Over the past week, several significant developments have occurred in the world of volleyball:
International Competitions:
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Italy’s Dominance in EuroVolley: The Italian women’s national team continued their impressive performance at the CEV Trendyol Women’s EuroVolley 2026, securing a 3-0 victory over Montenegro. This win marked their second consecutive straight-sets triumph in Pool D, with standout performances from players like Ekaterina Antropova and Paola Egonu. (volleyball.it)
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USA’s Triumph at U17 World Championship: The U.S. girls’ national team clinched the gold medal at the FIVB Volleyball Girls’ U17 World Championship, sweeping the final against China. This victory ended China’s reign in the tournament and highlighted the rising talent in American volleyball. (en.volleyballworld.com)
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Mexico’s Historic Set in NORCECA Championship: At the NORCECA Women’s Continental Championship in Santo Domingo, Mexico achieved a remarkable 25-0 set against Trinidad and Tobago. Setter Karen Rivera served all 25 points without error, showcasing Mexico’s growing prowess in the sport. (volleyball.it)
Domestic Leagues and Events:
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AVCA First Serve Tournament: The 2026 NCAA women’s volleyball season commenced with the AVCA First Serve event in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Top-ranked teams, including No. 2 Texas, No. 3 Kentucky, and No. 4 Pitt, participated in this preseason showcase. The event featured several high-profile matches, setting the tone for the upcoming collegiate season. (ncaa.com)
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Fox Sports’ Expanded Coverage: Fox Sports announced an expanded broadcast schedule for women’s college volleyball, airing 35 matches this season, including a record-breaking eight on the main Fox network. This initiative underscores the growing popularity and visibility of women’s volleyball in the U.S. (apnews.com)
Highlights:
- Fox Sports will broadcast 35 women’s volleyball matches, including 8 on Fox, Published on Monday, August 17
