Hampton Volley, a beach volleyball tournament organized by the legendary three-time Olympic Gold Medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings, will feature celebrity, professional, and local talent. The event is set to take place on Tuesday, July 22, from 9 AM to 6 PM at Kirk Beach Park in Montauk, and is free and open to the public for spectating.
Hosted by beach volleyball icon Kerri Walsh Jennings and CONTRA, this community event aims to bring 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, comprising celebrities, professional athletes, local lifeguards, standout amateurs, and community members, creating a unique competitive landscape.
Net Proceeds from the tournament will directly benefit two charities: the Hampton Lifeguard Association, which supports vital water safety initiatives in the community, and the p1440 Foundation, which empowers and inspires through the transformative sport of beach volleyball.
“I am incredibly thrilled to bring Hampton Volley to life and unite such an amazing group of individuals for this inaugural tournament,” said Kerri Walsh Jennings. “Partnering and rallying behind the Hampton Lifeguard Association and p1440 embodies everything I believe in – the power of sport, community, and giving back. This event will bring together neighbors and friends with incredible competition, joy, and a significant positive impact for these vital organizations.”
“We couldn’t be more honored to be a beneficiary of Hampton Volley,” said John Ryan Jr., president of Hampton Lifeguard Association and Chief Lifeguard of the Town of East Hampton. “This event is a fantastic way to bring together the community around the love of sport while enjoying our beaches. The funds raised will directly benefit our lifeguards and educational initiatives, making the water safer for all visitors.”
The inaugural Hampton Volley tournament will feature players including Brooke Nuneviller, Phil Dalhausser, Devon Newberry, Jaden Whitmarsh, Corinne Quiggle, Trevor Crabb, and Taylor Sander.
On Monday, July 21 (the day before the main event), Jennings will host a volleyball clinic for teens aged 11 through 18.