22 - 25 May 2025
Tournament OVERVIEW
Participation in the #NOBLOCK Beach Volley Festival is open to teams of athletes of all skill levels.
Teams compete in the following categories: 2 vs. 2 Men, 2 vs. 2 Women and 2 vs. 2 Mixed.
Athletes may only play for one team within the same game category.
Tournament FORMAT
The tournament is structured in multiple phases:
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1. Qualifying Phase
• Each team competes in a round-robin pool format to qualify.
• Matches are played in a single set to 21 points, with no cap.
• Teams are ranked within their pools based on performance.
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2. Division into Levels
• After the qualifying phase, teams are divided into two levels:
• GOLD Level: For higher-ranked teams.
• SILVER Level: For lower-ranked teams.
• Teams in each level play another round-robin pool to refine rankings.
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3. Elimination Phase
• Top teams from the GOLD and SILVER levels advance to a single-elimination bracket.
• The number of teams advancing depends on the total number of participants.
• Matches in this phase determine the winners in each category.
• The finals are played in 2 winning sets to 21 points, with no cap, and a deciding set to 15 points, if needed.
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4. Match Schedule
The matches are spread over three days, providing ample competition and social activities:
• Friday: Men’s and Women’s categories (qualifiers and round robin).
• Saturday: Mixed category (qualifiers and round robin) and single elimination for Men and Women.
• Sunday: Semi-Finals, Finals and award ceremonies.
For more details on the schedule, refer to the #NOBLOCK Program, which will be issues at least 30 day before the start of the event.
BYLAWS
The tournament adheres to official FIVB beach volleyball rules, with the following adaptations:
• Self-Refereed Games: Except for the finals, all matches are self-refereed.
• In case of a dispute, the point shall be replayed.
• Equipment and Setup: The courts and equipment will meet official standards.
• Sportsmanship: All participants are expected to uphold the values of fair play and mutual respect.
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Additional rules:
• Teams must adhere to the schedule to ensure smooth tournament progression.
• If a team fails to show up within 15 minutes after the official start time of the game, the match will be automatically awarded to the opposing team that is present
• Substitutions within a team are not allowed after the start of the tournament.
OTHER INFORMATION
• Legal Age: Participants must be at least 18 years old to register. Athletes under 18 must provide written parental or guardian authorization.
• Medical Certificate: All participants must present a valid medical certificate confirming their fitness to engage in sports activities. This certificate must be submitted during the check-in process.
• Liability Waiver::by registering, participants acknowledge and accept that Beach Volley Europe VZW and Fantini Club are not liable for:
• Personal injuries or accidents during the tournament.
• Loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings.
• Delays, cancellations, or disruptions caused by unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions or force majeure events.
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Registration and Deadlines
• Registrations will close 15 days prior to the event. Late registrations will not be accepted under any circumstances.
• Teams must ensure all required documents (e.g., medical certificate, parental authorization if applicable) are submitted before the deadline.
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Refund Policy
• Cancellations made more than 30 days before the event will receive a 50% refund of the registration fee.
• No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 30 days of the event or for teams that fail to show up.
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