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Marymount girls volleyball grabs another National Division Gold Bracket title at Nike Tournament of Champions
MESA, Ariz. – It might not have been the title Marymount had in mind when it took the court at the start of Saturday’s schedule at the Nike Tournament of Champions. But when two of the state’s longest girls volleyball winning streaks were halted less than 10 minutes apart... Read more
Eastlake girls volleyball elevates effort to earn thrilling pool-play wins at Nike Tournament of Champions
MESA, Ariz. – For a group that struggled during the first month of the season with being able to respond well in pressure situations, the Chula Vista Eastlake girls volleyball team continued its recent string of clutch performances Friday during National Division pool play at the Nike Tournament of... Read more
Girls Volleyball Section Rankings
The high school girls volleyball season continues to build momentum all across the state, with several teams having already competed in multiple prestigious tournaments and other national events and marquee matchups scheduled in the days and weeks ahead. Here is a look at the top girls volleyball programs in... Read more
Mater Dei, Marymount headline Nike Tournament of Champions girls volleyball field in Arizona
Mater Dei and Marymount produced a thrilling three-set battle Sept. 21 in the final of the Durango Fall Classic in Las Vegas. The California powers could be headed for a potential rematch at the Nike Tournament of Champions at the Arizona Athletic Grounds at Legacy Sports Complex in Mesa.... Read more
Westley Matavao leads Mater Dei to back-to-back Durango Fall Classic titles
For the second time in a three-week span, the Mater Dei High girls volleyball team found itself playing in a deciding third set against a California rival in a tournament final. The biggest difference for the Monarchs in Saturday’s championship match against Marymount at the 29th Durango Fall Classic... Read more
The Durango Fall Classic: Saturday Snapshots
The Durango Fall Classic has become one of the most anticipated events on the high school volleyball calendar, drawing top teams from across the country to compete in a thrilling two-day tournament. Held annually in Las Vegas, Nevada, this year’s Durango Fall Classic once again showcased elite-level volleyball, fierce... Read more
Elite California girls volleyball teams seek more success at Durango Fall Classic
The 29th edition of the Durango Fall Classic girls volleyball tournament, one of the elite events in the country every fall, is scheduled for Friday and Saturday at four locations in Nevada – Durango, Palo Verde, Desert Oasis and Foothill – with 30 programs from California among the 64-team... Read more
Cathedral Catholic holds off Mater Dei to capture third straight Dave Mohs Memorial crown
For all the memorable matchups involving the girls volleyball programs at Cathedral Catholic and Mater Dei, including four showdowns in the past 13 months, the latest chapter Saturday in the championship bracket of the Dave Mohs Memorial Tournament might have been the most spectacular showcase yet. The past two... Read more
How To Master Your Volleyball Serve: Techniques To Be Powerful and Consistent
It’s time to serve up some tips for the upcoming indoor fall volleyball season. And we are talking all about how to master the serve—and being consistent when it come to serving. Nailing the serve each time is one of the most important skill sets volleyball players need.  A... Read more
Registration Open For NCVA High Performance Abroad Volleyball Tournament
Volleyball players looking to make their mark on the fall season and enhance their competitive edge can now register for NCVA’s High-Performance program. Athletes get to compete with the best athletes across the U.S. and the world with this program that is held abroad. The North California Volleyball Association... Read more
Top Girls Volleyball Teams By Section Entering The Fall Season
The high school girls volleyball season has already begun in several sections or is about to get underway all across the state later this month. Here is a look at the top girls volleyball program in each of the 10 sections that highlight competition in California entering this season.... Read more
NCVA Boys Power League Volleyball Tournament: Everything Players Need To Know
Male volleyball athletes in the Bay Area and Sacramento and nearing locations can look forward to a series of tournaments slated for this fall. NCVA announced details for its 2024/2025 Boys Power League, with athletes able to register now until September 3. Through the Northern California Volleyball Association’s (NVCA)... Read more