Volleyball

A new pathway for teams to qualify for EuroVolley 2028

CEV Volleyball European League 2026 and 2027

This is your chance to deliver the Final Six of the revamped CEV Volleyball European League, where - in each edition - as many as four spots will be at stake per gender to compete at EuroVolley 2028! The new format raises the profile of the competition and provides valuable opportunities to play high-level matches while pursuing the dream of taking to the court when Europe's flagship competition for national teams comes around again in 2028! 

The deadline to apply for the 2026 edition is set for December 8, 2025. 

Providing the stage for the stars of tomorrow to shine

CEV Age-Group Volleyball European Championships

National Federations are invited to apply for the organisation of future age-group European Championships open to the U16, U18, and U20 age groups. The final stage of these tournaments features - as of 2023 - as many as 16 participating teams, thereby providing more countries and players than ever before with a chance to perform at the highest level in their respective age group.

At this stage, applications are open to host the following age-group European Championships:

- 2027 CEV U20 Volleyball European Championship - Men
- 2027 CEV U16 Volleyball European Championship - Women 
- 2027 CEV U16 Volleyball European Championship - Men

National Federations interested in hosting one of these championships shall submit their candidature by January 31, 2026 at the very latest 

- 2028 CEV U18 Volleyball European Championship - Women 
- 2028 CEV U18 Volleyball European Championship - Men

National Federations interested in hosting one of these championships shall submit their candidature by January 31, 2027 at the very latest 

For further information, please contact: nationalteams@cev.eu

Beach Volleyball

VW Beach Pro Tour Futures in Europe - 2026

The CEV invites National Federations and their local organisers / promoters to apply for the organisation of VW Beach Pro Tour Futures - an event category that has expanded over the years in terms of reach and prestige, providing up-and-coming players and more established pairs with an opportunity to test themselves on the international stage and accrue highly valuable ranking points. We look forward to joining forces with you for another memorable season in 2026! 

CEV Beach Volley Age Group European Championships 2026

The CEV invites National Federations and their local organisers / promoters to apply for the organisation of the CEV Age-Group European Championships scheduled for 2026 in the U18, U20, and U22 categories. These events feature the stars in the making of European Beach Volleyball and conditions have been adjusted for the U22 event - with a reduction in the number of Main Draw teams to 24 and the provision of prize money for the first time in history. Make sure you help us grow the next generation of Beach Volleyball elite players and you inspire many more to follow in their footsteps! 

CEV Beach Volley Nations Cup 2026 - Preliminary Phase

National Federations and their promoters are welcome to apply to organise the preliminary phase events of the CEV Nations Cup 2026. These tournaments, scheduled for May and June of 2026, will define the seven teams per gender joining hosts Hungary in the Final. Single or double-gender events can be organised, with priority given to National Federations applying to deliver a double-gender competition.