The Old Dominion Region proudly congratulates all of the athletes, coaches, and clubs who represented our region on the national stage during the 2026 championship season.
From the USA Volleyball Open National Championship to both the Girls Junior National Championships and the inaugural Girls Junior Club Championships, ODR teams showcased the talent, dedication, and competitive spirit that make our region one of the strongest in the country. Competing at a national championship is an achievement in itself, and we are incredibly proud of every team that earned the opportunity to represent the Old Dominion Region.
Adult Teams Shine at Open Nationals
ODR was well represented at the 2026 USA Volleyball Open National Championship in Orlando, Florida, with teams competing across multiple age groups and divisions.
Leading the way were the Seasoned 40s, who captured an impressive 4th-place finish in the Women’s 40 & Over Division. Other standout performances included Hit Face, which finished 9th in Women’s BB, Eggplant, which earned 9th in Men’s BB, and River City Flow VLA, which placed 15th in the highly competitive Men’s Open Division.
Congratulations to all of our Open National Championship teams:
Seasoned 40s – 4th, Women’s 40 & Over
Seasoned Hot Peppers 50’s – Women’s 50 & Over
East Coast Wave – Women’s A
Big Dogs – Women’s B
Hit Face – 9th, Women’s BB
686 Remix – Women’s BB
Lightly Seasoned – Men’s 50 & Over
When Pigs Fly – Men’s B
Lazy River – Men’s B
Eggplant – 9th, Men’s BB
River City Flow VLA – 15th, Men’s Open
Outstanding Performances at the Inaugural Girls Junior Club Championships
This summer also marked the first-ever USA Volleyball Girls Junior Club Championships, giving Club Division teams their own national championship experience.
ODR teams made an immediate impact, highlighted by NRV Juniors (Performance) 17 Club, who advanced all the way to the championship match, finishing as National Runner-Up in the 17 Club Division.
Other top finishes included:
COAST VA 14 Club – 5th Place
COAST VA 15 Club – 5th Place
RVJ 17 Nationals – 7th Place
RVJ 15 Nationals – 13th Place
COAST VA 13 Club – 15th Place
NRV Juniors (Performance) 16 Club – 20th Place
What an incredible showing in the inaugural event!
ODR Competes at Girls Junior National Championships
ODR clubs also represented the region at the 2026 USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championships, competing against many of the nation’s top teams in Minneapolis and Indianapolis.
Congratulations to the following teams:
13s
ECVC 13 Black – American Division
14s
540 VB 14 Elite – National Division
ECVC 14 Black – American Division
15s
ECVC 15 Black – National Division
540 VB 15 Elite – American Division
16s
ECVC 16 Black – National Division
540 VB 16 Elite – American Division
540 VB 16 National – Freedom Division
17s
540 VB 17 Elite – National Division
ECVC 17 Black – American Division
SERV 17 Select – Freedom Division
Every team that earns a bid to GJNC has already proven itself among the best in its region. Representing ODR on the national stage is a tremendous accomplishment, and we applaud each of these teams for their hard work throughout the season.
Thank You for Representing ODR
Whether competing in Orlando, Columbus, Minneapolis, or Indianapolis, our teams represented the Old Dominion Region with determination, sportsmanship, and pride.
Congratulations to every athlete, coach, club director, official, and family member who contributed to this memorable championship season. Thank you for representing ODR so well—we can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish next season!
Photos from our championship teams are featured throughout this article.
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