Joseph B. “Joe” Sharpless Arbitrator’s Service Award
Named in honor of Joseph B. “Joe” Sharpless, vice president emeritus, past corporate secretary, 23-year vice president and 35-year member of the Board of Directors and a former event arbitrator. He was instrumental in the development and implementation of the event arbitrator program. COMMISSION: This award recognizes individuals who have made significant and outstanding contributions...
Looking Ahead: 2024 Open Nationals Called to Columbus
USA Volleyball has selected Columbus, Ohio, to host its 2024 Open National Championship on May 24-29 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center
James E. Coleman National Team Award
Named in honor of Dr. James E. Coleman, who was involved with the USA national teams program for five (5) decades as a coach, mentor, statistical adviser and leader, and was a recognized leader in volleyball by the FIVB. COMMISSION/CRITERIA: To recognize individuals for unusual length of service/involvement with USA national team programs and demonstrated...
Beach ParaVolley Training Camp Set for This Weekend
Beach ParaVolley athletes are returning to Hickory Point Beach in Tavares, Florida, this weekend for the fourth BPV training camp of the year.
William G. Morgan Founder’s Award
Named in honor of William G. Morgan, the recognized “inventor” of the sport of volleyball, originally known as “mintonette,” in 1895. COMMISSION: This award recognizes individuals who have served as president of the USA Volleyball (1928-2006) and USAV (2006-2008), and as chair of the Board of Directors from 2008. COMMITTEE CHAIR: Recognitions Commission CRITERIA: Service...