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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
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
NCVA Sand And Serve Beach VolleyBall Tournament Takes Place August 31
The summer outdoors beach volleyball Caribbean Challenge is sadly coming to an end. But not before youth volleyball players have the chance to compete in one last tournament. The Northern California Volleyball Association (NCVA) is hosting the Sand & Serve beach volleyball tournament on August 31. Held at the... Read more
8 Volleyball Drills You Can Do at Home: No Court Needed
Volleyball players don’t stop working on improving their skills—even though the summer season is coming to an end. In fact, it’s the perfect time to prepare for the end of the summer tournaments and games while staying sharp and looking ahead to the upcoming fall season. Athletes know that... Read more
What To Pack In Your Volleyball Gym Bag
Volleyball is more than just a sport; it’s a thrilling blend of athleticism, strategy, and teamwork. Whether played on the beach or in a gym, the game keeps players and spectators alike on their toes, with every serve, spike, and block bringing a rush of excitement. And when it... Read more
2024 USA Volleyball Junior National Championship: What You Need To Know
It’s championship season for volleyball players, and the 2024 USA Volleyball Junior Nationals Championship for girls ages 14-17 is set for July 3-11. This Championship brings the best teams together for days of matches to earn national titles. The Girls Junior National Championship (GJNC ) features seven different divisions... Read more
Southern California Girls USA Volleyball Indoor National Rankings 2023- 2024
The USA Volleyball’s Indoor National Ranking System is the officially system that ranks teams based on the results from sanctioned events. The ranks help tournament directors, coaches, scouts, players and spectators and fans learn where their team stacks up against other teams. Here’s how the Southern California girls teams... Read more