Mauao Challenger Events
The Mauao Challenger Beach Volleyball Tournament is a highlight on the VBOP beach volleyball calendar, bringing together top athletes and passionate fans for a weekend of exciting competition. Hosted by Volleyball Bay of Plenty, this annual event showcases high-level play against the stunning backdrop of Mount Mauao and the golden sands of the Bay of Plenty. Whether you’re competing on the court or cheering from the shoreline, the Mauao Challenger captures the perfect blend of sporting excellence, summer vibes, and community spirit.
The sand’s heating up — will you be on it?
2025 Event Details
When
We have 2 Mauao Challenger events coming up in 2025!
Mauao Challenger 1 - 22nd of November 2025
Mauao Challenger 2 - 13th of December 2025
More information will be posted here regarding entries and event details so keep an eye out!
EVent information
Mauao One
Saturday the 22nd of November 2025
Cost: $80 per team.
Location: Mount Maunganui Main Beach by the Commons Ave toilet block.
Estimated Event Time: 9 am - 5 pm.
Divisions:
Open Men
Open Women
Prize money will only be awarded to the place getters in the open grades and only if a minimum of 16 teams enter. You will be advised of this once entries close.
Registrations close on Friday, the 14th of November.
Payment must be made by the 14th of November 2025. If we do not receive payment by this date, you will not be put in the draw.
Cancellations and refunds:
A decision will be made the day before the event by 5 pm with regard to weather cancellations, so please keep an eye on your email if the weather is looking questionable. We will go ahead in light rain, but anything worse may result in a cancellation. If the tournament is cancelled, you will be offered a refund.
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