CLASS OF 2026 ANNOUNCED

The Class of 2026 has officially been revealed and IVHF Induction Weekend promises to be an unforgettable celebration of volleyball excellence. Join us as the sport’s newest legends take their place among the greatest names in volleyball history, surrounded by fans, athletes, and leaders from around the world. From special ceremonies and exclusive events to once-in-a-lifetime moments, this premier annual celebration is a can’t-miss experience for anyone who loves the game.​
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2026 Induction Celebration
OCTOBER 17, 2026
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IVHF to Unveil new Puerto Rico Volleyball Exhibit July 30, 2026
​By IVHF 7/10/2026, 2:34pm ET
Grand Opening Celebration on July 30 Highlights Puerto Rico's Extraordinary Volleyball Legacy Through History, Culture and International Friendship.
IVHF Celebrates World Volleyball Day with Community, History and Play
​By IVHF 7/8/2026, 7:17pm ET
More than 90 young athletes joined volleyball enthusiasts from across the region as the IVHF celebrated World Volleyball Day on July 7 with a full day of free activities honoring the birthplace of the sport.
IVHF Mourns the passing of Willner Rivas, Mariangel Perez
​By IVHF 7/8/2026, 5:39pm ET
The IVHF joins the global volleyball community in mourning the heartbreaking loss of Venezuelan men's national team captain Willner Rivas, his wife and former Venezuelan national team player Mariángel Pérez, and their young son, Theo, following the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
World Volleyball Day - Free Events
​By IVHF 7/2/2026, 12:18pm ET
Celebrate World Volleyball Day on Tuesday, July 7, with a full day of free events in Holyoke, honoring the birthplace of volleyball through history, community and play. The celebration includes free museum admission, a free youth clinic for aspiring athletes and a first-of-its-kind free pro exhibition match
IVHF Mourns Passing of Daniel Castellani
​By IVHF 7/1/2026, 9:36pm ET
The IVHF joins the global volleyball community in mourning the passing of Daniel Castellani. An Olympic bronze medalist, legendary captain of Argentina's "Generation of '82," and one of the sport's most respected coaches, Castellani dedicated more than four decades to advancing volleyball around the world. 
Starlings Volleyball USA Presented 2026 IVHF Court of Honor Award
​By IVHF 6/13/2026, 2:20pm ET
The IVHF was honored to present its prestigious Court of Honor Award to Starlings Volleyball USA during the organization's National Championship Opening Ceremony in Irvine, Calif., on June 12, recognizing three decades of service, opportunity and impact within the volleyball community.
IVHF Class of 2026 Inductees and Award Winners Announced
​By IVHF 5/18/2026, 3:00pm ET
This prestigious group represents eight distinct disciplines within the sport. In addition, four special award honorees will also be honored for their contributions to the sport.
July 30, 2026
Grand Opening - Puerto Rico Volleyball Exhibit

October 11-12, 2026
Girls VolleyHall Classic Tournament

​October 16-17, 2026
2026 Induction Celebration

November 11, 2026
IVHF Museum Closed in observance of Veterans Day

​​November 24, 2026
Western Massachusetts Girls All-Star Showcase

November 26, 2026
IVHF Museum Closed in observance of Thanksgiving

December 24-25, 2026
IVHF Museum Closed in observance of Christmas
July 7, 2026
World Volleyball Day

​July 3-4, 2026
IVHF Museum Closed in observance of Independence Day

June 21, 2026
FREE ADMISSION - This Sunday, admission is FREE for everyone thanks to the generous support of the Highland Street Foundation!​

​June 16, 2026
IVHF Western Massachusetts Boys All-Star Game

May 18, 2026​
Induction Class of 2026 Announcement

​April 1-15, 2026
Class of 2026 Fan Vote

​​February 6-7, 2026
IVHF Morgan Classic Tournament & Clinics

​​November 18, 2025
Western Massachusetts Girls All-Star Showcase

​October 17-18, 2025
2025 Induction Celebration
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October 12-13, 2025
Girls VolleyHall Classic Tournament

August 9-10, 2025
IVHF Volleyball City Grass Open Volleyball Tournament

July 7, 2025
World Volleyball Day

​​June 17, 2025
IVHF Western Massachusetts Boys All-Star Game

​June 7, 2025
Volleyball City Battle of the Badges Tournament

​May 19, 2025
Class of 2025 Announcement

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