Feed for Popular Volleyball Articles on Bettorhttp://blogs.bettor.com/Volleyball-c427http://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-overpowers-Chinese-Taipei-in-straight-sets-Volleyball-news-a157523http://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-overpowers-Chinese-Taipei-in-straight-sets-Volleyball-news-a157523Cuba overpowers Chinese Taipei in straight sets – Volleyball news Girls around Cuban Head Coach Juan Carlos Gala worked out a great performance against Chinese Taipei on day-6 of the 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament. Cuba sent 27-25, 25-17, 25-21on board and clinched success in the match. The Tokyo Metropolitan Gym hosted the match on Saturday, while more than 2,000 fans were in presence. Chinese Taipei rally hard to win the opening set but suffered the loss with a na...Sat, 26 May 2012 11:37:49 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Spaniards-take-second-win-at-2012-CEV-Mens-Champions-League-Volleyball-news-a157510http://blogs.bettor.com/Spaniards-take-second-win-at-2012-CEV-Mens-Champions-League-Volleyball-news-a157510Spaniards take second win at 2012 CEV Men’s Champions League – Volleyball news Following a good start in tournament, Spain extended its winning record to 2-0 by defeating Slovakia in the second match on Friday. Spanish and Slovakian squads crossed their ways at the ‘New Indoor Stadium’ in Katerini, Greece and fought for supremacy on the court. Spain got lucky to dismiss the archrivals in four sets, 3-1 (25-20, 19-25, 25-19, 25-21). Victory moved Spain to 2-0 in the Pool A of the 2012 CEV M...Sat, 26 May 2012 11:09:23 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Romania-suffers-home-loss-in-the-Champions-League-Opener-Volleyball-news-a157489http://blogs.bettor.com/Romania-suffers-home-loss-in-the-Champions-League-Opener-Volleyball-news-a157489Romania suffers home loss in the Champions League Opener – Volleyball news The hosts of the Pool B of 2012 CEV Men’s Champions League Romanian team dropped its first match of the tournament to the Netherlands on Friday. The Sala Polivalenta PIATRA-NEAMT sports stadium in Romanian city PIATRA-NEAMT hosted the match, which concluded in only three sets. The visiting squad proved to be better and stamped 3-0 (28-26, 26-24, and 25-19) victory over Romania. The hosts failed to profit the competi...Sat, 26 May 2012 10:21:06 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Czech-Republic-beats-Turkey-in-opening-match-of-Champions-League-Volleyball-news-a157457http://blogs.bettor.com/Czech-Republic-beats-Turkey-in-opening-match-of-Champions-League-Volleyball-news-a157457Czech Republic beats Turkey in opening match of Champions League – Volleyball news The volleyball action in the Pool B of 2012 CEV Men’s Champions League kicked off on Friday, May 25. In the opening match, Czech Republic and Turkey staged a great volleyball scrimmage. The match covered its length in three sets but it was a thrilling encounter that featured a lot of action. Republicans overcame the Turks in 71 minutes and claimed 3-0 (25-17, 25-16, and 25-21) victory. The Sala Polivalenta P...Sat, 26 May 2012 08:16:01 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Peru-loses-to-Serbia-in-the-Olympic-Qualifying-match-Volleyball-news-a157450http://blogs.bettor.com/Peru-loses-to-Serbia-in-the-Olympic-Qualifying-match-Volleyball-news-a157450Peru loses to Serbia in the Olympic Qualifying match – Volleyball news After close competition in the sixth match of 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification, Peru lost to Serbia. The Serbs claimed 3-1 (25-16, 25-18, 22-25, 25-21) win over Peru and firmly held the second slot on ranking chart. Serbia is at No.2 with an overall record of 4-2 in the competition. On the other hand, Peru has not been able to create any spark in the competition. Peruvian squad, who entered the competition...Sat, 26 May 2012 07:56:32 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-improves-to-4-1-by-defeating-Cuba-Volleyball-news-a157445http://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-improves-to-4-1-by-defeating-Cuba-Volleyball-news-a157445Japan improves to 4-1 by defeating Cuba – Volleyball news With the stupendous support of 9,500 local fans, home team of Japan edged out Cuba on day-5 of the 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament. The hosts sent 3-2 (25-23, 18-25, 25-16, 23-25, 17-15) on board to overcome the resilient rivals. The Tokyo Metropolitan Gym hosted the match. It was an incredible show of volleyball as scoring was tight from start to end. Both teams showcased their skills, while spectators had a...Sat, 26 May 2012 07:47:30 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Grid-of-sixteen-duos-finalised-for-Baden-Masters-Main-Draw-Volleyball-news-a157414http://blogs.bettor.com/Grid-of-sixteen-duos-finalised-for-Baden-Masters-Main-Draw-Volleyball-news-a157414Grid of sixteen duos finalised for Baden Masters Main Draw – Volleyball news The Baden Masters women’s beach volleyball tournament, which started off on Wednesday in Austria, successfully completed the first two stages and entered the Main Draw on May 25. According to the set formula of the competition, the Main Draw received a total of sixteen teams. Four pairs were already in the Main Draw on account of the higher ranking points but 12 teams joined them through Qualification Tournament tha...Sat, 26 May 2012 06:20:24 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Korea-hands-Chinese-Taipei-with-another-loss-in-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a157412http://blogs.bettor.com/Korea-hands-Chinese-Taipei-with-another-loss-in-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a157412Korea hands Chinese Taipei with another loss in Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Seems like Chinese Taipei women’s national volleyball team is totally out of luck in the 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament as the team lost its fifth consecutive match on Friday. On day-5, Chinese Taipei received 0-3 (8-25, 12-25, 18-25) defeat from Korea. Tokyo Metropolitan Gym hosted the match and a crowd of 2,500 people showed up at the arena. Victory allowed South Korea to improve...Sat, 26 May 2012 06:13:36 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-improves-to-5-0-by-edging-out-Serbia-Volleyball-news-a157300http://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-improves-to-5-0-by-edging-out-Serbia-Volleyball-news-a157300Russia improves to 5-0 by edging out Serbia – Volleyball news Russia demonstrated a stellar performance in the fifth match of 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament, which took place at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gym in Japan on Friday. Two archrivals contested their skills in a four-set match. Serbia managed to win only one frame in the match, while Russia cruised past to victory with success in three sets. The final set scores were 3-1 (25-18, 25-11, 14-25, 25-22). Around 2,0...Fri, 25 May 2012 13:46:05 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Thailand-downs-Peru-on-day-5-of-2012-FIVB-Womens-World-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a157278http://blogs.bettor.com/Thailand-downs-Peru-on-day-5-of-2012-FIVB-Womens-World-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a157278Thailand downs Peru on day-5 of 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Thailand women’s national volleyball team topped Peru in the fifth match of 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament on Friday. Thailand emerged as giant winner of the match by posting 25-19, 25-19, 25-20 in three respective sets. Tokyo Metropolitan Gym hosted the match, which continued for solid 70 minutes. Success against Peru moved Thailand to 3-3 record in the tournament. Kanthon...Fri, 25 May 2012 13:02:12 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Slovakia-crushes-Israel-in-straight-sets-Volleyball-news-a157128http://blogs.bettor.com/Slovakia-crushes-Israel-in-straight-sets-Volleyball-news-a157128Slovakia crushes Israel in straight sets – Volleyball news Men’s national teams from Slovakia and Israel clashed in the first match of 2012 CEV Champions League on Thursday, while former bagged victory. Slovak squad proved to be better in every aspect of the game and held off Israelis for 3-0 (25-20, 25-22, 29-27) victory. The New Indoor Sports Hall in Katerini, Greece hosted the match, while less than two hundred people came to watch the performance. Stefan Chrtiansky of Slovakia and Israe...Fri, 25 May 2012 08:00:49 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Spain-overcome-hosts-Greece-in-opening-match-of-2012-CEV-Champions-League-Volleyball-news-a157051http://blogs.bettor.com/Spain-overcome-hosts-Greece-in-opening-match-of-2012-CEV-Champions-League-Volleyball-news-a157051Spain overcome hosts Greece in opening match of 2012 CEV Champions League – Volleyball news Men’s national volleyball team of Spain defeated hosts Greece in the opening match of 2012 CEV Champions League on Thursday. The visiting Spaniards edged out Greek squad in straight sets, 3-0 (25-21, 25-20, 25-19). The New Indoor Hall in Katerini provided the backdrop for the match, while 800 spectators showed up. Spain displayed good action on the net and sent Greece to first loss in the campaign....Fri, 25 May 2012 06:44:27 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Dutch%2c-Polish%2c-and-Swiss-pairs-advance-to-Prague-Open-main-draw-Volleyball-news-a157022http://blogs.bettor.com/Dutch%2c-Polish%2c-and-Swiss-pairs-advance-to-Prague-Open-main-draw-Volleyball-news-a157022Dutch, Polish, and Swiss pairs advance to Prague Open main draw – Volleyball news Following the successful completion of Qualification Tournament of 2012 Prague Open men’s beach volleyball