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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (February 25, 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.
Grass volleyball continues to surge in popularity, with adult participation nearly doubling over the past five years. According to the 2025 SFIA Topline Report, outdoor volleyball participation has increased by 88 percent since 2020, fueled by a growing interest in accessible, community-driven outdoor sports. The USA Volleyball Grass Tour builds on that momentum by creating a clear path from casual weekend play to a true national championship experience.
Each tournament on the 2026 USAV Grass Tour will be given a set number of bids to award to the national championship, based on final placement and if the discipline will be provided at nationals. Open registration for the national championship will be available, but bid winners receive exclusive championship benefits.
These affiliated events across the country are a season long circuit that connects local tournaments to a national stage. Through a tiered affiliation model, events can keep their grassroots identity while gaining access to USA Volleyball marketing support, event operational support, and national ranking points.
“The USA Volleyball Grass Tour is more than just a list of tournaments; it gives a national identity to the millions of players competing in parks and fields across the country,” said USA Volleyball President and CEO John Speraw. “We are thrilled to bring the unmatched energy of our championship events to the grass game. We’re protecting what makes this community so special while delivering the high-level experience our athletes deserve and creating unforgettable moments together.”
The USA Volleyball Grass Tour will also introduce a program to celebrate America’s No. 1 grass athletes in both genders. The program will crown the top grass players through competition across multiple divisions and disciplines while encouraging consistent participation in USAV Grass Tour events.
“Waupaca Boatride Volleyball is excited to be working with USA Volleyball in the inaugural 2026 USA Volleyball Grass Tour,” said Tom Galecke of Waupaca Boatride Volleyball. “We are looking forward to expanding grass volleyball at all levels, culminating in the USAV Adult Grass National Championship. It has always been the mission statement for Waupaca Boatride to expose grass volleyball to every level of player regardless of economics. We look forward to growing that statement with the USA Volleyball Grass Tour.”
For more information about the tour, email [email protected].
USA Volleyball Grass Tour 2026 – Event Schedule
The inaugural USA Volleyball Grass Tour kicks off a season-long circuit of tournaments across the country, culminating in the first-ever USA Volleyball Adult Grass Open National Championship. Each event combines competitive play with community energy, giving local tournaments a national stage while keeping their unique identity.
West Texas Dig Fest
April 11-12, 2026 | The ROC – Recreational Outdoor Complex, Abilene, Texas
Hosted by the Abilene Youth Sports Authority, this debut event features Men’s and Women’s Triples on Saturday, and Adult Coed and Juniors Triples on Sunday.
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Grass Tourney 2
May 16-17, 2026 | Gretna Crossing Park, Gretna, Nebraska
Organized by Kaleb Scharman Volleyball Tournaments, this growing event offers Men’s and Women’s Triples on Saturday, plus Coed Quads and Youth Quads on Sunday.
Fresh Coast Champions Cup
June 6-7, 2026 | Veterans Park, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Run by Volley Life, this event combines traditional grass competition with a pro exhibition element, including Triples, Coed Doubles, Juniors divisions, clinics, and more.
The Raiders Open
June 12-14, 2026 | Viets Field at MSOE, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Hosted by the Milwaukee School of Engineering men’s volleyball program, this turf field event features Triples, Coed Quads, Reverse Coed Quads, and Juniors divisions.
Pottstown Rumble
June 26-28, 2026 | Memorial Park, Pottstown, Pennsylvania
The Rumble returns with Coed Quads, Reverse Coed, Doubles, Triples, Quads, Coed Doubles, Masters, and Juniors divisions, bringing one of the country’s toughest volleyball battles back to the grass.
Waupaca Boatride
July 9-12, 2026 | Brighton Acres, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Known as the US Open of grass triples, this four-day event includes Men’s and Women’s Triples, Juniors clinics, and multiple adult and junior formats around the main Saturday tournament.
Carlisle Crush
July 17-19, 2026 | George B. Stuart Athletic Fields at the Carlisle Family YMCA, Carlisle, Pennsylvania
A three-day weekend packed with Doubles, Triples, Quads, Masters, Coed formats, Juniors, and recreational 6s.
Spikin’ It – Gateway Region
July 18-19, 2026 | St. Charles Soccer Park Complex, St. Charles, Missouri
Sponsored by the Gateway Region of USA Volleyball, this event has open and club divisions in Men’s and Women’s Triples and Coed Quads.
Orange County Crown
July 18-19, 2026 | Huntington Beach High School, Huntington Beach, California
Hosted by Bad Boys Open, featuring Saturday Triples, Sunday Doubles, and Reverse Coed Quads, while supporting the Huntington Beach High School boys volleyball program.
Marshall Madness
July 25-26, 2026 | Ephram White Park, Bowling Green, Kentucky
A long-running family-hosted tradition drawing over 150 teams, including Triples, Quads, Coed Quads, and Coed Sixes.
Players Choice
July 31-August 2, 2026 | Ridge Road Sports Complex, Palmyra, Pennsylvania
Hosted by Cut Shot Volleyball, Saturday features Men’s, Women’s, Juniors, and Masters Doubles, while Sunday includes Reverse Coed Doubles and Gender Blind Quads.
Gulf to Bay x Sandbagger
Event Dates TBD | Saint Petersburg, Florida
Get ready to compete, clash, and have a great time as Gulf to Bay and Sandbagger put on premium grass volleyball tournament experiences on the Gulf Coast of Florida.
USA Volleyball Adult Grass Open National Championship
The centerpiece of the tour, this championship is designed specifically for adult athletes. Modeled on the energy and prestige of USA Volleyball’s Adult Open Championship, it will deliver elite-level competition and a destination-style festival atmosphere.
Additional USA Volleyball Grass Tour-affiliated events and championship details will be announced soon.