Young athletes from Mexico, Nicaragua, and Canada displayed remarkable talent at the NORCECA U23 Beach Volleyball Championships in San Salvador, earning significant accolades. The tournament concluded with Mexico excelling in the men’s category. Antonio Lares and Carlos Andres Ayala secured gold while maintaining an unbeaten record throughout. Nicaragua’s Deyner Lopez and Angelo Guadamuz clinched bronze after a solid performance.

In the women's competition, Mexico's Giselle and Vanessa Chay took home silver. They reached the finals undefeated but were outplayed by the American pair Avery Junk and Addison Junk, who seized gold. Canada’s Natalia Casas and Julia McDougall earned bronze, bouncing back from a challenging semifinal loss.

The event marked a successful venture for the participating nations, showcasing the positive impact of FIVB Volleyball Empowerment support. This backing has considerably enhanced coaching and development in these countries. With international exposure and funding, the skills and performance levels of emerging beach volleyball players are significantly improved. This competition offers young athletes invaluable experience on a global stage, paving the way for a bright future for beach volleyball in the participating nations.

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