tournament on Wednesday, winning duos reserved seats in the Main Draw. Netherlands entered the Qualification Tournament with one duo, which comprised of Stiekema-Varenhorst. The 9th-seeded Dutch pair worked out an amazing performance and remained undefeated in the qualifying round. Stiekema and Varen...Fri, 25 May 2012 05:37:32 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/2012-CEV-Champions-League-starts-today-Volleyball-news-a156877http://blogs.bettor.com/2012-CEV-Champions-League-starts-today-Volleyball-news-a1568772012 CEV Champions League starts today – Volleyball news The cracking volleyball action of 2012 CEV Men’s Champions League is scheduled to get the green light on Thursday, May 24 in Greece. The tournament will be opened with league round and Greek town Katerini will play host to the first-leg matches of Pool A. National teams from Slovakia, Spain, Israel, and hosts Greece will be on board to kick off the action. Denmark, which is also placed in Pool A, will join the competition in the seco...Thu, 24 May 2012 11:38:45 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Country-Quota-Playoffs-of-Baden-Masters-take-place-in-Austria-Volleyball-news-a156875http://blogs.bettor.com/Country-Quota-Playoffs-of-Baden-Masters-take-place-in-Austria-Volleyball-news-a156875Country Quota Playoffs of Baden Masters take place in Austria – Volleyball news The Baden Masters European Women’s Beach Volleyball Tournament started off on Wednesday in Baden, Austria. The tournament opened with the Country Quota Playoffs and a total of 19 women’s duos entered the competition. Hosts Austria alongside Germany, Spain, and Czech Republic played at the CQs, in order to earn the qualification berths. According to the set formula of Confederation European de Volleyball (CEV), t...Thu, 24 May 2012 11:35:41 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Spaniards-cruise-past-to-Main-Draw-of-2012-Prague-Open-Volleyball-news-a156784http://blogs.bettor.com/Spaniards-cruise-past-to-Main-Draw-of-2012-Prague-Open-Volleyball-news-a156784Spaniards cruise past to Main Draw of 2012 Prague Open – Volleyball news With a stellar performance at the Qualification Tournament of 2012 Prague Open Men’s Beach Volleyball Tournament, Spanish duo of Francisco Alfredo Marco-Christian Garcia advanced to the 32-team Main Draw. Spain played in the qualifying stage of the tournament with two teams but only one of them could survive the tough challenge. 7th-seeded Mesa-Lario also played under the flag of Spain but got eliminated in the second r...Thu, 24 May 2012 07:41:44 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Two-tandems-from-Canada-move-to-Main-Draw-of-2012-Prague-Open-Volleyball-news-a156755http://blogs.bettor.com/Two-tandems-from-Canada-move-to-Main-Draw-of-2012-Prague-Open-Volleyball-news-a156755Two tandems from Canada move to Main Draw of 2012 Prague Open – Volleyball news  The 2012 SWATCH FIVB Prague Open men’s beach volleyball tournament entered the qualifying stage on Wednesday and promoted the successful tandems into the Main Draw, slated for Thursday. Among the lucky winners of Main Draw berths were two pairs from Canada. Josh Binstock-Martin Reader and Christian Redmann-Ben Saxton performed brilliantly well and clawed their way to the next stage of the tournament. The p...Thu, 24 May 2012 06:50:45 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Korea-sends-hosts-Japan-to-first-loss-in-the-tournament-Volleyball-news-a156728http://blogs.bettor.com/Korea-sends-hosts-Japan-to-first-loss-in-the-tournament-Volleyball-news-a156728Korea sends hosts Japan to first loss in the tournament – Volleyball news Korea proved to be a detractor for host Japan in the fourth match of 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament and sent the home squad to its first loss in the campaign. Korea defeated Japan on Wednesday night, while the action took place at Tokyo Metropolitan Gym in front of 10,000 spectators. In the four-set game, Japan could only manage to claim one frame. On the other hand, visiting team emerged suc...Thu, 24 May 2012 06:05:00 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Serbia-holds-off-Cuba-for-3-0-victory-Volleyball-news-a156532http://blogs.bettor.com/Serbia-holds-off-Cuba-for-3-0-victory-Volleyball-news-a156532Serbia holds off Cuba for 3-0 victory – Volleyball news Serbia and Cuba crossed ways in the fourth match of 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament on Wednesday. Tokyo Metropolitan Gym in Japan provided the backdrop for the match. Serbia proved to be too good for victory and edged out Caribbean counterparts in three sets. The final set scores of the match were 3-0 (25-21, 25-23, 25-19). Cuban team played to its full potential but failed to overcome the European champions Ser...Wed, 23 May 2012 11:54:43 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Four-home-duos-make-it-to-Qualification-Tournament-at-2012-Prague-Open-Volleyball-news-a156515http://blogs.bettor.com/Four-home-duos-make-it-to-Qualification-Tournament-at-2012-Prague-Open-Volleyball-news-a156515Four home duos make it to Qualification Tournament at 2012 Prague Open – Volleyball news Out of seven duos from host country Czech Republic, only four advanced to the next stage of the 2012 Prague Open men’s beach volleyball tournament. The tournament took centre stage on Tuesday and opening day featured the Country Quota Playoffs. Teams from three countries including host Czech Republic competed at the CQs. One of the home duos did not have to put up any effort as it earned the qualificatio...Wed, 23 May 2012 11:22:02 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Chinese-Taipei-loses-to-Thailand-to-stay-without-a-win-Volleyball-news-a156450http://blogs.bettor.com/Chinese-Taipei-loses-to-Thailand-to-stay-without-a-win-Volleyball-news-a156450Chinese Taipei loses to Thailand to stay without a win – Volleyball news Women’s national volleyball team of Chinese Taipei dropped another chance to prove its endeavour in the 2012 FIVB World Olympic Qualification Tournament, which is currently underway in Japan. Chinese Taipei played its fourth match against Thailand and received 0-3 (16-25, 18-25, 20-25) defeat. The Tokyo Metropolitan Gym hosted the match, while more than 1,000 spectators watched the performance. Victory improv...Wed, 23 May 2012 08:29:18 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/B%c3%b6ckermann-Urbatzka-earns-qualification-via-German-Country-Quota-Playoffs-Volleyball-news-a156447http://blogs.bettor.com/B%c3%b6ckermann-Urbatzka-earns-qualification-via-German-Country-Quota-Playoffs-Volleyball-news-a156447Böckermann-Urbatzka earns qualification via German Country Quota Playoffs – Volleyball news The 2012 Prague Open men’s beach volleyball tournament kicked off in Czech Republic on Tuesday, May 22. The opening day of the tournament featured the Country Quota Playoffs. Tandems from Brazil, Germany, and Czech Republic contested their skills to clinch the qualification berths. In the German CQs, duo of Markus Böckermann and Mischa Urbatzka came on top. They finished the first stage of the tourn...Wed, 23 May 2012 08:23:51 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-continues-with-success-and-bags-fourth-victory-Volleyball-news-a156391http://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-continues-with-success-and-bags-fourth-victory-Volleyball-news-a156391Russia continues with success and bags fourth victory – Volleyball news The spectators witnessed an incredible show of volleyball at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gym in Japan as world champions Russia downed Peru in consecutive sets on Wednesday. Russia posted 3-0 (25-17, 25-16, 25-9) on board to earn the winning status. Russian ladies continued with their winning ways at the 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament and added fourth victory to their tally. Currently, Russia is top...Wed, 23 May 2012 06:25:15 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Brazil-defeats-Finland-to-claim-the-only-win-in-the-first-week-Volleyball-News-a156370http://blogs.bettor.com/Brazil-defeats-Finland-to-claim-the-only-win-in-the-first-week-Volleyball-News-a156370Brazil defeats Finland to claim the only win in the first week – Volleyball News Following the loss of two matches in row, Brazil finally managed to shake off the bad impression in third fixture on Sunday, which took place at the Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto, Canada. Brazil defeated Finland in four-set match, 3-1 (23-25, 25-13, 25-22, 31-29). It was not an easy match but Brazil did amazingly well and overcame the opponent. Success in third match allowed the world No. 1 to settle in the third sp...Wed, 23 May 2012 05:46:10 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-hands-a-straight-set-defeat-to-Thailand-Volleyball-news-a156359http://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-hands-a-straight-set-defeat-to-Thailand-Volleyball-news-a156359Japan hands a straight set defeat to Thailand – Volleyball news Japanese women’s national volleyball team delighted the home fans by giving out a wonderful performance against Thailand in third match of the 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament on Tuesday, May 22. The hosts posted 3-0 (25-17, 25-18, 25-21) win over Thailand and extended their winning streak to 3-0. Success in third match moved Japan to the top slot on the ranking chart. Around 8,000 spectators witnessed th...Wed, 23 May 2012 05:26:15 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-holds-off-Chinese-Taipei-for-3-0-victory-Volleyball-news-a156358http://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-holds-off-Chinese-Taipei-for-3-0-victory-Volleyball-news-a156358Japan holds off Chinese Taipei for 3-0 victory – Volleyball news Japan completed