme Park Resort by Hilton in Florida.

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March 19, 2026

USA Volleyball Mourns the Passing of Ann Davenport

The USA Volleyball community mourns the unexpected passing of Ann Davenport on March 16, 2026. Her contributions to the sport were immeasurable, and her influence reached every level of the game in the United States.  

Hall of Fame

March 17, 2026

USA Volleyball Announces Full Slate of 2026 Hall of Fame and Annual Award Winners

USA Volleyball is proud to announce the final honorees for the 2026 Hall of Fame and Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place during the Dorothy C. Boyce Banquet May 20 at the DoubleTree Orlando Theme Park Resort by Hilton in Florida.

A girls beach volleyball player dives in the sand for hte ball.

March 16, 2026

USA Volleyball Announces 2026 Beach U18 National Team

USA Volleyball has selected the athletes who will represent the United States on the 2026 Beach U18 National Team at the 2026 FIVB Beach Volleyball U18 World Championship, scheduled for July 8-12 in The Hague, Netherlands.

JIm Stone at the national anthem

March 12, 2026

USA Volleyball Mourns the Passing of Coach and Educator Jim Stone

USA Volleyball mourns the passing of longtime coach and educator Jim Stone, whose influence has shaped thousands of athletes and coaches across the United States. A teacher of the game and tireless advocate for athlete development, Stone’s impact reached from youth gyms to the international stage.

A girls team celebrating on the court

March 5, 2026

USA Volleyball Announces Dates and Locations for 2027 Indoor National Championships

USA Volleyball has unveiled the official schedule and host cities for its 2027 indoor national championship season, setting the stage for one of the most exciting years in the organization’s history. From the country’s top junior athletes to elite adult competition, the 2027 calendar reflects the continued rise of volleyball across the United States.

USA Volleyball Grass Tour

February 25, 2026

USA Volleyball Launches Grass Tour for 2026

USA Volleyball has announced the launch of the USA Volleyball Grass Tour, a new nationwide initiative designed to bring together the rapidly growing grass volleyball community. The tour will unite local tournaments under one national umbrella and culminate with the first-ever USA Volleyball Adult Grass National Championship in the fall of 2026.

A boys player attacks hte ball wearing an ntdp pinnie

February 19, 2026

Rosters for 2026 Boys Indoor NTDP Spring Training Series Announced

USA Volleyball is proud to host the 2026 Boys Indoor NTDP Spring Training Series from Thursday, February 26-Sunday, March 1 at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs.

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February 19, 2026

USA Volleyball Announces 2026 Hall of Fame All-Time Great Athletes

Seven legendary athletes will be inducted into the 2026 USA Volleyball Hall of Fame during the annual ceremony at the Dorothy C. Boyce Banquet on May 20 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld in Florida.

Matt Fuerbringer

February 18, 2026

USA Volleyball Names Matt Fuerbringer Head Coach of U.S. Men’s Beach National Team

USA Volleyball has named Matt Fuerbringer as head coach of the U.S. Men’s Beach National Team, marking the first head coaching appointment under the organization’s newly redesigned Beach Performance Collective and unified training model.

WNT Head Coach Erik Sullivan

February 17, 2026

Top Athletes Headed to 2026 Women’s National Team Collegiate Training at U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center

USA Volleyball will host its 2026 Women’s National Team Collegiate Training, February 19-22, at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. The training will bring together 62 athletes representing 20 USA Volleyball regions, with participants from 29 NCAA Division I universities.

Credit Union 1

February 13, 2026

USA Volleyball Welcomes Credit Union 1 as First Founding Partner Under JMI Sports

Volleyball is not just having a moment in the United States. It's redefining the landscape of youth and Olympic sports. To harness this momentum, USA Volleyball, the national governing body for beach, indoor, and sitting volleyball and beach Paravolley, has today announced Credit Union 1 as its Official Banking and Financial Literacy Partner through 2029, spotlighting a shared commitment to empowering the sports’ athletes and families both on and off the court.

Ladislav Lelkes

February 12, 2026

USA Volleyball Names Ladislav Lelkes as Men’s Sitting National Team Assistant Coach

USA Volleyball is pleased to announce the hiring of Ladislav Lelkes as assistant coach for the U.S. Men’s Sitting National Team, where he will lead and support the resident program.

Erik Shoji

February 4, 2026

World’s Top Men’s Volleyball Stars Return to Chicago for 2026 Volleyball Nations League

Volleyball fans in the U.S. will once again experience world-class international competition as the Volleyball Nations League returns to the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, July 15-19, 2026.

USA Volleyball and JMI

January 30, 2026

USA Volleyball and JMI Sports Ink Landmark Partnership

USA Volleyball has announced a new multiyear partnership with leading media rights and venue development company JMI Sports, which will serve as the organization’s exclusive property sales representative.

Andy Benesh and Taylor Crabb

January 21, 2026

Taylor Crabb and Andy Benesh Announce New Beach Volleyball Partnership

U.S. Beach National Team athletes Taylor Crabb and Andy Benesh have officially joined forces, marking one of the most anticipated new partnerships on the AVP and international beach circuits. The duo aims to build momentum through the 2026 and 2027 seasons as they prepare for an Olympic qualification run leading into the LA 2028 Games

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January 21, 2026

USA Volleyball and Sports Imports Extend Their Official Net System Partnership

USA Volleyball and Sports Imports have announced the continuation of their partnership, naming Sports Imports the Official Net System Partner of USA Volleyball.

January 20, 2026

Cassidy Lichtman Elected Chair of the USA Volleyball Board of Directors

USA Volleyball announced today that Cassidy Lichtman has been elected chair of its Board of Directors, bringing her experience as a player, leader, and advocate for athlete empowerment to the organization’s top governance role. Lichtman, one of the sport’s most respected female leaders, underscores the organization’s commitment to elevating athlete voices in governance and shaping its long-term strategy.

Rob Browning

January 9, 2026

U.S. Women’s National Team Welcomes Back Rob Browning as Assistant Coach

USA Volleyball announced today that Rob Browning has been named an assistant coach for the U.S. Women’s National Team. Browning brings decades of experience at both the collegiate and international levels, adding valuable perspective as the program continues to compete at the highest level of the sport worldwide.

Kelly Cheng and Megan Kraft

January 8, 2026

Kelly Cheng and Megan Kraft Form New Beach Partnership

Two of the most accomplished beach volleyball players in the United States, Kelly Cheng and Megan Kraft, have announced a new partnership that brings together two elite-level athletes, one with Olympic experience and the other a rising world talent, as they look to represent the U.S. at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

Glen Lietzke

December 27, 2025

USA Volleyball Mourns the Passing of Hall of Fame Leader and Visionary Glen Lietzke

USA Volleyball is deeply saddened by the passing of longtime volleyball leader Glen Lietzke, a respected and influential figure whose dedication to the sport touched athletes, families, and organizations nationwide.

Olivia Babcock attacks

December 16, 2025

NTDP/WNT Athletes Ready to Shine in 2025 NCAA Women’s Volleyball Semifinals

From the NTDP courts to the NCAA semifinals, the impact of USA Volleyball’s development pipeline is on full display once again. Athletes and coaches from all four teams will bring rich experience from NTDP programs and U.S. national teams, showing how the pathway continues to prepare players and staff for the sport’s biggest stages.

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