One of our favorite players in the world and the best Canadian player we’ve ever known, Gavin Schmitt, shares his excitement for Rio.
2016
Yearly Archives
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The 36 year old setter, who is the most experienced Italian player at present, has been invited to join the national team for the Olympics.
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We can now officially confirm the heartbreaking news that Opposite Hitter Nicole Fawcett will not and may never play in the Olympics.
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GONE TOO SOON. 19-year-old Vitali Grigoriev, who played a for a Russian volleyball club team, has died after falling from the 15th floor. The “incident” is still under investigation.
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In his most recent Instagram post, one of the world’s best players from Team USA reveals his plan to FINALLY SHAVE HIS BEARD after 4 months.
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Cuban volleyball superstar Wilfredo Leon has tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend, Małgosia, a few days ago (?) and he looks happier more than ever before!
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Argentinian setter Nicolas Uriarte is officially NOT going to play in the 2016 Olympics. This news has also been confirmed by head coach Julio Velasco.
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Will she recover in time? She has NOT played in the ongoing FIVB Grand Prix at all and may not be a good sign to make it to Rio.
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2012 Olympic bronze medalist Yukiko Ebata and young #volleyball sensation Sarina Koga are NOT on the Olympic roster. WHATTT???!!!??
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Rest In Peace Georgie Rowe
Australian volleyball player Georgie Rowe has died after a car accident. On behalf of the volleyball community, our condolences to her loved ones. Rest In Peace Georgie.
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2013 Volleywood Idol and Peruvian volleyball star Angela Leyva is the FIVB Grand Prix Group 3 Best Scorer with 203 points. Angela also led Peru to win the bronze medal.
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After not making the Final 12, libero Dustin Watten and outside hitter Paul Lotman post emotional yet very positive messages on Instagram.
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He’s not the same player after his shoulder surgery. With Eder, Isac and Lucas in the best shape of their lives, there’s just no room for Sidao to make another Olympic appearance.
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No surprises here at all. USA Volleyball has announced the 12 player men’s roster for the upcoming 2016 Olympics in Brazil which starts on August 5th. GO USA!!!
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In an article released by The New York Times, middle blocker Foluke Akinradewo shares her thoughts on Team USA before and after head coach Karch Kiraly took over.