the winning streak of two matches by defeating Chinese Taipei on Sunday. Tokyo Metropolitan Gym hosted the match, while home team claimed the winning status by posting 3-0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-14) on board. It was more of a one-sided affair as Japanese musketeers totally dominated the visiting Chinese Taipei squad. The hosts profited from home advantage and added second win to their tally. Japan played it first mat...Wed, 23 May 2012 05:25:03 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-secures-top-slot-at-the-NORCECA-Mens-Championship-Volleyball-news-a156356http://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-secures-top-slot-at-the-NORCECA-Mens-Championship-Volleyball-news-a156356Cuba secures top slot at the NORCECA Men's Championship – Volleyball news Cuba’s Karrel Piña and Sergio Gonzalez pulled off success in final match of VI NORCECA Beach Volleyball Circuit and seized the title trophy. They defeated Mexico’s Juan Virgen and Aldo Miramontes in a three-set match 2-1 (25-27, 21-15, 15-11). The VI NORCECA Beach Volleyball Circuit kicked off on May 16 and produced the final results on Sunday, May 20. The tournament held in Puerto Arista, Chiapas. The final day of th...Wed, 23 May 2012 05:23:01 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Chinese-Taipei-falls-to-Peru-in-three-sets-Volleyball-news-a156303http://blogs.bettor.com/Chinese-Taipei-falls-to-Peru-in-three-sets-Volleyball-news-a156303Chinese Taipei falls to Peru in three sets – Volleyball news Women’s teams from Chinese Taipei and Peru met in an Olympic qualifying match, which took place at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gym on Tuesday. Peruvian ladies proved to be better in every aspect of the game and downed the rivals in three sets. They posted 3-0 (25-19, 25-20, 25-20) victory over Chinese Taipei in 73 minutes. Peru claimed first win in the tournament, while CT failed to break the ice. Karla Ortiz played a vital role i...Tue, 22 May 2012 13:55:09 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-hammers-Cuba-in-womens-Olympic-qualifying-match-Volleyball-news-a156267http://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-hammers-Cuba-in-womens-Olympic-qualifying-match-Volleyball-news-a156267Russia hammers Cuba in women’s Olympic qualifying match – Volleyball news Using the advantage of height and better physicality, the Russian women defeated Cuban counterparts in the Olympic Qualifying match on Tuesday, May 22. Tokyo Metropolitan Gym in Japan provided the backdrop for the match, while Russia ousted Cuba in straight sets, (25-19, 25-18, 25-20). Russia maintained its dominance in the competition and bagged third straight win in the competition. With such terrific performance,...Tue, 22 May 2012 12:46:24 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Better-attack-leads-Serbia-to-3-1-victory-against-Korea-Volleyball-news-a156263http://blogs.bettor.com/Better-attack-leads-Serbia-to-3-1-victory-against-Korea-Volleyball-news-a156263Better attack leads Serbia to 3-1 victory against Korea – Volleyball news Serbian women’s national volleyball team posted 3-1 (16-25, 25-21, 25-13, 25-20) win over Korea in the Olympic qualifying match on Tuesday. Strong offence was the main key for Serbia’s success in the match. More than 1,000 spectators came to watch the thrilling encounter of European champion Serbia with Korean team at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gym. Korea put up a nice show in the opening stanza but lost the momentum in...Tue, 22 May 2012 12:34:49 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-retains-womens-title-at-VI-NORCECA-Beach-Volleyball-Circuit-Volleyball-news-a156100http://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-retains-womens-title-at-VI-NORCECA-Beach-Volleyball-Circuit-Volleyball-news-a156100Cuba retains women’s title at VI NORCECA Beach Volleyball Circuit – Volleyball news Cuban female tandem of Niriam Sinal and Ion Canet exhibited a wonderful performance in the final showdown of the VI NORCECA Beach Volleyball Circuit in Puerto Arista, Chiapas on Sunday and got their hands on the title trophy. A total of 12 women’s duos were on board to showcase their thirst for victory. However, Cuban pair left everyone behind and clawed its way to the top. In the final encounter of the tourn...Tue, 22 May 2012 07:35:03 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/France-finishes-first-week-of-2012-FIVB-World-with-surprising-results-Volleyball-news-a155740http://blogs.bettor.com/France-finishes-first-week-of-2012-FIVB-World-with-surprising-results-Volleyball-news-a155740France finishes first week of 2012 FIVB World with surprising results – Volleyball news France, which was regarded as an average team, turned many heads around with brilliant performance in the first week of 2012 FIVB World League, which completed its run from May 18-20. France opened the tournament in Pool C alongside teams from USA, hosts Italy, and Korea. Italian city Florence provided the backdrop for the first leg of preliminaries. At the end of the first segment, France bagged five poi...Mon, 21 May 2012 13:34:41 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/USA-finishes-fourth-in-Pool-C-of-the-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155727http://blogs.bettor.com/USA-finishes-fourth-in-Pool-C-of-the-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155727USA finishes fourth in Pool C of the 2012 FIVB World League – Volleyball news American national men’s volleyball team rounded off the first-week matches of 2012 FIVB World League in Florence, Italy on Sunday. US team played its last match against Italy and failed to overcome the hosts. Italy used the competitive advantage of paying at home and white-washed the visiting American squad. Home team sent 3-0 (25-16, 25-20, 25-16) on board and a claimed straight set win. With success in consecut...Mon, 21 May 2012 13:09:04 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-breaks-winning-streak-of-Russia-in-Pool-A-Volleyball-news-a155725http://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-breaks-winning-streak-of-Russia-in-Pool-A-Volleyball-news-a155725Cuba breaks winning streak of Russia in Pool A – Volleyball news Caribbean men from Cuba worked out a terrific performance against powerhouse Russia on third day of the 2012 FIVB World League. They defeated the defending World League champions Russia in five sets and grabbed the second win of the tournament. The set scores were 3-2 (23-25, 25-17, 25-20, 18-25, 15-10). Russia clinched success in the earlier two matches but dropped the decision in Cuba’s favour in the third match. Hence, bot...Mon, 21 May 2012 13:05:53 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-finishes-with-devastating-0-3-record-in-Pool-A-Volleyball-news-a155634http://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-finishes-with-devastating-0-3-record-in-Pool-A-Volleyball-news-a155634Japan finishes with devastating 0-3 record in Pool A – Volleyball news Japan met Serbia in the third match of 2012 FIVB World League on Sunday at the Hamamatsu Arena but failed to delight the home audience. Serbia proved to be better and held off Japan for 3-2 (22-25, 25-21, 25-27, 25-19, 15-12) victory. The match was a complete thriller from very start to the end. However, it turned out to be a big disappointment for home team as Serbia stole the show. Tatsuya Fukuzawa of Japan put up a va...Mon, 21 May 2012 10:33:14 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-overcomes-hosts-Japan-in-second-match-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155586http://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-overcomes-hosts-Japan-in-second-match-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155586Russia overcomes hosts Japan in second match of 2012 FIVB World League – Volleyball news The men’s national volleyball team of Russia maintained its supremacy on the court and downed the hosts Japan in a five-set thriller on Saturday. Russian hotshots posted 3-2 (20-25, 25-23, 25-16, 19-25, 15-12) win over Japan and moved to 2-0 in Pool A of the 2012 FIVB World League. A crowd of more than 2,000 people watched the match at the Hamamatsu Arena in Japan. Russia’s scoring machine Pavel Moroz m...Mon, 21 May 2012 07:41:32 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Serbia-beats-Cuba-on-day-2-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155547http://blogs.bettor.com/Serbia-beats-Cuba-on-day-2-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155547Serbia beats Cuba on day-2 of 2012 FIVB World League – Volleyball news Following a loss in the opening match on Friday, Serbia managed to prove its endeavours in the second fixture against Cuba. Serbs proved to be better in the four-set contest and ended with 3–1 (25–19, 20–25, 27–25, 27–25) victory. The Hamamatsu Arena in Hamamatsu, Japan hosted the match, which was attended by more than 1,000 spectators. Nikola Kovacevic, who worked a great performance in the previous, did not fail to imp...Mon, 21 May 2012 06:38:20 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-suffers-home-loss-in-opening-match-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155541http://blogs.bettor.com/Japan-suffers-home-loss-in-opening-match-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155541Japan suffers home loss in opening match of 2012 FIVB World League – Volleyball news Men’s national volleyball team of Japan suffered a 3-0 (22-25, 26-28, 20-25) defeat from Cuba in the opening match of the 2012 FIVB World League on Friday. The Hamamatsu Arena in Hamamatsu, Japan provided the backdrop for the match but the hosts failed to delight the home audience. Japan and Cuba shared the same court for ninth time in the history of FIVB World League. Ironically, Japan failed