WOBURN, MA – JUNE 16, 2026 – 3STEP Sports, the nation’s largest and most connected youth sports organization, today announced the launch of Final Set, a first-of-its-kind national event brand dedicated exclusively to boys’ volleyball. Developed in collaboration with Junior Volleyball Association (JVA), Final Set will feature a connected calendar of national events, regional tournaments, and The Point Series circuit, creating new opportunities for boys’ volleyball athletes, clubs, and families nationwide.

Final Set represents a defining moment for boys’ volleyball, bringing together a comprehensive competitive pathway under one national brand for the first time. As the home of boys’ volleyball within 3STEP Sports, Final Set builds on one of the nation’s largest and most connected volleyball ecosystems, uniquely positioned to connect athletes, clubs, coaches, and events at a national scale.

Through its collaboration with JVA, the national organization committed to advancing junior volleyball through education, resources, events, and advocacy, Final Set will further expand visibility, access, and opportunity across the boys’ game. Built around three core pillars, Final Set features premier national events that bring together elite talent from across the country; local and regional events that provide accessible, high-quality competition closer to home; and The Point Series circuit, a season-long, points-based competition that rewards consistency throughout the calendar year.

“Boys volleyball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, and it deserves a platform that matches its momentum and potential,” said Chad Gruen, CEO of 3STEP Sports. “Final Set is the first event brand of its kind — designed to elevate and empower the boys’ game, create meaningful competitive opportunities, and bring greater connectivity to athletes, clubs, and families nationwide. We are proud to build it alongside JVA.”

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to growing boys’ volleyball and creating meaningful opportunities for athletes at every stage of development. As the leading national association, solely serving junior volleyball clubs, JVA will support The Final Set through its club network, educational resources, events, and ongoing mission to ‘Better the Ball’ across the sport.

“At JVA, our mission is to ‘Better the Ball’ by serving clubs, athletes, and families,” said Lisa Wielebnicki, Executive Director of JVA. “The growth of boys’ volleyball presents an incredible opportunity for our sport, but it also requires leadership that remains focused on what is best for clubs. Bringing clubs together, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring their voices help shape the future of the game will always be at the core of what we do. We’re proud to collaborate with 3STEP Sports on Final Set and support an initiative that expands opportunities for athletes, strengthens the boys’ volleyball community, and helps drive the sport forward nationally.”

For additional information on the Final Set event schedule, registration, and The Point Series circuit visit www.finalsetevents.com or email info@finalsetevents.com.

About 3STEP Sports

3STEP Sports is the nation’s largest and most connected youth sports club and event organization, serving more than 2 million athlete participants across seven sports in more than 40 states. By connecting the athlete journey through competitive clubs, elite events, and its proprietary PlayerFirst™ platform, 3STEP is building a more connected and modern foundation for youth sports. To learn more, visit threestep.com.

About the Junior Volleyball Association (JVA)

Junior Volleyball Association (JVA) is focused exclusively on junior volleyball and the needs of the club community. Since 2006, JVA has worked to improve the junior volleyball experience by supporting a growing network of nearly 1,800 Club Director members while continuing its mission to ‘Better the Ball’ at every level. Built by Club Directors for Club Directors, JVA provides resources, events, education, and advocacy to help the sport grow in the right direction. Known for a more innovative and forward-thinking approach than traditional governing bodies, JVA continues to push the game forward by introducing new ideas, elevating the event experience, and creating opportunities that reflect where the sport is going, not where it’s been. Learn more at www.jvavolleyball.org or follow @jvavolleyball on all social media platforms.