Prepare to dive, position yourself, and power your way into the thrilling realm of volleyball! The New Zealand Secondary School Volleyball Championships (NZSSVC), officially endorsed by School Sport New Zealand, are here.
Calling all remarkable Year 11 to 13 students – this is your moment to shine on the volleyball court! It's not merely a game; it's about collaboration, forging new friendships, and enjoying every moment.
So lace up your sneakers, perfect those serves, and gear up for an event that's all about the joy of play, camaraderie, and showcasing your remarkable abilities. Let's transform this championship into an enduring memory you'll cherish forever!
Registrations : Are now closed.
Playing Dates:
Monday 23rd - Friday 27th March 2026
Venue: CET Arena, Palmerston North
Entry Fee:
$1,200 (including GST)
Please note: Also all players need to purchase individual student membership for $21 please click here for further information. https://www.volleyballnz.org.nz/about-us/vnz-membership
Monday, 2nd March 2026
VNZ Individual Student Membership due.
Send this link to players https://www.volleyballnz.org.nz/about-us/vnz-membership
Secondary School Membership (Junior and Senior) $21.00 inc GST
Team Rosters Due in Teambuilder
Monday 9th March
No REFUND applicable for any team withdrawing (exception Regional Championships if post this date and you do not qualify for a spot)
3.00pm - Opening Ceremony (Arena 2)
4.00pm - Celebrity Match
- Get-A-Grip "Biggest Bounce" Competition (link to register coming soon)
4.30pm - Exhibition Match (Arena 2)
5.00pm - Technical & Referee Meeting (Arena 3)
Team packs, including rotation slips etc will be available for pick up from the Technical Meeting or after from the Tournament Office.
NZSSVC Social is back!
See below for more information
NZSS Championship Entries HERE 209 teams entered, BOYS 101 GIRLS 108 (updated due to 1 team withdrew)
Due to venue capacity and meeting the required finish times by School Sport NZ, entries will be capped to 98 boys and 98 girls due to venue capacity. Only those who have qualified through their Regional qualifiers will have confirmed spots based on the current seedings (to be loaded).
Note: All entries are conditional upon payment received by the due date
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Please contact your Regional Volleyball Association
Video on Line Judging: CLICK HERE
Video on 12-substitution Scoresheet: CLICK HERE
Can't be in Palmy for the action court-side?
You can watch four courts for the full week via our partnership with Whakaata Māori - For streaming action throughout the week.
VOLLEYBALL
NEW ZEALAND INC
Sports House, Stadium Drive, Albany, Auckland, New Zealand