to break the...Mon, 21 May 2012 06:11:09 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Italy-downs-Korea-using-home-advantage-Volleyball-news-a155540http://blogs.bettor.com/Italy-downs-Korea-using-home-advantage-Volleyball-news-a155540Italy downs Korea using home advantage – Volleyball news Korea challenged the Italian team in front of more than 3,000 local fans at the Nelson Mandela Forum in Florence, Italy on Friday. It was the first meeting of Italy and Korea in Pool C of the 2012 FIVB World League. Hosts Italy used the competitive edge of playing under familiar conditions and benefitted from the support of local fans, in order to defeat Korea 3-2 (24-26, 25-23, 21-25, 25-23, 18-16). Kim Yo-Han of Korea topped all t...Mon, 21 May 2012 06:02:59 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/France-proves-to-be-stronger-than-USA-in-first-match-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155480http://blogs.bettor.com/France-proves-to-be-stronger-than-USA-in-first-match-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155480France proves to be stronger than USA in first match of 2012 FIVB World League – Volleyball news The opening match in Pool C of the 2012 FIVB World League produced quite an unexpected result as Olympic champions USA lost to France in a four-set match. The “les bleus” of France turned many heads around with their spectacular performance at the Nelson Mandela Forum in Florence, Italy on Friday. French team posted 3-1 (17-25, 25-20, 26-24, 25-17) win over USA. The duo of Merien Moreau and Earvi...Sun, 20 May 2012 12:13:40 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Brazil-falls-to-Poland-in-five-set-thriller-Volleyball-news-a155463http://blogs.bettor.com/Brazil-falls-to-Poland-in-five-set-thriller-Volleyball-news-a155463Brazil falls to Poland in five-set thriller – Volleyball news The Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto, Canada hosted a thrilling match on Friday, which featured two top-notch rivals of the volleyball world. Brazil clashed with Poland in the second match of Pool B and fought a head-to-head battle. After an incredibly close competition, Poland claimed 3-2 victory over Brazil. Poles started off well and captured the first two sets by posting 25-22 and 27-25 on board. However, Brazil came up with impro...Sun, 20 May 2012 10:19:01 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Canada-off-to-a-wonderful-start-in-the-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155456http://blogs.bettor.com/Canada-off-to-a-wonderful-start-in-the-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a155456Canada off to a wonderful start in the 2012 FIVB World League – Volleyball news In the opening match of the 2012 FIVB World League on Friday at Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto, the home team of Canada exhibited a wonderful performance and defeated Finland in straight sets. Nothing less was expected from the boys around head coach Glenn Hoag and they ended with 3-0 (33-31, 26-24, 25-23) win over Finland in the tournament opener. With splendid victory over guest team from Finland, Canada became the...Sun, 20 May 2012 09:09:45 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Hosts-France-ousted-by-Poland-at-2012-CEV-Continental-Cup-Volleyball-news-a155434http://blogs.bettor.com/Hosts-France-ousted-by-Poland-at-2012-CEV-Continental-Cup-Volleyball-news-a155434Hosts France ousted by Poland at 2012 CEV Continental Cup – Volleyball news Despite having the advantage of familiar conditions and emotional support of local fans, the hosts France displayed a poor performance on day-1 of the 2012 CEV Men’s Continental Cup, which kicked off on Thursday at Sevres, France. France was challenged by Poland on the opening day of the tournament. A total of four fixtures were featured, while France ended up with only one win. Poles on the other hand, demonstrated...Sun, 20 May 2012 06:52:16 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Sweden-beats-Denmark-in-golden-set-to-clinch-semi-final-spot-Volleyball-news-a155433http://blogs.bettor.com/Sweden-beats-Denmark-in-golden-set-to-clinch-semi-final-spot-Volleyball-news-a155433Sweden beats Denmark in golden set to clinch semi-final spot – Volleyball news Sweden successfully reserved a berth in semi-final round of 2012 CEV Men’s Continental Cup by defeating Denmark in a golden set on Thursday. The men’s tournament officially started off on Thursday with a total of sixteen tandems from eight countries. According to the set formula of the competition, each participating country sent two teams in the competition. Brinkborg-Gunnarsson and Jonsson-Jonsson re...Sun, 20 May 2012 06:48:43 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-beats-Serbia-in-opening-match-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-News-a155139http://blogs.bettor.com/Russia-beats-Serbia-in-opening-match-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-News-a155139Russia beats Serbia in opening match of 2012 FIVB World League – Volleyball News Men’s national volleyball team of Russia made a perfect start to the 2012 FIVB World League by edging out Serbia in the first match of the tournament. The match took place at Hamamatsu Arena in Hamamatsu, Japan on Friday, May 18. Russia displayed a better performance against Serbia and claimed 3-2 (25-21, 25-22, 19-25, 20-25, 15-9) victory. The thrilling encounter was witnessed by around 800 spectators. Ru...Fri, 18 May 2012 13:32:32 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Spain-moves-to-semi-finals-with-3-1-win-over-Great-Britain-Volleyball-news-a155085http://blogs.bettor.com/Spain-moves-to-semi-finals-with-3-1-win-over-Great-Britain-Volleyball-news-a155085Spain moves to semi-finals with 3-1 win over Great Britain – Volleyball news With win/loss record of 3-1, Spanish men advanced to the semi-final stage of the 2012 CEV Continental Cup, which is currently underway in Sevres, France. The tournament started off with the quarter-final matches on Thursday, May 17. Duos from Denmark, Estonia, Poland, Great Britain, Spain, hosts France, and Sweden joined the competition. On the day-1 of the tournament Spanish tandems crossed their ways with Brits....Fri, 18 May 2012 12:04:17 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Great-Britain-makes-it-to-final-phase-of-2012-CEV-Continental-Cup-Semifianls-Volleyball-news-a154995http://blogs.bettor.com/Great-Britain-makes-it-to-final-phase-of-2012-CEV-Continental-Cup-Semifianls-Volleyball-news-a154995Great Britain makes it to final phase of 2012 CEV Continental Cup Semifianls – Volleyball news Shauna Mullin-Zara Dampney and Denise Johns-Lucy Boulton of Great exhibited spectacular feat on day-2 of the 2012 CEV Continental Cup Semifinals, which took centre stage on Wednesday, May 16 in Severs, France. The GBR pairs played a total of four matches and finished the day with 3-1 record. Success on the day-2 moved GBR into the final phase of the tournament, where they will take on Spanish oppon...Fri, 18 May 2012 08:44:31 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/France-suffers-home-loss-on-day-2-of-CEV-Continental-Cup-Semi-finals-Volleyball-news-a154988http://blogs.bettor.com/France-suffers-home-loss-on-day-2-of-CEV-Continental-Cup-Semi-finals-Volleyball-news-a154988France suffers home loss on day-2 of CEV Continental Cup Semi-finals – Volleyball news Following a wonderful start to the home campaign on Wednesday, the hosts France totally collapsed on the second day of the 2012 CEV Women’s Continental Cup Semi-finals. French duos were challenged by visiting Spaniards, who stole the show with their mesmerising tactics. Two sides played a total of three matches, all of which ended in Spain’s favour. The home audience were greatly disappointed by the unde...Fri, 18 May 2012 08:27:24 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Online-media-guide-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-launched-Volleyball-news-a154947http://blogs.bettor.com/Online-media-guide-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-launched-Volleyball-news-a154947Online media guide of 2012 FIVB World League launched – Volleyball news The Federation International de Volleyball (FIVB) released the Online Media Guide for 2012 FIVB World League on Wednesday. The Online Media Guide has many great features but its primary objective is to provide information on all the teams and players that are set to compete in the 23rd edition of the tournament. The International Volleyball Federation has compiled all the information and key statistics from past editio...Fri, 18 May 2012 07:10:10 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/2014-Mens-World-Championship-Qualification-Tournament-set-to-start-Friday-Volleyball-news-a154894http://blogs.bettor.com/2014-Mens-World-Championship-Qualification-Tournament-set-to-start-Friday-Volleyball-news-a1548942014 Men’s World Championship Qualification Tournament set to start Friday – Volleyball news The cracking action of the 2014 Men’s World Championship Qualification Tournament is set to begin with the advent of NORCECA First Round matches on Friday, May 18. A total of four teams will jump on board to compete for the berth in 2014 Men’s Volleyball World Championship. Honduras, Panama and Turks & Caicos will enter the competition as visiting teams, while El Salvador will serve as the host t...Fri, 18 May 2012 05:37:16 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Spain-off-to-brilliant-start-in-2012-CEV-Continental-Cup-Semi-finals-Volleyball-news-a154768http://blogs.bettor.com/Spain-off-to-brilliant-start-in-2012-CEV-Continental-Cup-Semi-finals-Volleyball-news-a154768Spain off to brilliant start in 2012 CEV Continental Cup Semi-finals – Volleyball news Spain kicked off the semi-finals of 2012 CEV Women’s Continental Cup in a great