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Charleston, W.Va., to Host Men’s Continental Championship

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (February 23, 2023) – Get ready, sports fans in the eastern United States! Charleston, West Virginia, will be hosting the highly anticipated 2023 NORCECA Men’s Continental Championship at the Charleston Coliseum from September 5-10. This is an exciting opportunity for volleyball enthusiasts to cheer on the U.S. Men’s Volleyball National Team as they compete against top teams from Canada, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Trinidad & Tobago.

Teams participating in the Continental Championship will earn valuable points towards their world rankings, which will ultimately determine qualification for the 2024 Olympic Games. The U.S. Men’s Team holds the top spot in the region and is currently ranked 6th in the world.

USA Volleyball President and CEO, Jamie Davis, expressed his enthusiasm for bringing this high-level tournament to Charleston. He mentioned that this event will be the U.S. Men’s National Team’s final competition on home soil before they embark on their journey to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Davis extended his gratitude to the Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau for their support in making this event possible.

Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau President/CEO, Tim Brady, shared his excitement about hosting such a prestigious tournament in the city. He emphasized their commitment to growing Charleston’s reputation as a hub for competitive volleyball in West Virginia and the surrounding region.

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Charleston Mayor, Amy Shuler Goodwin, expressed her pride in securing the Men’s Continental Championship, highlighting the strong partnership between the Charleston CVB and Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. She recognized the economic benefits that sports tourism brings to the city and welcomed athletes, coaches, and fans from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Head Coach of the U.S. Men’s Team, John Speraw, expressed his eagerness to compete in West Virginia for the first time. He emphasized the importance of playing in front of American fans and encouraged everyone to come out and support Team USA.

The tournament will feature four matches per day for five of the six days, with the quarterfinals taking place on September 8. The level of play is expected to be exceptional, with serves and hits reaching speeds of over 70 mph. Fans are encouraged to show their patriotic spirit by wearing red, white, and blue, and bringing signs and noisemakers to cheer on the team.

Tickets for the event will go on sale at noon ET on Friday, February 24, and can be purchased through Ticketmaster or at the Charleston Coliseum box office.


FAQs

Q: When and where will the 2023 NORCECA Men’s Continental Championship be held?

A: The championship will take place from September 5-10 at the Charleston Coliseum in Charleston, West Virginia.

Q: Which teams will be competing in the tournament?

A: Teams from Canada, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Trinidad & Tobago, and the U.S. will be participating in the championship.

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Q: What is the significance of this tournament?

A: The teams will earn points towards their world rankings, which will contribute to their qualification for the 2024 Olympic Games.

Q: Is this the U.S. Men’s National Team’s final event before the qualifiers for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games?

A: Yes, the tournament in Charleston will be the U.S. Men’s National Team’s last competition on home soil before they travel overseas to compete in the qualifiers.

Q: How can I purchase tickets for the championship?

A: Tickets will go on sale at noon ET on Friday, February 24, and can be purchased through Ticketmaster or at the Charleston Coliseum box office.


Summary

Get ready for an exhilarating display of volleyball skills as Charleston, West Virginia, hosts the 2023 NORCECA Men’s Continental Championship from September 5-10. Fans can look forward to watching the U.S. Men’s Volleyball National Team take on top teams from Canada, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Trinidad & Tobago. This championship is not only about thrilling matches but also about acquiring vital points towards qualifying for the 2024 Olympic Games. With matches featuring lightning-fast serves and powerful hits, attendees are advised to come dressed in red, white, and blue to support Team USA. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness this high-level volleyball tournament firsthand – get your tickets from Ticketmaster or the Charleston Coliseum box office starting on February 24 at noon ET.

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