Iceland crowned SCA champions, qualify for 2027 #EuroVolleyU20M
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Iceland secured an unbeaten run at the 1st Round zonal qualifier for next year’s #EuroVolleyU20M run by the Small Countries Association (SCA), defeating Ireland 3-1 in the gold medal match at Inverclyde National Sports Centre in Largs, Scotland.
Ireland took silver following a strong tournament and will continue their campaign in the second round of qualifiers scheduled for the spring of 2027, while Scotland claimed bronze on home soil with a 3-1 victory over Northern Ireland. The event was a fantastic showcase for international Volleyball, with all four nations delivering high-octane, exciting action throughout the competition in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Blair Pettigrew, President of the Small Countries Association, said:
“It was fantastic to welcome four nations to Scotland for a weekend of exciting international Volleyball. The standard was excellent, and it was pleasing to see the athletes competing with intensity while keeping the friendly spirit that makes our sport so special. Congratulations to Iceland and to all the nations who made it a memorable weekend in Scotland.”
Iceland’s victory secures their place at the 2027 U20 European Championships, thus marking an important achievement for their programme and providing a fitting conclusion to a memorable weekend of Volleyball in Scotland. Iceland will contest the #EuroVolleyU20M Final Round due to take place in Osijek, Croatia and Podgorica, Montenegro from July 17 to 25, 2027.
Final standings of the SCA zonal qualifier
1. Iceland
2. Ireland
3. Scotland
4. Northern Ireland