way. Spanish duos performed amazingly well and held off the opponents for 3-1 victory on day-1 of the tournament. The 2012 CEV Continental Cup Semi-finals started off on Wednesday, May 16 and the competition will continue till Saturday, May 19. The city of Sevres in France is the home of action, while Parc Nautique de l’Ile de...Thu, 17 May 2012 12:00:53 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Slovakia%2c-Great-Britain-clinch-success-on-day-1-of-CEV-Continental-Cup-semifinals-Volleyball-news-a154730http://blogs.bettor.com/Slovakia%2c-Great-Britain-clinch-success-on-day-1-of-CEV-Continental-Cup-semifinals-Volleyball-news-a154730Slovakia, Great Britain clinch success on day-1 of CEV Continental Cup semifinals – Volleyball news Female tandems from Slovakia and Great Britain proved their endeavours on day-1 of the 2012 CEV Continental Cup Semifinals in Sevres, France. Slovakian pairs appeared in a total of five matches and clinches success in three, which helped them finish the day with 3-2 ratio. On the other hand, GB teams clean swept the rivals from Bulgaria and claimed 3-0 victory. Slovakia started the day in a d...Thu, 17 May 2012 10:46:28 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/France-makes-good-start-to-2012-CEV-Womens-Continental-Cup-semi-finals-Volleyball-news-a154727http://blogs.bettor.com/France-makes-good-start-to-2012-CEV-Womens-Continental-Cup-semi-finals-Volleyball-news-a154727France makes a good start to 2012 CEV Women’s Continental Cup semi-finals – Volleyball news The semi-final stage of the 2012 CEV Continental Cup started off on Thursday, May 17 in Sevres, France. Taking full advantage of the familiar conditions, French ladies dominated the scene on day-1 of the tournament. Pairing of Benhamou-Giaoui and Hamzaoui-Longuet represented France and displayed an incredible action at the “arc Nautique de l’Ile de Monsieur” sports hall. According to the competitio...Thu, 17 May 2012 10:43:31 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/2012-CEV-Continental-Cup-semi-finals-ready-to-start-in-Switzerland-Volleyball-news-a154649http://blogs.bettor.com/2012-CEV-Continental-Cup-semi-finals-ready-to-start-in-Switzerland-Volleyball-news-a1546492012 CEV Continental Cup semi-finals ready to start in Switzerland – Volleyball news The city of Zug in Switzerland is ready to host the 2012 CEV Continental Cup Semi-finals from May 17-19. Eight countries with two teams per gender will join the competition. In the men’s section, duos from Russia, Norway, Italy, hosts Switzerland, Ukraine, Czech Republic, Greece, and Portugal will come into stride for the final round slots. Likewise, the women’s teams from Greece, Italy, Estonia, Poland, La...Thu, 17 May 2012 07:42:05 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/US-Kessy-Ross-earn-Olympic-qualification-Volleyball-news-a154620http://blogs.bettor.com/US-Kessy-Ross-earn-Olympic-qualification-Volleyball-news-a154620US Kessy-Ross earn Olympic qualification – Volleyball news With a terrific performance at the 2012 Beijing Grand Slam, the US pairing of Jennifer Kessy and April Ross earned an Olympic berth. Kessy-Ross became the second duo from America to qualify for the 2012 London Olympic Games. They joined the Olympic gold-medallists Kerri Walsh and Misty May-Treanor, who secured two gold-medals in the previous editions of the Summer Olympic. However, Kessy and Ross will be playing at the Olympics for...Thu, 17 May 2012 06:37:02 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Sandy-Jones-takes-charge-of-the-Denison-Volleyball-Programme-Volleyball-news-a154592http://blogs.bettor.com/Sandy-Jones-takes-charge-of-the-Denison-Volleyball-Programme-Volleyball-news-a154592Sandy Jones takes charge of the Denison Volleyball Programme – Volleyball news The Denison girls’ volleyball team, which has the official mascot of Yellow Jackets, has recently hired Sandy Jones as the head coach. Jones is not new to Denison High School volleyball programme as she already mentored the Yellow Jackets a few years back. Hence, she is only a returning coach who has replaced Shari Christenson. The former coach of Denison was offered to take up the position of head coach at Bren...Thu, 17 May 2012 05:26:33 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-heads-to-Japan-to-attend-World-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a154482http://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-heads-to-Japan-to-attend-World-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a154482Cuba heads to Japan to attend World Olympic Qualification Tournament – Volleyball news Women’s national volleyball team of Cuba headed for Japan on Wednesday, in order to attend the 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament. The Caribbean team will install its bases at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium, where it will be joined by seven other teams. The 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament is scheduled to be kicked off on Saturday, May 19 and it will comple...Wed, 16 May 2012 12:40:32 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Top-German-duo-attends-the-FIVB-heroes-event-in-Frankfurt-Volleyball-News-a154434http://blogs.bettor.com/Top-German-duo-attends-the-FIVB-heroes-event-in-Frankfurt-Volleyball-News-a154434Top German duo Georg Grozer, Ferdinand Tille attends FIVB heroes event in Frankfurt German city Frankfurt hosted a colourful volleyball event on Tuesday, which was attended by two key players of German National volleyball team. Georg Grozer and Ferdinand Tille showed up at the FIVB Heroes event, which put the two players to a test of their skills. A machine was installed at the pedestrian area of Frankfurt that produced shots at the speed of 130Km/h. The two FIVB Heroes were required to th...Wed, 16 May 2012 11:47:43 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/FIVB-unveils-schedule-of-2012-World-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a154362http://blogs.bettor.com/FIVB-unveils-schedule-of-2012-World-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a154362FIVB unveils schedule of 2012 World Olympic Qualification Tournament – Volleyball news The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) has recently announced the complete schedule of 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament. The official news was released from the head quarters of FIVB in Lausanne, Switzerland on Tuesday, May 15. According to the plan, the influential women’s world qualification tournament will be held in Japan from May 19 to 27. A total of four Olympic ticke...Wed, 16 May 2012 08:56:24 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/2012-CEV-Beach-Volleyball-Continental-Cup-Final-round-ready-to-start-today-Volleyball-news-a154326http://blogs.bettor.com/2012-CEV-Beach-Volleyball-Continental-Cup-Final-round-ready-to-start-today-Volleyball-news-a1543262012 CEV Beach Volleyball Continental Cup Final round ready to start today – Volleyball news Following the successful completion of sub-zonal and zonal phase, the CEV Continental Beach Volleyball Cup is supposed to cover the last leg of the tournament. The final round of the CEV Continental Cup is set to begin on Wednesday, May 16 and it will produce the final results on Saturday, May 19. France will serve as host to the crucial final round of the double-gender competition. The Parc Nautique...Wed, 16 May 2012 07:35:30 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Teams-finalised-for-2012-FIVB-Womens-World-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a154268http://blogs.bettor.com/Teams-finalised-for-2012-FIVB-Womens-World-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a154268Teams finalised for 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament – Volleyball news The 2012 FIVB Women’s World Olympic Qualification Tournament is scheduled to take place from May 19-27. Japanese city Tokyo will serve as the host to the final leg of Olympic Qualification Tournament. In the recent memory, the Federation International de Volleyball (FIVB) announced the participants who will come into contest for the final four empty slots of 2012 London Olympic Games. According to...Wed, 16 May 2012 05:30:30 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Dutch-duo-makes-it-to-the-podium-of-Beijing-Grand-Slam-for-the-first-time-Volleyball-news-a154207http://blogs.bettor.com/Dutch-duo-makes-it-to-the-podium-of-Beijing-Grand-Slam-for-the-first-time-Volleyball-news-a154207Dutch duo makes it to the podium of Beijing Grand Slam for the first time – Volleyball news The 2012 Beijing Grand Slam men’s beach volleyball tournament completed an amazing run from May 8-13 in China. At the end of the tournament, 3rd-seeded Reinder Nummerdor and Richard Schuil from the Netherlands stepped up to the podium on account of their mesmerizing performance. They settled for gold medal victory as they defeated 14th-seeded Italian pair of Paolo Nicolai and Daniele Lupo i...Tue, 15 May 2012 13:43:26 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Brazil-to-miss-Giba-and-Murilo-at-first-leg-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a154204http://blogs.bettor.com/Brazil-to-miss-Giba-and-Murilo-at-first-leg-of-2012-FIVB-World-League-Volleyball-news-a154204Brazil to miss Giba and Murilo at first leg of 2012 FIVB World League – Volleyball news The news has recently hit the block that two key players of Brazilian men’s national volleyball, Gilberto Godoy Filho and Murilo Endres, will not participate in the first week matches of the upcoming FIVB World League. The 2012 FIVB World League is set take centre stage on Friday, May 18. A total of 16 teams are ready to contest their skills in front of the international audience. Brazil will open the tou...Tue, 15 May 2012 13:39:51 