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Sara Hughes Triumphantly Returns to Beach Volleyball with New Partner

Sara Hughes is making an impressive comeback to international beach volleyball as she teams up with new partner Ally Batenhorst for the 2026 season. Hughes, a World Champion in 2023, is returning to competitive play...
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2026 Beach Volleyball Season Kicks Off in Australia and New Zealand

The 2026 beach volleyball season has commenced with major competitions taking place in Australia and New Zealand, drawing the attention of fans and athletes worldwide. The Australian Beach Volleyball Tour started at Glenelg Beach, where...
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2026 AVP League: Earn Your Spot in Three Intense Saturdays

The 2026 AVP League qualification process offers beach volleyball athletes a high-stakes opportunity, with five women's and six men's spots still available. This year, entry demands top performances across three intense Saturdays of single-elimination competition....
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2026 AVP League: Three Saturdays to Secure Your Spot

The 2026 AVP League promises thrilling action as athletes vie for qualification spots. Beach volleyball enthusiasts are set for a spectacle at the Manhattan Beach Pier, where three critical qualifier events will occur on consecutive...
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Valentina Gottardi: Rising Star of Beach Volleyball's Future

Italy's Valentina Gottardi stands out as a force in beach volleyball. At just 23, she's already left her mark, participating in three World Championships and the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Known for her relentless...
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International Teams Triumph in Auckland Beach Volleyball Tournament

The GJ Gardner Homes New Zealand Beach Tour made a splash in Auckland with its second event of the season, presenting international talent in competitive beach volleyball. In the men's division, New Zealand’s John McManaway...
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Paul Henning Embarks on a Fresh Journey in 2026 Beach Volleyball Season

German beach volleyball player Paul Henning is set to begin an exciting new chapter in the 2026 season by partnering with Lukas Pfretzschner. At 28 years old, Henning is combining his growing experience with renewed...
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Exciting New Pairings Set to Transform AVP 2026 Season

The 2026 AVP beach volleyball season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet, thanks to a series of bold new player pairings on both the men’s and women’s sides. As Olympic...
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Yorick de Groot Joins Forces with Steven van de Velde on the Beach Pro Tour

Dutch beach volleyball is undergoing major changes as Yorick de Groot partners with Steven van de Velde in preparation for the 2026 Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour. This development follows the retirement of de Groot's...