The USA Volleyball Open National Championships, held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Ohio, saw its first 12 champions crowned on Sunday, May 26, 2019. This prestigious event, which has been held annually since 1928 (excluding two years during World War II), showcased approximately 4,000 athletes competing across various divisions.
Men’s AA: Rusty Nuts Claims Victory
In the Men’s A Division, Rusty Nuts from the Ohio Valley Region emerged as the undefeated champions with a 9-0 record. They secured their title by defeating Team Freedom AA from the Garden Empire Region in a thrilling match, with a final score of 27-25, 25-21. Rusty Nuts AA showcased their dominance throughout the tournament, defeating strong opponents such as Swingers from the New England Region and Team Freedom AA in the semifinals.
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Women’s AA: Lady Sorin Takes the Crown
The Women’s AA Division saw an intense competition between Lady Sorin from the Hoosier Region and Shots from Southern California. Lady Sorin emerged as the winners of this division, displaying their skill and determination. They advanced to the championship match by defeating Shots in the semifinals with a score of 25-19, 25-18. Lady Sorin went undefeated in the tournament, winning all nine matches, but faced tough challenges in six of those contests.
Men’s A: Degenerates Claim Victory
The Men’s A Division witnessed an exciting showdown between Degenerates from the Great Lakes Region and Team Bear Claw from the Iowa Region. Degenerates emerged victorious, securing the title with a 25-19, 25-13 victory in the finals. Despite a rocky start in the tournament, Degenerates found their stride in the second round and won their final five matches to claim the championship. Team Bear Claw, the undefeated team leading up to the finals, put up a strong fight but fell short in the gold bracket.
Women’s A: Team Bearclaw Emerges as Champions
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Team Bearclaw, representing the Iowa Region, claimed the Women’s A Division title with a 25-18, 25-19 victory over Team Freedom A-Red from the Garden Empire Region. Team Bearclaw concluded the tournament with an impressive 10-1 record, with their only loss coming against USA Deaf Volleyball from the Chesapeake Region in a second-round match. Team Freedom A-Red, with a record of 9-1, showcased their skills throughout the tournament and reached the finals, only to be defeated by the champion Team Bearclaw.
Men’s 40-and-Over: Beam Pineapple Takes the Title
The Men’s 40-and-Over Division witnessed a thrilling competition between Beam Pineapple from the Hoosier Region and Hustle & Flow from the Garden Empire Region. Beam Pineapple emerged victorious with a 25-21, 25-18 victory in the gold-medal match. Despite Hustle & Flow’s multiple encounters with Beam Pineapple throughout the tournament, they were the only team to take a set from the champions in eight matches.
Women’s 45-and-Over: No Dinx 45+ Claims Victory
No Dinx 45+ from the Moku O Keawe Region took home the Women’s 45-and-Over Division crown. In a tightly contested championship match against San Diego Beaches from the Southern California Region, No Dinx 45+ emerged victorious with a score of 27-25, 25-21. With an 8-0 record, No Dinx 45+ displayed their dominance throughout the tournament, with their only set loss coming against San Diego Beaches in the semifinals.
Men’s 50-and-Over: Balboa Bay 50s Triumph
Balboa Bay 50s from the Southern California Region claimed victory in the Men’s 50-and-Over Division. They showcased their skills and determination, defeating Blaine Labs from the Heart of America Region in the gold-medal match with a score of 25-23, 25-23. Balboa Bay 50s overcame a first-match loss to Boomer 5.0 from the Iroquois Empire Region and a second-round loss to Blaine Labs to secure their title.
Women’s 55-and-Over: San Diego 55 Panama Jack Emerges Victorious
San Diego 55 Panama Jack from the Southern California Region triumphed in the Women’s 55-and-Over Division. They secured the title in a seesaw championship match against Brasil Mix-55 from Brazil, with a score of 25-14, 11-25, 15-3. San Diego 55 Panama Jack went undefeated in the tournament, winning all eight matches, with their only set loss coming in the gold-medal match.
Men’s 60-and-Over: Federal Resources Claims Victory
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Federal Resources from the Heart of America Region emerged as the champions in the Men’s 60-and-Over Division. With an impressive undefeated record of 9-0, Federal Resources secured the title by defeating Kings Mountain Fog 60 from the Northern California Region in the finals with a score of 25-9, 25-20.
Men’s 70-and-Over: Quiksilver Legends Triumph
Quiksilver Legends 70 from the Southern California Region emerged victorious in the Men’s 70-and-Over Division. They showcased their skills and experience, defeating V&C/Brasil M70+ from Brazil in the gold-medal match with a score of 25-17, 25-20. The champions went undefeated in eight matches, not losing a single set throughout the tournament.
Men’s 78-and-Over: Outback Steakhouse 78+ Takes the Title
Outback Steakhouse 78+ from the Puget Sound Region claimed victory in the Men’s 78-and-Over Division, the oldest age group in the tournament. Outback Steakhouse 78+ triumphed over Rusty 78 from the Columbia Empire Region in back-to-back gold-bracket matches, with a score of 25-13, 16-25, 15-5 in the gold-medal match. Outback Steakhouse 78+ finished the tournament with a flawless 9-0 record but faced tough competition from Rusty 78.
Special Olympics: HC GA Gladiators, Georgia Kay Center, and Texas Allen Spikers Triumph
In the Special Olympics divisions, HC GA Gladiators emerged victorious in the Red Division, while Georgia Kay Center claimed the White Division title. Texas Allen Spikers took home the Blue Division title. These teams displayed exceptional talent and skill throughout the tournament, showcasing the inclusive nature of the sport.
Q: How many divisions are there in the USA Volleyball Open National Championships?
A: The USA Volleyball Open National Championships feature multiple divisions, including Men’s and Women’s AA, A, 40-and-Over, 45-and-Over, 50-and-Over, 55-and-Over, 60-and-Over, 70-and-Over, 78-and-Over, as well as Special Olympics divisions.
Q: How many teams competed in the tournament?
A: Approximately 4,000 athletes participated in the USA Volleyball Open National Championships.
Q: Who won the Men’s AA Division?
A: Rusty Nuts from the Ohio Valley Region emerged as the champions in the Men’s AA Division.
Q: Who claimed victory in the Women’s AA Division?
A: Lady Sorin from the Hoosier Region took home the crown in the Women’s AA Division.
The USA Volleyball Open National Championships showcased the best of volleyball talent across various age and skill divisions. From the Men’s AA Division to the Women’s 55-and-Over Division, teams displayed their skills, determination, and passion for the sport. The tournament saw intense matches, undefeated champions, and incredible performances. Congratulations to all the winners who emerged victorious in this highly competitive event.
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