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Argentina-wins-CSV-Qualification-Tournament-final-and-claims-Olympic-ticket-Volleyball-news-a154110http://blogs.bettor.com/Argentina-wins-CSV-Qualification-Tournament-final-and-claims-Olympic-ticket-Volleyball-news-a154110Argentina wins CSV Qualification Tournament final and claims Olympic ticket – Volleyball news Men’s national volleyball team of Argentina pulled off success in the influential final match of 2012 CSV Olympic Qualification and clawed its way to the Olympic Games. Team Argentine played under the tag of hosts as Argentinean city Almirante Brown provided the backdrop for the Olympic Qualifiers. Equipped with stupendous support of local fans, home team defeated Venezuela in the final showdown of...Tue, 15 May 2012 11:27:41 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Brazil-downs-Peru-to-clinch-the-Olympic-berth-Volleyball-news-a154106http://blogs.bettor.com/Brazil-downs-Peru-to-clinch-the-Olympic-berth-Volleyball-news-a154106Brazil downs Peru to clinch the Olympic berth – Volleyball news Women’s national volleyball teams from Brazil and Peru crossed their ways in the final showdown of CSV Olympic Qualification Tournament on Sunday. Brazilian city Sao Carlos hosted the match, where home team used the competitive edge of familiar conditions to overcome the visiting Peruvian ladies. Brazil posted 3-0 (25-12, 25-16, 25-9) victory in the match and reserved a berth at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Around 8,100 fans...Tue, 15 May 2012 11:23:28 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Italy-secures-Olympic-berth-via-European-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a154020http://blogs.bettor.com/Italy-secures-Olympic-berth-via-European-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a154020Italy secures Olympic berth via European Qualifiers – Volleyball news The 2012 European Men’s Olympic Qualification Tournament came to an end on Sunday, May 13. Following many gruelling battles on the centre court, Italy paved its way to the top slot and earned ticket to 2012 London Olympic Games. Italy was challenged by resilient rival Germany in the final showdown of the tournament. The Arena Armeec competition hall in Sofia, Bulgaria set up an excellent field of play for the match, which...Tue, 15 May 2012 07:33:37 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/USA-rallies-past-Cub-to-enter-final-showdown-of-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153610http://blogs.bettor.com/USA-rallies-past-Cub-to-enter-final-showdown-of-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153610USA rallies past Cub to enter final showdown of 2012 NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Taking full advantage of the home supporters, the US team cruised past to 3-1 victory in the semi-final match against Cuba on Friday. The Walter Pyramid in Long Beach California provided the backdrop for the significant match. The hosts launched authority over visiting Caribbean team and claimed victory at the loss of only one set. The final set scores were 3-1 (21-25, 25-18, 25-17, 25-16). Th...Mon, 14 May 2012 05:21:23 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Canada-clinch-success-at-the-semis-of-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153405http://blogs.bettor.com/Canada-clinch-success-at-the-semis-of-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153405Canada clinch success at the semis of 2012 NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Men’s national volleyball team of Canada exhibited stellar performance at the semi-final match of 2012 NORCECA Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament on Friday and secured the spot in the final showdown. Canada was challenged by Puerto Rico in the semi-final match at the Walter Pyramid in Long Beach California. The two teams staged a five-set thriller, which created a whole lot excitement among voll...Sat, 12 May 2012 12:51:25 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Bidding-starts-for-2015-CEV-Mens-Volleyball-Championship-Volleyball-news-a153389http://blogs.bettor.com/Bidding-starts-for-2015-CEV-Mens-Volleyball-Championship-Volleyball-news-a153389Bidding starts for 2015 CEV Men’s Volleyball Championship – Volleyball news Recently, Italy and Bulgaria joined hands to announce their bid to host the 2015 CEV Men’s Volleyball Championship. The presidents of both national federations had a meeting in Sofia, Bulgaria on Friday, May 11. The President of Italian Volleyball Federation (FIPAV) Carlo Magri arrived in Bulgaria to support the national team in crucial Olympic qualifying match, which took place at Arena Armeec competition hall on...Sat, 12 May 2012 12:08:03 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Serbia-joins-final-four-of-2012-European-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a153360http://blogs.bettor.com/Serbia-joins-final-four-of-2012-European-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a153360Serbia joins final four of 2012 European Olympic Qualification Tournament – Volleyball news After an incredibly close competition with Slovenia, the men’s national volleyball team of Serbia managed to pave its way into the semi-finals of 2012 European Olympic Qualification Tournament. The cracking fight between Slovenian and Serbia took place at Arena Armeec competition hall in Sofia, Bulgaria on Friday. Match spanned over four sets, while Slovenia managed to secure only one set. Serbia came...Sat, 12 May 2012 11:08:03 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Italy-edges-out-Slovakia-to-advance-to-semi-finals-of-European-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153357http://blogs.bettor.com/Italy-edges-out-Slovakia-to-advance-to-semi-finals-of-European-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153357Italy edges out Slovakia to advance to semi-finals of European Qualifiers – Volleyball news Italy posted 3-0 (25-23, 25-13, 25-22) win over Slovakia at the Arena Armeec competition hall in Sofia, Bulgaria on Friday. Victory enabled Italy to reserve a berth in the next round of 2012 European Men’s Olympic Qualification Tournament. Slovakia, on the other hand, lost the match and were disqualified. Italy remained undefeated in Pool I and finished the preliminaries with 3-0 record. Italian su...Sat, 12 May 2012 11:03:04 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Host-Bulgaria-finishes-pool-play-with-perfect-3-0-record-Volleyball-news-a153315http://blogs.bettor.com/Host-Bulgaria-finishes-pool-play-with-perfect-3-0-record-Volleyball-news-a153315Host Bulgaria finishes pool-play with perfect 3-0 record – Volleyball news Following their earlier wins in the first two matches, Bulgaria hotshots defeated Spain in the third match on Friday and finished the pool-play of 2012 European Olympic Qualifiers with perfect 3-0 record. Equipped with stupendous support of around 10,000 local fans, the hosts clean swept Spaniards. The set scores of the match were 3-0 (25-16, 25-20, 25-16). The Arena Armeec competition hall in Sofia, Bulgaria echoed t...Sat, 12 May 2012 08:38:22 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Action-continues-at-2012-CSV-Womens-Continental-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153266http://blogs.bettor.com/Action-continues-at-2012-CSV-Womens-Continental-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153266Action continues at 2012 CSV Women’s Continental Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news The 2012 CSV Women’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament is underway in Sao Carlos, Brazil and race for the Olympic ticket is in full swing. The tournament took centre stage on May 9 and it is scheduled to be continued till May 14. At the end of the qualification tournament, on lucky team will clinch the Olympic berth. The winner will represent the Confederation South American de Volleyball (CSV)...Sat, 12 May 2012 05:50:24 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-overcomes-ambitious-Trinidad-Tobago-in-quarterfinal-match-Volleyball-news-a153262http://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-overcomes-ambitious-Trinidad-Tobago-in-quarterfinal-match-Volleyball-news-a153262Cuba overcomes ambitious Trinidad & Tobago in quarterfinal match – Volleyball news Trinidad & Tobago men’s volleyball team, which was quite high on emotions after making it to the quarterfinals, received straight set defeat from Cuba on Thursday. Caribbean men delivered a spectacular performance and crushed the hopes of ambitious Trinidad & Tobago with 3-0 (25-18, 25-13, 25-16) victory. The Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, California provided the backdrop for the match. Victory allo...Sat, 12 May 2012 05:47:36 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Puerto-Rico-advances-to-semi-finals-of-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153192http://blogs.bettor.com/Puerto-Rico-advances-to-semi-finals-of-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153192Puerto Rico advances to semi-finals of 2012 NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Puerto Rico edged out Mexico in the crucial match on Thursday, which enabled the winners to clinch the semi-final berth. The Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, California hosted the match that announced Puerto Rico as the qualifier of semi-finals. Puerto Rican team collected a 25-21, 25-23, 20-25, 25-19 victory over archrival Mexico and advanced to the next stage of the tournament. Puerto Rico became the se...Fri, 11 May 2012 13:43:52 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Slovakia-grabs-first-win-at-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-by-defeating-Finland-Volleyball-news-a153121http://blogs.bettor.com/Slovakia-grabs-first-win-at-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-by-defeating-Finland-Volleyball-news-a153121Slovakia