Get ready to witness the thrill of professional beach volleyball’s return to Atlanta, the city where it all began for Olympic beach volleyball. The highly anticipated AVP Gold Series Atlanta Open is set to take place at Atlantic Station from August 4th to 6th, promising an action-packed tournament featuring the world’s best players.
As the first Gold Series event of the 2023 season, the AVP Atlanta Open is a must-see for sports enthusiasts and beach volleyball fans alike. The three-day extravaganza will showcase top-tier talent competing in both men’s and women’s brackets, vying for the coveted championship titles.
Be a part of the excitement and secure your tickets now at www.avp.com/tickets/. General admission tickets are priced at just $25 per day, while premium seating options like Premium Club AVP and Club AVP offer an enhanced experience for those seeking the best views and amenities. With various package choices available, there’s something for everyone.
The tournament schedule is packed with matches from morning to night, starting at 10 a.m. and running until 10 p.m. ET on Friday, noon to 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, and 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET on Sunday. Catch all the thrilling moments live on ESPN+ (US) and TSN+ (Canada) for Stadium Court matches, and on the Bally Live app for matches on Courts 1 and 2. The climax of the event will be the live broadcast of the women’s and men’s finals on ESPN2, starting at Noon ET on Sunday, August 6th.
The AVP Gold Series Atlanta Open will feature an impressive lineup of athletes, including the dynamic duo of Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss, the 2021 women’s champions affectionately known as TKN. They made history last year by winning the Atlanta Open in their professional debut and have continued to shine with three AVP event victories in the 2022 season.
Another standout pair to watch out for in the women’s bracket is Kelly Cheng and Sara Hughes, who have been a dominant force since reuniting in 2022. With titles already secured in New Orleans and Huntington Beach earlier this season, they are determined to keep their winning streak going in Hotlanta.
On the men’s side, defending champion Miles Partain is ready to defend his title, this time partnering with Andy Benesh. The duo already tasted victory at the Huntington Beach Open earlier this season and are hungry for more.
The competition will be fierce, with other Pro Series champions from this season, such as Taylor Crabb and Taylor Sander, Tri Bourne and Chaim Schalk, and Theo Brunner and Trevor Crabb, all vying for the top spot.
The AVP Gold Series Atlanta Open is a significant event in the sport’s history, marking the eighth women’s pro tournament in the city and the 11th time the AVP has hosted a men’s event here. The city’s past champions include legendary names like Misty May-Treanor, Kerri Walsh Jennings, Karch Kiraly, and Jake Gibb.
With a lineup of 16-team women’s and men’s brackets, the AVP Gold Series Atlanta Open guarantees intense matches spread across three courts throughout the event. The participating teams include 12 automatic entries based on AVP ranking points and four teams that earned their spots through the AVP Tour Series Denver Open.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to witness top-notch beach volleyball talent and be a part of the excitement at the AVP Gold Series Atlanta Open. As part of the AVP’s 2023 Tour schedule, featuring 12 tournaments across the United States with over $1.6 million in prize money, this event promises to be a highlight of the season.
