Tuesday, 16 Jul 2024

USAV Chooses Orlando To Host Sunshine Classic Through 2025

USA Volleyball has recently announced that Orlando will be the host city for the Sunshine Classic Girls Qualifier from now until 2025. This annual event will take place at the Orange County Convention Center, with the 2022 edition scheduled for April 1-3.

According to USA Volleyball President and CEO Jamie Davis, they are delighted to partner with the Orange County Convention Center and GO Sports to bring the Sunshine Classic Qualifier back to Orlando for the next four years. The Sunshine Classic is a prestigious qualifying tournament for the USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship, and the association recognizes that Orlando offers an excellent destination for athletes, families, officials, and staff.

The Sunshine Classic is one of the 12 qualifiers leading up to the USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship. The qualifying season for the 2022 national championship, which will be held in Indianapolis from June 23 to July 4, will commence with the Salt Lake City Showdown on March 5-7.

OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester expressed gratitude for the longstanding partnership with USA Volleyball and their confidence in the Center of Hospitality. He eagerly anticipates the opportunity to collaborate with USA Volleyball and the Sunshine Qualifier.

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In 2021, the Sunshine Classic attracted over 1,100 teams, and USA Volleyball granted 36 bids to the national championship. The event welcomes the best indoor volleyball athletes from across the United States.

GO Sports President and CEO Jason Siegel also shared his excitement in welcoming back the Sunshine Classic Girls Qualifier for the next four years. He assured attendees that they can expect an exceptional experience, thanks to the collaboration between GO Sports, the OCCC, Orange County, and Visit Orlando.

About USA Volleyball: Founded in 1928, USA Volleyball is a nonprofit organization recognized by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), and World ParaVolley as the National Governing Body for the sport of volleyball in the United States. With over 425,000 registered members, USA Volleyball organizes national championship events, coaching and officials certification programs, and grassroots development across all disciplines. USA Volleyball has a remarkable record of success, with Olympic and Paralympic medals, World Cup titles, World Championship titles, and Continental Championship titles to its name.

About the Orange County Convention Center: The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) has successfully hosted over 100 face-to-face events since July 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic began. Through their Recovery and Resiliency Guidelines, GBAC STAR accreditation, partnership with Orlando Health, and meticulous planning with each client and event, the OCCC has demonstrated that events can be held safely amidst the new era of health and safety protocols. Recently, the center has been the venue of choice for various youth volleyball, basketball, and wrestling tournaments, attracting athletes, coaches, and spectators from around the world.

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About the Greater Orlando Sports Commission: GO Sports is a private, nonprofit organization that aims to attract and manage sports-related events, conferences, and activities, driving positive economic development in the Greater Orlando area. Since its establishment in 1993, the organization has hosted or co-hosted more than 1,450 events with a total economic impact exceeding $1.9 billion. For more information, please visit GreaterOrlandoSports.com.

FAQs

Q: When will the Sunshine Classic Girls Qualifier take place in 2022?
The Sunshine Classic Girls Qualifier is scheduled to be held from April 1 to April 3 in 2022.

Q: How many qualifiers lead up to the USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship?
There are a total of 12 qualifiers that feed into the USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship.

Q: How many bids were awarded for the national championship in 2021?
For the national championship in 2021, USA Volleyball awarded 36 bids.

Summary

Orlando has been chosen as the host city for the Sunshine Classic Girls Qualifier until 2025. This annual event, which serves as a qualifying tournament for the USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship, will take place at the Orange County Convention Center. The partnership between USA Volleyball, the Orange County Convention Center, and GO Sports ensures that athletes, families, officials, and staff can enjoy all that Orlando has to offer as a destination. With over 1,100 teams competing in the 2021 edition, the Sunshine Classic has established itself as a premier event in the volleyball community. The Orange County Convention Center’s successful track record in hosting events during the COVID-19 pandemic and GO Sports’ commitment to providing an exceptional experience make Orlando the ideal location for this prestigious tournament. For more information, please visit the official website of USA Volleyball.

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