grabs first win at European Olympic Qualifiers by defeating Finland – Volleyball news Following a loss in opening match 2012 European Men’s Olympic Qualification Tournament, Slovakia got back on track and claimed victory in the next fixture. Slovakia came into contest with Finland on Thursday at Arena Armeec in Sofia, Bulgaria and gave out a winning performance. Slovaks posted 3-1 (25-20, 25-16, 21-25, 25-19) win over Finland and stayed in contention for a place in semis slated for...Fri, 11 May 2012 11:52:59 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Germany-falls-to-Italy-in-straight-sets-at-2012-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153087http://blogs.bettor.com/Germany-falls-to-Italy-in-straight-sets-at-2012-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a153087Germany falls to Italy in straight sets at 2012 European Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Looking for a clean sweep at the preliminaries of 2012 European Men’s Olympic Qualifiers, the German national team came up short against Italy in three sets. Italian team displayed a good action on net and cruised past to 3-0 (25-22, 25-21, 25-22) victory in the match. Italy appeared in its second match, while completed the streak of three matches. Italy improved to 2-0 at the qualifiers and came cl...Fri, 11 May 2012 11:09:49 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Serbia-pumped%2c-Spain-dumped-in-European-Olympic-Qualifying-match-Volleyball-news-a153046http://blogs.bettor.com/Serbia-pumped%2c-Spain-dumped-in-European-Olympic-Qualifying-match-Volleyball-news-a153046Serbia pumped, Spain dumped in European Olympic Qualifying match – Volleyball news Aleksandar Atanasijevic charted 21 points and Milos Nikic added 19 as Serbia topped the Spanish team in four sets at the Arena Armeec competition hall in Sofia, Bulgaria on Thursday. Serbs posted 3-1 (25-19, 25-17, 23-25, 25-22) victory over Spaniards and reserved a berth in the semi-finals. Head coach Igor Kolakovic gave a winning plan to his team, which was perfectly executed. In the opening set of the matc...Fri, 11 May 2012 08:39:03 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Puerto-Rico%2c-Trinidad-Tobago-win-on-day-3-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152990http://blogs.bettor.com/Puerto-Rico%2c-Trinidad-Tobago-win-on-day-3-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152990Puerto Rico, Trinidad & Tobago win on day-3 of NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Third day of the 2012 NORCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament brought a better luck for two teams, which bagged opening victories. Puerto and team from Trinidad & Tobago finally broke the ice and defeated their respective opponents on day-3 of the tournament. Puerto Rican team held off Dominican Republic for 3-0 (25-15, 25-18, 25-16) victory, while T&T downed Costa Rica...Fri, 11 May 2012 07:04:03 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Finland-falls-to-Germany-in-four-set-match-at-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152987http://blogs.bettor.com/Finland-falls-to-Germany-in-four-set-match-at-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152987Finland falls to Germany in four-set match at Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Finnish men’s national volleyball put up great fight with Germany in the second match of 2012 European Olympic Qualification Tournament on Wednesday but failed to dig up success. Germany proved to be better and posted 3-1 (31-29, 25-19, 21-25, 25-16) victory over Finland. Arena Armeec competition hall in Sofia, Bulgaria hosted the match and created an excellent sporty environment for volleyball enthusiasts. Vi...Fri, 11 May 2012 06:59:23 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Spaniards-clinch-success-in-the-opening-match-2012-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-a152803http://blogs.bettor.com/Spaniards-clinch-success-in-the-opening-match-2012-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-a152803Spaniards clinch success in the opening match – 2012 European Olympic Qualifiers Spain made a wonderful effort in the opening match of 2012 European Olympic Qualification Tournament on Wednesday. The Spaniard held off Slovenian team for 3-0 (25-17, 25-23, 25-18) win in the opening match. The match was hosted by Bulgarian City Sofia, while Arena Armeec competition hall provided the ground for a cracking fight. Spain faced a lot resistance from Slovenia in the second but overall managed to ove...Thu, 10 May 2012 12:17:23 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Bulgaria-continues-with-success-on-day-2-of-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152754http://blogs.bettor.com/Bulgaria-continues-with-success-on-day-2-of-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152754Bulgaria continues with success on day-2 of European Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Following a wonderful feat in the first match of 2012 European Men’s Qualification Tournament, the host Bulgaria repeated the same act on day-2. The home team powered past Serbia in the second match on Wednesday. The visiting team proved to be a tough rival and created a lot of buzz on the centre court. Nonetheless, the Bulgaria hotshots managed to overcome the competitors and claimed 3-0 (25-22, 25-1...Thu, 10 May 2012 11:02:05 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/USA-qualifies-for-semi-final-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a152747http://blogs.bettor.com/USA-qualifies-for-semi-final-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a152747USA qualifies for semi-final of NORCECA Olympic Qualification Tournament – Volleyball news  Under the leadership of head coach Alan Knipe, the US men’s national volleyball team demonstrated a spectacular show of volleyball at the preliminaries of 2012 NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers. The US finished the opening round with perfect 3-0 record and clawed its way to the semi-finals. USA defeated top rival Mexico in the last match of pool-play on Wednesday. They posted 3-0 (25-23, 25-19, 25-14) v...Thu, 10 May 2012 10:39:06 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Canada-grabs-semi-final-spot-at-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152705http://blogs.bettor.com/Canada-grabs-semi-final-spot-at-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152705Canada grabs semi-final spot at 2012 NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Canada stamped a 3-0 win over Cuba in the last pool-play match on Wednesday and qualified for the influential semi-finals of the 2012 NORCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament. The Caribbean team started off the match with an ambition of victory but too many unforced errors led them to the loss. Canadian squad secured the opening set of the match 25-21 and followed it up with 25-17 and 25-21 in...Thu, 10 May 2012 08:10:32 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Mexico%2c-Canada-clinch-success-on-day-2-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152639http://blogs.bettor.com/Mexico%2c-Canada-clinch-success-on-day-2-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152639Mexico, Canada clinch success on day-2 of NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Teams from Mexico and Canada continued with success on the second day of the 2012 NORCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament and defeated their respective opponents. Mexican team breezed past Trinidad & Tobago, while Canada launched power on Puerto Rico. In Pool A, Mexico downed the competitors by posting 3-1 (25-18, 19-25, 25-21, 25-22) on board. Canada, on the other hand, proved its...Thu, 10 May 2012 05:52:28 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Germany-makes-flying-start-at-the-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152638http://blogs.bettor.com/Germany-makes-flying-start-at-the-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152638Germany makes flying start at the European Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news German men’s national volleyball team clashed with Slovakia in the opening match of 2012 European Olympic Qualification Tournament on Tuesday. Under the leadership of head coach Vital Heynen, German squad cruised past to 3-0 (25-19, 25-22, 25-20) win over Slovakia at the Arena Armeec competition hall in Sofia, Bulgaria. Slovakian team gave good competition to Germans but still could not manage to clinch success...Thu, 10 May 2012 05:50:14 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Italy-tops-Finland-in-three-sets-at-2012-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152636http://blogs.bettor.com/Italy-tops-Finland-in-three-sets-at-2012-European-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152636Italy tops Finland in three sets at 2012 European Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Italy and Finland fought a great battle on the opening day of 2012 European Men’s Olympic Qualification Tournament and staged a five-set thriller. It was a hotly contested match, which continued for more than two hours. However, Italy marched away with victory after posting 3-2 (25-21, 16-25, 30-28, 16-25, 16-14) on board. Arena Armeec competition hall in Sofia hosted the match and 1,200 fans witnessed t...Thu, 10 May 2012 05:48:07 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Bulgaria-defeats-Slovenia-by-using-home-advantage-Volleyball-news-a152443http://blogs.bettor.com/Bulgaria-defeats-Slovenia-by-using-home-advantage-Volleyball-news-a152443Bulgaria defeats Slovenia by using home advantage – Volleyball news Men’s national volleyball team of Bulgaria edged out Slovenia