Sally Perez and Avery Jackson of the USA have emerged victorious at the 2025 FIVB U21 Beach Volleyball World Championships, capturing the gold in an all-American final held in Puebla, Mexico. They bested fellow Americans Zoey Henson and Sarah Wood in straight sets, securing the U.S.'s second-ever gold in the U21 women's category—the first since 2010.
The championship journey for Perez and Jackson began in the qualification rounds, where they displayed remarkable resilience by winning nine matches and dropping only two sets. Their performance in the final was equally stellar, taking the first set 25-23 after a tight exchange, and closing the match with a dominant 21-15 second set victory.
Silver medalists Henson and Wood also made a strong impression throughout the tournament. Entering through the qualifiers, the pair delivered solid performances, with Sarah Wood building on her international resume which includes a U19 World Championship bronze.
In the battle for third place, Brazil’s Marcela Barbosa and Maria Clara secured the bronze medal over Hungary’s Chiara Honti-Majoros and Stefania Kun. The Brazilian duo rebounded after dropping the second set, clinching a tense 15-13 win in the final frame.
Key Highlights
- Perez and Jackson secured the USA's second gold in U21 women’s beach volleyball history.
- All medal-winning teams started in the qualifiers, emphasizing the competitiveness of the tournament.
- Brazil claimed bronze after a close three-set victory over Hungary.
This year's U21 Championship was a testament to the growing depth and talent in junior beach volleyball globally. For a complete list of match results and updates, visit the official FIVB website.
