Walk into any volleyball court in Nigeria fifteen minutes before a big match and you'll notice something. Some players are stretching. Some are locked into their earphones. And a few you'll know them once you spot the pattern, they are doing something that has absolutely nothing to do with technique. Bouncing the ball exactly three times before every serve. Refusing to step on the sideline paint. Tying the left shoe before the right, always, no exceptions. Call it superstitio

Does Nigerian volleyball need more competitions or a better league structure? We look at the national league, grassroots tournaments and what clubs need.

In volleyball, everyone loves a powerful spike or a perfectly placed serve. But before a team can attack, it has to receive. Serve receive is one of the most important parts of volleyball because it is often the first opportunity a team has to control the rally. A strong serve can immediately put a team under pressure, while a good reception can turn that pressure into an attacking opportunity. What is serve receive? Serve receive is the moment a team handles the opponent

Volleyvarse player spotlight Aisha Bello: Discover her journey and achievements now How did the opportunity to play abroad come about? The opportunity came directly through one of my coaches. They recognized my potential believed in my abilities and helped connect me with international teams. Their guidance and network were key to opening this door for me What was going through your mind when you found out you'd be playing abroad? It was a complete mix of excitement, gratitud

Enugu is ramping up its preparations for the 2026 National Sports Festival as November approaches, with attention on venues, athlete welfare, security and logistics.

Nigeria’s African Championship Campaign Isn’t Over. This is what Nigeria’s 9-16 classification means at the 2026 African Volleyball Championship in Kenya

If we want volleyball to grow in Nigeria, we need more competitions. It sounds simple, but competitions do much more than give teams something to play for. They create an environment where players, coaches, organisers, and even spectators are pushed to take the sport more seriously. For players, competition brings out a different side of us. Training is important, but there is something about stepping onto the court knowing that there is actually something at stake. Yo

It’s more than putting the ball in the air. Watch a volleyball game and you’ll probably notice the setter constantly moving. But a good setter is doing much more than simply getting the second touch. They’re thinking ahead. 1. Decision-making The setter has only a moment to decide what to do with the ball. Should they set the outside? Go to the middle? Use the opposite? A good setter doesn't blindly follow one option. They look at the receive, the blockers and their attackers

One runs the offence. The other keeps the ball alive. One is constantly making decisions. The other is constantly cleaning up chaos. So, who actually has the harder job here, the setter or the libero? If you've played long enough, you probably already have an opinion. And if you've played both positions? You might have a completely different opinion depending on the day. Let's settle this once and for all. The Setter: The Brain Behind the Attack People love calling the setter

Discover the unwritten rules, characters, energy, and community that make Nigerian volleyball courts feel like home. There are volleyball courts you go to just to play. And then there are volleyball courts you go to because you know somebody will be there. You know the player who's always the first to arrive. The coach who catches a bad receive from across the court . The regular who somehow knows everybody's name. The beginner hovering at the edge of the court, waiting for t

The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has officially released the schedule and guidelines for the final phase of the 2026 Comptroller-General of Customs National Premier League for both male and female categories.

You just started volleyball. You’ve learned how to hold the ball, you’ve watched a few matches, and now you’re already imagining yourself flying above the net for that perfect spike. We get it. The spike is exciting. But the problem is that many beginners want to learn how to attack before they have learned how to control the ball. And in volleyball, you can’t build a good attack without a good foundation. The Spike Isn’t Where Volleyball Starts Attacking might be one of the

Volleyball remains one of the most widely played team sports worldwide, but the surface underfoot changes almost every aspect of the experience.

Nigeria's Beach Volleyball Commission is calling on coaches to identify young talents as the sport positions itself as the country's future volleyball pathway ahead of the 2027 Africa Beach Volleyball Championship in Lagos.

Mistakes can make a significant difference. Here are seven key errors every new volleyball player should be aware Smallof—and how to improve them. So, you have decided to try volleyball. Maybe you watched a match and thought, “This looks fun.” Maybe a friend invited you to training. Or perhaps you have been watching volleyball videos and have now decided this is something you want to pursue. Whatever brought you to the court, welcome. 1. Trying to hit every ball hard. One of

The match may last a few hours, but the story behind it starts long before the first serve. When you watch a volleyball match, what do you see? Six players on each side, a referee, a net, a ball flying everywhere and probably someone on the bench screaming, “MINE!” But there is much more happening than what we see during the game. Before that first serve, players have trained, coaches have planned, organisers have worked, and supporters have made their way to the court.

Nigeria names its 12-player squad for the 2026 CAVB African Women’s Senior Volleyball Championship in Kenya, led by captain Ijeoma Ukpabi.

Setters and middle blockers have one of volleyball’s funniest relationships. Explore the court drama, and gbege between this unlikely duo.

Lagos volleyball is no longer just “beach boys and random nets.” Between club culture, renovated public facilities, and serious tournament traffic, you can find proper sessions if you know where to look. Here are the top 5 best volleyball courts in Lagos

Nigeria’s Joy Lawrence and Ifechukwu win the 2026 African U18 Beach Volleyball Cup as the NVBF targets a stronger pathway from youth success to senior glory.