Seaside Beach prepares for largest volleyball tournament in North America
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Last updated Jul 31, 2026
OlympicsThe Seaside Beach Volleyball Tournament will take place from August 5 to 9 at Seaside Beach, Oregon, with over 3,000 teams and approximately 5,000 players expected to participate. Event organizer Sadie Mercer announced an expansion this year, adding a fifth day and new activities, including the Glow Volley event for youth. More than 245 volleyball nets will be set up to accommodate the massive event. The tournament has become an opportunity for young players to be scouted by college coaches. Last year's tournament featured Olympic Gold Medalist Phil Dalhausser, who competed in the open division.
- •Tournament runs from August 5 to 9.
- •More than 40,000 spectators are expected.
- •245 volleyball nets will be set up this year.
- •Glow Volley event will offer youth participation.
- •Last year featured Olympic Gold Medalist Phil Dalhausser.
- 2:49 AMYahoo Sports — Why thousands flock to Seaside for beach volleyball every summer
- 4:31 PMYahoo Sports — Seaside beach is about to have its moment
"The time for Seaside Beach to transform once again has arrived. For most of the year, Seaside is a place for tourists to get away. It’s the closest coastal sandy respite for Portland’s work-week weary. But once a year, Seaside becomes a bustling, bouncy playground, abuzz with those who want to see and be seen, echoing scenes of crowds at such famous spots as Venice Beach, Malibu Beach and all ...
"The time for Seaside Beach to transform once again has arrived. For most of the year, Seaside is a place for tourists to get away. It’s the closest coastal sandy respite for Portland’s work-week weary. But once a year, Seaside becomes a bustling, bouncy playground, abuzz with those who want to see and be seen, echoing scenes of crowds at such famous spots as Venice Beach, Malibu Beach and all ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 2:49 AMWhy thousands flock to Seaside for beach volleyball every summer
The time for Seaside Beach to transform once again has arrived. For most of the year, Seaside is a place for tourists to get away. It’s the closest coastal sandy respite for Portland’s work-week weary. But once a year, Seaside becomes a bustling, bouncy playground, abuzz with those who want to see and be seen, echoing scenes of crowds at such famous spots as Venice Beach, Malibu Beach and all ...
- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 4:31 PMSeaside beach is about to have its moment
The time for Seaside Beach to transform once again has arrived. For most of the year, Seaside is a place for tourists to get away. It’s the closest coastal sandy respite for Portland’s work-week weary. But once a year, Seaside becomes a bustling, bouncy playground, abuzz with those who want to see and be seen, echoing scenes of crowds at such famous spots as Venice Beach, Malibu Beach and all ...
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