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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (June 23, 2025) – USA Volleyball, in partnership with the New England Region Volleyball Association (NERVA), is proud to announce the elevation of the Boston Volleyball Festival to official USA Volleyball Junior National Qualifier (JNQ) status beginning in the 2025-26 season.
This designation marks a major milestone for volleyball in the Northeast and will position Boston as a premier destination for national-level competition. For the first time, the Boston Volleyball Festival will offer national bid opportunities for both boys and girls across all age divisions, further expanding access to USA Volleyball’s championship pathway.
“Boston has long been a stronghold for junior volleyball, and we’re excited to formally recognize the Boston Volleyball Festival as an official Junior National Qualifier,” said Steve Bishop, USA Volleyball’s chief operating officer. “This upgrade is a testament to NERVA’s outstanding event operations and the growing demand for high-level competition in the Northeast. Together, we’re expanding access to national bid pathways and reinforcing our commitment to supporting athletes across the country.”
The 2026 NIKE Boston National Qualifier series will take place over three weekends at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.
- February 27-March 1, 2026 – NIKE Boston National Qualifier #1
- March 6-8, 2026 – NIKE Boston National Qualifier #2
- April 3-5, 2026 – NIKE Boston National Qualifier #3
The event will be co-branded with USA Volleyball and integrated into USAV’s official event calendar, registration systems, and rankings infrastructure. Teams competing in bid divisions will have the opportunity to earn invitations to USA Volleyball’s prestigious national championship events.
“NERVA is honored to partner with USA Volleyball in this exciting next chapter for the Boston Volleyball Festival,” said Dave Peixoto, NERVA commissioner. “Our teams, families and coaches have helped grow this event into one of the largest in the country, and this designation further elevates the experience for everyone involved. We look forward to welcoming teams from across the nation to Boston for a world-class competition.”