The Western European Volleyball Zonal Association (WEVZA) Cup 2023 is all set to make its mark in Novara, Italy. This tournament promises not only the trophy for the triumphant volleyball federation of Western Europe but also a coveted spot in the forthcoming CEV Challenge Cup 2024. The official announcement arrived recently, and the city’s vibrant volleyball team, Igor Gorgonzola Novara, is primed to both participate in the competition and host it at the Pala Igor Gorgonzola.
In the WEVZA Cup, Novara will have the responsibility to defend Italy’s title won last season by Chieri. They are not alone. Teams from across Western Europe, including Germany’s Rote Raben Vilsbiburg, France’s TFOC Volley-Ball, and the Volleyball Academy from Switzerland, are prepared to bring their best game to the Italian soil.
The tournament is likely to be held between the 22nd and 24th of September, with the specific dates yet to be announced. The format will be a grueling round-robin, extending over three days, with teams vying for points under ranking criteria that mirror those of international competitions, including the Champions League.
Success in the WEVZA Cup 2023 means not just pride and glory but also a chance for Italy to qualify another team for the CEV Challenge Cup 2024. The stakes are high, and the heat of competition is expected to reach fever pitch. Should Igor Gorgonzola Novara emerge victorious and qualify for the Challenge Cup, they will face the formidable TrasportiPesanti Casalmaggiore in an exciting Italian derby.
