News release from Texas A&M Athletics:
BIRMINGHAM – The Southeastern Conference announced it will relaunch the SEC Volleyball Championship beginning in 2025 and has signed a three-year agreement to host the event at Enmarket Arena in Savannah, Ga.
“With the restoration of the SEC Volleyball Tournament, we will now host a championship event in every conference sport, providing our programs additional competitive opportunities as they prepare for NCAA postseason competition,” said SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey. “We look forward to providing a memorable experience for SEC student-athletes, coaches and fans as we make Savannah home to the SEC Volleyball Tournament for the next three years.”
The 2025 SEC Volleyball Championship is slated to take place Nov. 21-25, 2025, at Enmarket Arena. In addition, upcoming tournaments at the venue are scheduled for Nov. 20-24, 2026, and Nov. 19-23, 2027.
“I’m a big believer that our sport is growing and will be one of the most popular women’s sports globally,” head coach Jamie Morrison said. “In order for the game to grow further, we need to have as many exciting matches that have meaning behind them as possible. I’m excited to have the SEC Championship back and have these exciting matches broadcast to the world. We can’t wait to visit Savannah next year and compete with the best.”
The SEC Volleyball Championship previously took place from 1979 to 2005. The tournament was held on campus sites from 1979-1987 and 1994-2005, while the event took place at neutral locations from 1988-1993.
Enmarket Arena, which is a part of the Oak View Group (OVG), is a multi-purpose complex in Savannah. The 9,500-seat arena opened in Feb. 2022 and includes 12 luxury suites, five lodge boxes and one party suite. Enmarket Arena is home to the Savannah Ghost Pirates of the East Coast Hockey League.
“We at OVG are thrilled to host the SEC Volleyball Championship at Enmarket Arena and we thank the SEC for choosing us as the site of the championship these next few years,” Monty Jones Jr., General Manager of Enmarket Arena, said. “Hosting such a prestigious conference like the SEC, along with this exciting tournament, will not only be a showcase of elite athleticism, but also be a milestone for the city. Our partnership with Visit Savannah and the Savannah Sports Council underscores our commitment to bringing high-caliber sports to Savannah and will help elevate Savannah’s status as a premier destination for major sports and entertainment.”
The Savannah Convention Center will serve as the official practice facility for the SEC Volleyball Championship.
“The Savannah Convention Center is proud to be the official practice facility for the 2025, 2026, and 2027 SEC Volleyball Tournaments,” said Kelvin Moore Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Savannah Convention Center. “We’re excited to showcase our newly expanded venue, now better equipped to host even more premier sporting events. With the support of Savannah’s close-knit hospitality community and our valued partnerships with Visit Savannah, the Sports Council, Enmarket Arena, and the local hotel industry, we are committed to delivering an exceptional experience for every visitor. Savannah is truly a special place, and we look forward to welcoming athletes, coaches, and fans to our vibrant city.”
“Welcoming the SEC women’s volleyball championships for the next three years marks one of Savannah’s most significant sports milestones since the arrival of the Bananas and Ghost Pirates,” said Joseph Marinelli, president and CEO of Visit Savannah and Savannah Sports Council. “Hosting these exceptional athletes and this prestigious event is a tremendous honor for our city. It will draw visitors nationwide and provide fun, inspirational family entertainment for our community and Low Country.”
Details on ticket information for the 2025 SEC Volleyball Championship are being finalized and will be shared with the general public at a later date.