Huntington Beach, CA – The sands of Southern California are set to host a spectacular display of international beach volleyball talent next week, as the AVP announced today the addition of three world-class wildcard teams to the 2026 Huntington Beach Open.
The Huntington Beach event is structured as a dual-gender, 16-team main draw, double-elimination tournament, with sets played to 21 points, best two of three, ensuring thrilling, hard-fought contests throughout the three-day spectacle, as detailed by AVP Beach Volleyball .
This formidable pair, bronze medalists at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and fourth-place finishers in Paris 2024, famously defeated AVP League athletes Miles Partain and Andy Benesh in the Paris 2024 quarterfinals.
Furthermore, it allows American fans, who may not regularly follow the Beach Pro Tour, to witness these top international players compete live, fostering a deeper appreciation for the sport's global landscape and potentially inspiring a new generation of players.
Awaiting Thrilling Matchups and Potential Sell-Out Crowds The enthusiasm around the Huntington Beach Open is palpable.
Three elite international beach volleyball teams, including Olympic medalists and current top-ranked duos, have been granted wildcards for the highly anticipated 2026 AVP Huntington Beach Open.