Sunday, 8 Dec 2024

USA Volleyball Announces Rebranded Beach Tour for Junior Athletes

USA Volleyball is thrilled to announce the launch of the rebranded USA Volleyball Beach Tour, aimed at increasing participation in beach volleyball across the country. With an updated logo and a fresh look, this revamped tour builds upon the tremendous momentum generated by millions of viewers watching the U.S. Beach National Teams at the Tokyo Olympics.

Beach volleyball has experienced significant growth in the last five years, making it an exciting time to introduce the USA Volleyball Beach Tour brand and expand opportunities for young athletes to get involved in the sport, according to USA Volleyball President and CEO Jamie Davis.

The growth of beach volleyball is evident in both the collegiate and junior levels. Currently, more than 90 colleges across all divisions offer the discipline, and over the past five years, it has been the fastest-growing NCAA Division I sport.

Previously known as the USA National Beach Tour, the USA Volleyball Beach Tour has rebranded and now comprises over 30 national qualifying events held nationwide. The tour operates under the same guidelines, with clubs and regions hosting beach national qualifiers and regional qualifiers. Through this system, athletes can earn the opportunity to compete at the highly sought-after USA Volleyball Beach National Championship, which takes place every summer. At the National Qualifiers, top finishers have the chance to secure bids to the prestigious Open Division, while American Division bids are available at Regional Qualifiers.

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“This beach tour rebrand will help strengthen its brand affiliation with USA Volleyball and the 40 regions of USAV,” said Steve Bishop, Florida Region Commissioner and Beach Development Representative to the USAV Board of Directors. “We’ve witnessed ongoing growth in the beach space across the U.S. as more playing opportunities are created annually for our members. We acknowledge and commend our USAV promoters who host the regional and national qualifiers in communities throughout the regions. Our collective goal and mandate are to prioritize athlete safety while creating the most competitive events in the U.S. I eagerly look forward to the future of the USA Volleyball Beach Tour.”

For a list of upcoming events in the USA Volleyball Beach Tour, including the Old Dominion TVA Fall BNQ (Aug. 28-29) and the Chesapeake Wave BNQ (Sept. 11-12), please visit the Upcoming Events Calendar. The schedule will be regularly updated with new additions.

FAQs

Question 1: How has beach volleyball grown in popularity in recent years?

Answer: Beach volleyball has experienced significant growth, becoming the fastest-growing NCAA Division I sport in the last five years. More than 90 colleges across divisions currently offer beach volleyball as a discipline.

Question 2: What is the purpose of the USA Volleyball Beach Tour rebrand?

Answer: The USA Volleyball Beach Tour rebrand aims to strengthen its affiliation with USA Volleyball and the 40 regions of USAV, while also expanding opportunities for young athletes to participate in beach volleyball.

Question 3: How can athletes qualify for the USA Volleyball Beach National Championship?

Answer: Athletes can qualify for the USA Volleyball Beach National Championship by competing in national and regional qualifiers. Top finishers at the qualifiers have the chance to secure bids to the Open Division and American Division respectively.

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Summary

USA Volleyball is excited to announce the launch of the rebranded USA Volleyball Beach Tour, which aims to increase participation in beach volleyball nationwide. This tour builds upon the sport’s growth, leveraging the momentum generated by the U.S. Beach National Teams at the Tokyo Olympics. With an updated logo and streamlined look, the USA Volleyball Beach Tour offers young athletes expanded opportunities to get involved in the sport. The beach volleyball discipline has seen tremendous growth, becoming the fastest-growing NCAA Division I sport in recent years. The USA Volleyball Beach Tour comprises over 30 national qualifying events held across the country, leading up to the highly anticipated USA Volleyball Beach National Championship. Through a comprehensive qualifier system, athletes have the chance to earn bids to compete in the Open Division or American Division. The rebrand strengthens the tour’s affiliation with USA Volleyball and its 40 regions, ensuring continued growth and competitive events for aspiring beach volleyball players. Don’t miss out on the exciting upcoming events in the USA Volleyball Beach Tour—check the Upcoming Events Calendar for the latest information. Get involved and join the action!