PRESS RELEASE – The 2025 Guam Volleyball Federation (GVBF) Boys High School Preseason Volleyball Tournament is set to take place from March 14-16, 2025, at Father Duenas Memorial School. Organized by tournament directors Richard Borja, Joseph Aquino Jr., and Ray Mesngon, the event promises an exciting preview of the upcoming high school volleyball season.
The tournament serves as a valuable opportunity for teams to fine-tune their lineups and test players in different roles. Coaches will be able to experiment with rotations and evaluate team chemistry in a low-risk, high-reward environment. For players, the tournament offers a stage to showcase their talent ahead of the season while competing in a fun yet competitive atmosphere.
Beyond team preparations, the GVBF tournament aligns with the federation’s strategic focus on player development. With national team coaches in attendance, the event will serve as a scouting ground for potential junior and senior national team prospects as Guam looks ahead to upcoming regional competitions.
Additionally, the tournament is part of the GVBF’s initiative to cultivate a highly qualified and certified officiating pool. Since launching an Oceania Referee Certification course last July, the GVBF has been developing officials through local tournaments and IIAAG league matches. This event will serve as a platform to evaluate, certify, and recertify referees, further strengthening the quality of officiating on the island.
The tournament now features 11 teams, with reigning league champions Father Duenas Memorial School and George Washington High School leading their respective pools. The full lineup includes:
Pool A: Father Duenas Memorial School Friars, Southern High School Dolphins, Simon Sanchez High School Sharks, Notre Dame High School Royals, John F. Kennedy High School Islanders
Pool B: George Washington High School Geckos, Okkodo High School Bulldogs, Tiyan High School Titans, Harvest Christian Academy Eagles, St. John’s School Knights, Guam High School Panthers
Matches will be played at both The Phoenix Center and The Jungle, culminating in a single-elimination playoff following the final round of pool play.
Friday Night Matchups – Opening Night Showdowns
- Father Duenas Friars vs. Notre Dame Royals (5:30 PM, The Phoenix Center): Two well-coached teams kick off the tournament in Pool A. The Friars, known for their disciplined play, face a Royals squad looking to make a statement early.
- George Washington Geckos vs. Okkodo Bulldogs (5:30 PM, The Jungle): The defending Pool B champions, the Geckos, open their title defense against a determined Bulldogs team eager to prove they belong at the top.
- Harvest Christian Academy Eagles vs. St. John’s School Knights (6:15 PM, The Phoenix Center): The Eagles take on the Knights in an exciting Pool B matchup featuring athleticism and strong defensive play.
- Tiyan Titans vs. Guam High Panthers (6:15 PM, The Jungle): A battle between two teams with high aspirations this season. The Titans’ aggressive style meets the Panthers’ steady all-around game.
- Notre Dame Royals vs. John F. Kennedy Islanders (7:00 PM, The Phoenix Center): Both teams will aim for an early Pool A victory, with the Royals’ experienced squad taking on the Islanders’ up-and-coming talent.
- Simon Sanchez Sharks vs. Father Duenas Friars (7:00 PM, The Jungle): A matchup with strong defensive plays and intense rallies as the Sharks look to challenge the defending Pool A leaders.
- Southern High Dolphins vs. Simon Sanchez Sharks (7:45 PM, The Phoenix Center): A rivalry game with the Dolphins and Sharks battling for early positioning in Pool A.
- Guam High Panthers vs. George Washington Geckos (7:45 PM, The Jungle): The Panthers take on the Geckos in a matchup that could shake up Pool B standings early on.
The GVBF extends its gratitude to Father Duenas Memorial School for hosting the event and acknowledges the generous support of sponsors Raymond James, M Global, and Y Impact Guam.
Admission Information:
- $3 Adults
- $2 Students & Senior Citizens
- Free for Ages 10 & Under
For more updates, follow GVBF’s official channels and stay tuned for results from this exciting preseason competition. Press release written by Al Garrido, GVBF Public Information Officer
