The Inter-Provincial Beach Volleyball Championships is a premier domestic event that brings together the best junior athletes from across New Zealand’s 16 provincial associations. Held annually in Mount Maunganui, the competition features boys’ and girls’ U17 and U19 divisions, showcasing the depth of talent within the regional pathway.

The event fosters strong provincial pride and rivalry, while also serving as a crucial talent identification opportunity for national selectors. The Inter-Provincials provide a vital stepping stone for young athletes aspiring to progress to national and international levels, while strengthening connections across the volleyball community.

2026 Event Information

Competition Dates📅 Tuesday, 13th January 2026 - Thursday, 15th January 2026

Location📍 Mount Maunganui Main Beach, Tauranga

Teams must be entered via Provincial Representative

Entry Fee: $149.50 (inc. GST) per team

Key Dates & Deadlines

• Entries Open: 24th September 2025
  
• Entries Close: Monday, 29th December 2025
  
• Team Rosters Due in Teambuilder: Monday, 29th December 2025
  
• Sign-in: Tuesday, 13th Jan @ 8:00 am; 1 head of delegation per association is required to attend and check the attendance of all their participants
  
• Technical Meeting: 13th Jan @ 8:30am - Meet at Tournament Controll 
  

Age-Group Cut Off

Under 19's (Boys and Girls Pairs)

Athletes cannot turn 19 in 2026 - Born in 2008 or later

Under 17's (Boys and Girls Pairs)

Athletes cannot turn 17 in 2026 - Born in 2010 or later

Format 

Pool Play followed by Playoffs

All teams will have games scheduled on all 3 days

Playing Days and Time: Tuesday, Wednesday 9am-6pm, Thursday 9am-3pm

NEWS & INFO

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