in the opening match of 2012 European Olympic Qualification Tournament, which took centre stage on Tuesday. In Pool I of the tournament, Bulgaria and Slovenia contested their games skills. The match was hosted by city of Sofia, which provided a competitive edge to Bulgarian team. The hosts sent 25-23, 25-18, 25-22 on board and claimed 3-0 victory. Around 6,000 f...Wed, 09 May 2012 11:11:31 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/USA-sweeps-Costa-Rica-in-second-match-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152429http://blogs.bettor.com/USA-sweeps-Costa-Rica-in-second-match-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152429USA sweeps Costa Rica in second match of NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Equipped with the support of more than 1,000 fans at Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, California, the US men’s national volleyball team defeated Costa Rica in straight sets on Tuesday. US team held off Costa Rica for 3-0 (25-14, 25-9, 25-9) victory in the second match 2012 NORCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament. Victory moved USA to 2-0 in the tournament, while Costa Rica remained unsuccess...Wed, 09 May 2012 10:51:32 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-beat-Dominican-Republic-at-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a152379http://blogs.bettor.com/Cuba-beat-Dominican-Republic-at-2012-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualification-Tournament-Volleyball-news-a152379Cuba beat Dominican Republic at 2012 NORCECA Olympic Qualification Tournament – Volleyball news Caribbean team from Cuba grabbed second win at the on-going 2012 NORCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament by downing Dominican Republic on Tuesday. Cuba made a clean sweep in the match and posted 3-0 (25-15, 25-21, 25-15) on board. The Walter Pyramid in Long Beach California hosted the match.   Fernando Hernandez of Cuba totalled 15 points and settled for the position of to...Wed, 09 May 2012 08:45:48 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Cuban-men-sweep-Puerto-Rican-rivals-in-Olympic-qualifying-match-Volleyball-news-a152273http://blogs.bettor.com/Cuban-men-sweep-Puerto-Rican-rivals-in-Olympic-qualifying-match-Volleyball-news-a152273Cuban men sweep Puerto Rican rivals in Olympic qualifying match – Volleyball news Men’s National Volleyball Team of Cuba proved its supremacy on volleyball court on Monday when it defeated Puerto Rico in straight sets. Cuba and Puerto Rico staged a close fight in the opening match of 2012 NOCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament. Cubans posted 25-20, 25-18, 25-18 in three consecutive sets and bagged 3-0 victory. The Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, California hosted the match...Wed, 09 May 2012 05:09:42 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Smashing-win-for-Mexico-in-the-first-match-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152272http://blogs.bettor.com/Smashing-win-for-Mexico-in-the-first-match-of-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152272Smashing win for Mexico in the first match of NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Mexican men’s national volleyball squad exhibited a stellar feat in the opening match of 2012 NORCECA Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament, which kicked off on Monday at Walter Pyramid, Long Beach, California. Mexico launched full power on Costa Rica and posted 3-0 (25-16, 25-18, 25-20) victory over opponents. Mexican top guns dominated from start to end and did not allow Costa Rica to come up....Wed, 09 May 2012 05:08:31 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Canada-holds-off-Dominican-Republic-for-3-0-victory-in-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152269http://blogs.bettor.com/Canada-holds-off-Dominican-Republic-for-3-0-victory-in-NORCECA-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152269Canada holds off Dominican Republic for 3-0 victory in NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news Teams from Canada and Dominican Republic opened the 2012 NORCECA Men’s Olympic Qualification Tournament on Monday. In front of more than 450 spectators at Walter Pyramid, Long Beach, California, the Canadian men proved their metal and clinched success in the match. They earned the winning status in three sets after posted 25-21, 25-13, and 25-15 on board. Dominican Republic failed to give a...Wed, 09 May 2012 05:04:32 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/US-men-grab-victory-in-opening-match-of-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152148http://blogs.bettor.com/US-men-grab-victory-in-opening-match-of-Olympic-Qualifiers-Volleyball-news-a152148US men grab victory in opening match of Olympic Qualifiers – Volleyball news US men’s national volleyball team defeated underdog Trinidad & Tobago in straight sets on Monday. The two teams crossed their ways in the first match of NORCECA Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament. USA posted 3-0 (25-9, 25-10, 25-14) win over Trinidad & Tobago and added first win of the competition to its count. The match took place at the Pyramid in Long Beach, California. The hosts performed amazi...Tue, 08 May 2012 12:41:35 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/German-pair-clinches-success-at-Country-Quota-Playoffs-Volleyball-news-a152134http://blogs.bettor.com/German-pair-clinches-success-at-Country-Quota-Playoffs-Volleyball-news-a152134German pair clinches success at Country Quota Playoffs – Volleyball news Three female tandems from Germany competed at the Country Quota Playoffs of 2012 Beijing Grand Slam in China, which took place on Monday. The pairing of Melanie Gernert and Anja Günther defeated the other two fellow German teams and advanced to the Qualifying stage of the tournament. They defeated Victoria Bieneck/Julia Grossner in the first match and then overpowered Karla Borger/Brittta Buthe to complete the winning...Tue, 08 May 2012 12:21:45 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Brazilian-duo-advances-to-the-qualifiers-of-Beijing-Grand-Slam-Volleyball-news-a152066http://blogs.bettor.com/Brazilian-duo-advances-to-the-qualifiers-of-Beijing-Grand-Slam-Volleyball-news-a152066Brazilian duo advances to the qualifiers of Beijing Grand Slam – Volleyball news The 2012 Beijing Grand Slam women’s beach volleyball tournament kicked off on Monday in China and featured the Country Quota Playoffs on day-1. A total of six duos from Brazil and Germany joined the CQs and competed for three empty slots in the Qualification Tournament. Brazilian Country Quota Playoffs brought duos of Angela Vieira/Liliane Maestrini and Maria Clara Salgado Rufino/Raquel Pellucci on the centre...Tue, 08 May 2012 08:32:12 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Dominican-Republic-qualifies-for-London-Olympics-2012-Volleyball-news-a151964http://blogs.bettor.com/Dominican-Republic-qualifies-for-London-Olympics-2012-Volleyball-news-a151964Dominican Republic qualifies for London Olympics 2012 – Volleyball news Women’s Volleyball Team of Dominican Republic clinched Olympic berth by winning the finals of 2012 NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers in Tijuana, Mexico. Dominican Republic defeated Cuba in the final match of NORCECA Olympic Qualifiers this past Saturday. The ladies from Dominican Republic staged an eye-catching action on the centre court and settled for 3-1 (25-18, 25-23, 27-29, 25-20) victory.  Under the command of Braz...Tue, 08 May 2012 05:03:33 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Tanzania-holds-volleyball-coaches-course-Volleyball-news-a151962http://blogs.bettor.com/Tanzania-holds-volleyball-coaches-course-Volleyball-news-a151962Tanzania holds volleyball coaches course – Volleyball news In order to inspire the volleyball followers, Manyara Amateur Volleyball Association (Mava) has organised a week-long coaching course in Manyara, Tanzania. The coaching course in Manyara started off on Monday and it is scheduled to run through Saturday. Mava interim chairman, Halifa Mfanga, is the main person behind setting up this amazing opportunity for aspiring coaches of the region. In this regard, Mava also received a lot of h...Tue, 08 May 2012 05:01:44 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/2012-CEV-European-Mens-Olympic-Qualifiers-ready-to-start-Volleyball-news-a151961http://blogs.bettor.com/2012-CEV-European-Mens-Olympic-Qualifiers-ready-to-start-Volleyball-news-a1519612012 CEV European Men’s Olympic Qualifiers ready to start – Volleyball news Following the successful completion of European Women’s Olympic Qualifiers in Turkey, the men’s teams are ready to rumble for the Olympic Tickets in Bulgaria. The 2012 CEV European Men’s Olympic Qualification Tournament is set to be kicked off on Tuesday, May 8. A total of eight teams will join the playoffs and vie for the Olympic berth. Only one spot will be on stake, which will be secured by the top team of the q...Tue, 08 May 2012 04:59:55 GMThttp://blogs.bettor.com/Brazilian-duo-gets-third-place-finish-at-2012-Shanghai-Grand-Slam-Volleyball-news-a151960http://blogs.bettor.com/Brazilian-duo-gets-third-place-finish-at-2012-Shanghai-Grand-Slam-Volleyball-news-a151960Brazilian duo gets third-place finish at 2012 Shanghai Grand Slam – Volleyball news Brazil’s Pedro Salgado and Marcio Araujo defeated compatriots Bruno Oscar Schmidt and Benjamin Insfran in the classification match for third position on Sunday and got hold of the bronze-medal victory. They started off slow and dropped the opening set but came up with spectacular show of beach volleyball in the next two sets. The match result was out in 57 minutes and final scores were 2-1 (16-21, 21-15, 15-1...Tue, 08 May 2012 04:58:21 GMT