The inaugural World School Volleyball Championships will be held in Antalya, Turkey in November, with the incredible Gloria Sports Arena playing host to the unique event.
WSG Volleyball will afford young players the unique opportunity to showcase their talents whilst representing themselves, their school, and their country on an international stage
Open to schools from all over the world, WSG Volleyball will welcome hundreds of young volleyballers for four incredible days of action - becoming the ultimate sporting and cultural experience for the stars of tomorrow.
With the excitement of the Opening Ceremony, a worldwide selection of schools in attendance, and a full live stream broadcast, The World School Volleyball Championships promise to be the world’s premier school volleyball tournament.
Gloria Sports Arena is the largest sports facility in Turkey and welcomes hundreds of professional athletes each year. With a state-of-the-art Show Court and multiple competition courts, the venue delivers a truly world-class experience and provides the perfect stage for the next generation of talent to showcase their skills.
Aside from the action, we also pride ourselves on offering players unforgettable experiences off the court - such as professional event media coverage, training and masterclass sessions with professional players, access to Gloria’s professional recovery facilities, and optional excursions.
After a hugely successful pilot event at the end of 2025, we cannot wait to kickstart the first official edition of The World School Volleyball Championships in November 2026.
WSG Volleyball is a truly unique event in which some of the best young players from schools across the globe descend on Antalya for four days of high-level competition with the opportunity to perform on an international stage.
Our exciting Opening Ceremony will welcome teams from around the world before the WSG Volleyball All-Star Matches kick things off in style as Team Europe take on Team Rest of the World. Players from different schools will come together in the same team to represent their continent and provide the perfect way to open the Championships.
Schools will then contest a number of Group Stage matches over the following few days before progressing into the relevant tiered knockout competition to challenge for silverware.
Individual Player of the Match and MVP awards are also up for grabs for standout performers across the weekend as we celebrate the incredible talent on display by the stars of tomorrow.
The tournament is open to Boys and Girls teams in U16 and U19 age categories, with places allocated on a first come, first served basis and confirmed upon payment of your Team Registration Fee.
We are delighted to add WSG Volleyball to our roster as the eighth event in our Series for 2026! As always, we pride ourselves on offering students the chance to compete in some of the world’s finest facilities - and Gloria Sports Arena is no different. The impressive sports complex offers an all-encompassing solution to what will become the world’s premier school volleyball competition. Check out the video below to get a feel for the venue…
Experience the thrill of competing in Europe’s largest private sports complex - Gloria Sports Arena in Antalya, Turkey. The sprawling venue spans 105,00m squared and houses equipment and facilities for over 50 different sporting disciplines.
As an official Olympic Training Centre used by the world’s top athletes, the experiences on offer at Gloria Sports Arena extend far beyond the volleyball court. Schools will have access to training sessions, state-of-the-art gym facilities, the Icelab, saunas, indoor and outdoor pools, and much more during their stay.
Featuring an on-site athlete hotel, our schools will have the opportunity to live, train, and compete like professionals. Guests can expect a wide range of healthy meal choices, unlimited soft drinks, and sports-themed bedrooms designed for comfort.
There will also be the opportunity to explore Antalya - Turkey’s “capital of tourism”. A vibrant city on the Mediterranean’s Turquoise Coast known for its stunning beaches, historical sites, and a blend of relaxation and adventure, Antalya offers something for everyone to enjoy.
As we prepare for the first ever WSG Volleyball Championships, we cannot wait to welcome schools from across the globe to Antalya for four days of action.
Take a look at some of the numbers ahead of The World School Volleyball Championships 2026…
"Playing against players from different countries and new styles of play is a great learning experience."
"The facilities have been absolutely perfect. Using them alongside Olympic teams was really special.”
"The complex is like stepping into the world of a professional athlete. The courts, the food, the icelab recovery."
