Hampton Volley, a beach volleyball tournament organized by the legendary 3X Olympic Gold Medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings, will feature celebrity, professional, and local talent. The event is set to take place Tuesday, July 22, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Kirk Beach Park in Montauk, New York, and is free and open to the public for spectating.

Hosted by three-time Olympic gold medalist and beach volleyball icon Kerri Walsh Jennings, and CONTRA, this community event brings the excitement of West Coast volleyball to the East Coast, offering an unforgettable day of celebration and giving back. The invitational tournament will feature eight dynamic teams, blending celebrities, elite professional athletes, local lifeguards, and standout amateurs and members of the community, creating a truly dynamic team and unique competitive landscape. 

Net Proceeds from the tournament will directly benefit two impactful charities: Hampton Lifeguard Association, supporting vital water safety initiatives in the community and p1440 Foundation, empowering and inspiring through the transformative sport of beach volleyball. 

The inaugural Hampton Volley tournament will feature the following players: 

• Brooke Nuneviller – 2025 Outside Hitter of the Year; U.S. National Team Gold Medalist
• Phil Dalhausser – Olympic Gold Medalist (Beijing 2008); 4× AVP MVP
• Devon Newberry – 2023 AVP Rookie of the Year; UCLA standout
• Jaden Whitmarsh – NCAA Champion with UCLA; Team USA athlete
• Corinne Quiggle – FIVB Gold Medalist; USA National Team
• Trevor Crabb – AVP Champion; 2022 AVP Team of the Year
• Taylor Crabb – Olympian (Tokyo 2020); Multi-time AVP Best Defender
• Taylor Sander – Olympic Bronze Medalist (Indoor 2016); AVP Champion

Partners supporting this inaugural event include Franklin, Upper Deck, SLUNKS,  Firefly Recovery, Spiritual Gangster,  Hammitt Bags & Accessories, Freaks of Nature, Legends,  The Jewelry Group, RECOVER 180, ZenWTR, and Colbeck Capital. Hero Beach Club will host the VIPS with exciting activations and giveaways from these sponsors along with delicious bites and beverages.

On Monday, July 21 (the day prior to the main event), Kerri Walsh Jennings will host a volleyball clinic for teens ages 11 through 18. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to train with the Olympian will give participants a chance to level up volleyball skills while focusing on tools and techniques to become your best self and an empowered athlete. Those interested can learn more and sign up at the following: https://p1440.launchtrack.events/regis ter/way-of-the-athlete-east-hampton 

About Hampton Volley

Founded in 2025 by Kerri Walsh Jennings with the mission of bringing awareness to the sport of beach volleyball and empowering players to find their power on and off the sand, Hampton Volley brings beach volleyball to local communities through tournaments and player-centered events. 

https://michaelsimho.com/#/franklin-x-kerri-walsh-jennings/

Invite for spectators: http://Houseofcontra.com/events/HV

About CONTRA

CONTRA has officially launched as the “private events platform”, the exclusive, brand-forward alternative to Partiful. Think Raya meets events—CONTRA is invite-only and fully screened, focused on premium experiences for brands, creators, and influential individuals. Founded by operators from Goldman Sachs, Google, and Related Companies, CONTRA uses a high-aesthetic, high-status approach to event hosting

https://www.houseofcontra.com/

About Hampton Lifeguard Association (HLA)

Dedicated to waterproofing Long Island’s South Fork and beyond through education, training, and water safety programs, HLA promotes safe enjoyment of our waterways and supports lifeguard activities that protect our communities. The 501c3 organization provides assistance and participation in water safety programs and lifeguard activities that maintain the well-being of its members and the surrounding communities. For more information visit: https://hamptonlifeguardassociation.com/

About p1440 Foundation

The foundation aims to inspire individuals of all backgrounds and skill levels to become the best version of themselves on and off the court, utilizing beach volleyball as a vehicle for positive change within the community. For more information visit: https://p1440.org/