Newport Beach Welcomes the World’s Best for Beach Volleyball’s Global Homecoming

Photo courtesy of Visit Newport Beach

Beach volleyball’s biggest stars are hitting the sand in Newport Beach next week as the FIVB Beach Pro Tour Elite 16 returns to the U.S. for the first time since 2018. From October 7–12, Olympic gold medalists, world champions, and fan favorites — including Phil Dalhausser, Taylor Crabb, Kelly Cheng, and Kristen Nuss — will compete alongside international teams from Sweden and Brazil for $550,000 in total prize money.

The event also marks the debut of the Newport Beach Volleyball Invitational on Sunday, showcasing a dynamic four-on-four format that’s redefining the game. Together, these tournaments serve as the official kickoff to USA Volleyball’s “Road to LA28,” celebrating SoCal’s role as the heart of beach volleyball.

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📅 October 7–12, 2025 | Newport Beach Pier

By CB.