Following an unprecedented preliminary phase that saw a record number of clubs and national federations participate, the eight elite men`s and women`s clubs set to compete for the prestigious CEV Beach Volley European Cup title have been determined. The grand finale is scheduled for early November in the picturesque city of Heraklion, Greece.
Men`s Competition Heats Up
The men`s competition will feature six qualifying group winners: C.S.U. Resita (Romania), Montpellier Beach Volley (France), Aloha Beachvolleyball Club (Austria), BC Strahov (Czechia), ZVH Zevenhuizen (Netherlands), and Sunrise Beach Sports Academy (Ukraine). These formidable teams will be joined by the host nation`s representative, 4 Sports Club Athens, and France`s Ré Beach Club, who secured their spot as the highest-ranked runner-up from the preliminary rounds.
Women`s Teams Ready for Action
In the women`s category, the top performers from their qualifying pools include Beograd Beach Volley (Serbia), KBC Oxyklinika (Lithuania), CV Majadahonda (Spain), Ré Beach Club (France), Edra Tata (Hungary), and Sunrise Beach Sports Academy (Ukraine). Completing the final eight are 4 Sports Club Athens (Greece), as the host, and BVC Ludus Ljubljana (Slovenia), who qualified as the highest-ranked second-place finisher. Notably, BVC Ludus Ljubljana are no strangers to success, having claimed the inaugural CEV Beach Volley European Cup title in 2023 in Balikesir, Türkiye.
A Celebration of European Beach Volleyball
The upcoming finals in Heraklion will proudly showcase clubs representing 12 different National Federations, highlighting the widespread appeal of beach volleyball. This tournament offers a unique platform for clubs to elevate their profiles, rigorously test their abilities against European rivals, and demonstrate the collective strength of their squads, as the competition structure emphasizes teamwork over individual brilliance.
Since its debut in 2023, the CEV Beach Volley European Cup has consistently expanded and gained significant momentum. Heraklion is set to offer a stunning natural backdrop for these culminating matches. Athletes and coaches are currently dedicating themselves to intensive preparations, aiming to seize this opportunity and conclude the 2025 Beach Volleyball season with an unforgettable display of skill and triumph.
Finley Blackwood