Our Volley Blacks are officially heading to the 2025 Oceania Zonal Continental Qualifier Tournament, held at the Australian Institute of Sport from 18–22 December.

This campaign marks an exciting moment for our programme as we take a talented and hardworking group across the Tasman to compete for the Oceania qualification.

Congratulations to the following athletes selected for the 2025 Volley Blacks Squad:

• Troy Hulston – Canterbury

• Thomas Vesty – Canterbury

• Seth Grant – Canterbury

• Campbell Forsyth – Bay of Plenty

• Daniel Malcolm – Canterbury

• Saxon Gough – Harbour

• Carrick Corson – Canterbury

• Rob Maxwell – Bay of Plenty

• Maia Westrupp – Bay of Plenty

• Josh Watson – Canterbury

• Mana Placid – Canterbury

• Jack McManaway – Bay of Plenty

• Jamie Julian – Canterbury

• Luke Hulston – Canterbury

This squad reflects the strength of provincial programmes across Aotearoa, with a mix of experience, emerging talent, and athletes who have consistently stepped up at national events.

We wish our team and staff all the best as they prepare to represent New Zealand on the international stage.

Article added: Monday 17 November 2025