Australia Announces Beach Volleyball Teams for 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau
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- Australia Announces Beach Volleyball Teams for 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau
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Volleyball Australia (VA) has officially announced the athletes who will represent Australia in beach volleyball at the upcoming Pacific mini Games, scheduled to take place in Koror, Palau, from June 29 to July 9, 2025 [[1]]. Four athletes will don the green and gold as they compete in the Games, with the beach volleyball tournament specifically running from July 2 to July 8.
Australian Beach volleyball Teams Unveiled
The selected athletes include both seasoned players and rising stars in the Australian beach volleyball scene. The men’s team will consist of Finley Bennett from South Australia and Jed Walker from Western Australia. The women’s team will feature Kayla Mears from Queensland and Jasmine Rayner, a silver medalist at the 2023 Youth Commonwealth Games, also from Queensland.
Did You Know? The Pacific Mini Games are held every four years and feature a variety of sports disciplines [[3]].
Coaching Staff and Athlete Development
National team coaches Joey Yigit and Brianna Mears will lead the Australian teams.Volleyball Australia’s National Performance Director,Craig Marshall,expressed his congratulations to the selected athletes,emphasizing the importance of the Pacific Mini Games for athlete development and fostering relationships within the Pacific region.
Marshall stated,”The Pacific Mini Games is an critically important multi-sport event for our athletes to demonstrate their skills,camaraderie,and grow relationships within the Pacific region.” He further added that the event provides a valuable chance for athletes to gain international experience and showcase the depth of talent in Australian beach volleyball.
Australian Beach Volleyball Teams – 2025 Pacific Mini Games
| Team | Athlete 1 | Athlete 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Men’s | Finley Bennett (SA) | Jed Walker (WA) |
| women’s | Kayla Mears (QLD) | Jasmine Rayner (QLD) |
Men’s Team: Bennett and Walker
Finley Bennett and Jed Walker bring a strong on-court connection to the men’s competition. They have experience competing in three FIVB international events as a pair, including winning a bronze medal at the 2025 Coolangatta Futures tournament in march.
Women’s Team: Mears and Rayner
kayla mears,with 16 FIVB Beach Pro Tour events under her belt,will partner with Jasmine Rayner.This will be their third international tournament together. Rayner is also a 2023 Youth Commonwealth Games silver medalist.
Pro Tip: beach volleyball is one of the 14 events featured in the 2025 Pacific Mini Games [[1]].
Palau Gears Up to Host the Games
Palau is nearing completion of preparations to host the 2025 Pacific Mini Games, wich will feature 12 sports disciplines [[1]]. The aquathlon will be held at the Palau Pacific Resort, and beach volleyball will be held at Ngermalk Park/Long Island Park [[3]].
The Games are a multi-sport event held every four years, showcasing athletic talent from across the Pacific region [[3]].
The Rise of Beach Volleyball
Beach volleyball has grown exponentially in popularity since its introduction as an Olympic sport in 1996. Its dynamic gameplay and accessible nature have made it a favorite among athletes and spectators alike. The Pacific Mini Games provide a crucial platform for emerging talents to gain international exposure and hone their skills.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Pacific Mini Games
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