Top Beach Volleyball Teams Head To Gulf Shores For NCAA Championship

OBA Staff • April 27, 2026

Ticket information is available online ahead of championship weekend

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Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Gulf Shores is preparing to host a major collegiate sporting event as top teams from across the country arrive for the national championship. The competition will feature 16 of the nation’s leading beach volleyball teams, with matches held on the city’s public beaches. Officials expect the event to draw athletes, fans, and visitors to the area.

The 2026 NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship is scheduled for May 1 through May 3. The event will crown the NCAA Beach Volleyball National Champion. Gulf Shores has been a regular host site for the championship in past years. Click here to view the brackets.

The championship bracket was announced yesterday, Sunday, April 26 (see below). This preview gives teams and fans a look at the matchups ahead of the tournament.

Organizers say the event offers an opportunity to watch high-level collegiate competition on the beach. The tournament format brings together top-ranked programs from across the country. Teams will compete in a series of matches culminating in the championship round. The winning team will claim the national title trophy.

Visitors can find additional event details and purchase options on the NCAA ticket website.

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