China Still Hasn’t Committed to Li Yingying as a Starter in Big Matches
China coach Lang Ping has been waiting until crunch time to put her young dynamic hitter Li Yingying into matches, even though it’s clear their outcomes improve with her on the court.
Muncie, Indiana Volleyball Coach Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison
Nolan Michael Brand will serve 17 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to sexual exploitation of a child.
After Historic Run, Trinidad & Tobago Coach Leaves for FIVB Post
After leading his team to 7-straight Caribbean titles and its first-ever World Championship berth, Trinidad & Tobago coach will now take over the program in neighboring St. Lucia.
China, the US, and the Darkhorse Dutch in Pool H (Predictions)
China and the United States will open up Pool H with their 4th meeting of the summer.
A Host and 2 Juggernauts in Pool G at the Women’s World Championships
Italy and their libero Beatrice Parrocchiale (above) have owned the 2018 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Championships so far.
Tijana Boskovic Will Play for Serbia in Final 6 after Abdominal Injury
Tijana Boskovic missed her team’s last 2 matches, both losses, but participated in training on Saturday and is ready to go for the Final 6.
American Pros Shifting Away from England, Italy; Toward Germany
20 American men, including National Teamer Ben Patch (right, SCC Berlin), are signede to play in Germany for the 2018-2019 season.
Alexei Spiridonov Undergoes Surgery on His Knee
The 30-year old outside hitter Spiridonov will miss the first 5-6 weeks of the Super League season.
Wilfredo Leon Won’t Play at the 2019 Nations League Tournament
The FIVB is holding firm on their 2-year probation for Leon to change his sporting citizenship, meaning we won’t see him at a major championship until the European Championships.
Cincinnati’s Jordan Thompson Breaks AAC Records for Kills, Points
If Thompson continues her current offensive pace, she’s going to break a lot more records this season.
