Arkansas’ Recap: 2025 Ozark Champions Cup

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025 Ozark Champions Cup, held on May 17th and 18th in Fayetteville, Arkansas, brought together the best volleyball teams from across the State of Arkansas for an elite, invitation-only pre-national showcase. Many clubs made a strong impression, with standout performances from teams like Ozark Juniors and [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'], who dominated their pools and delivered commanding victories. The tournament served as a crucial test ahead of national championships, highlighting Arkansas's rising talent and competitiveness on the court. Let's take a look at the Champions, the runner-ups, and the standouts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">12's Division</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 12's division at the 2025 Ozark Champions Cup was full of exciting matches and young talent. Ozark 12 National MJ came out on top, going undefeated, only losing two sets the whole weekend, and taking 1st place. [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 12.2 Reg Plus finished strong in 2nd with three wins. [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 11.1 National took 3rd, and Ozark Juniors 12 Blue placed 4th. These teams showed great effort and promise for the future of Arkansas volleyball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">13's Division</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 13's division was full of energy and strong competition. Ozark 12 National KS played up an age group and still came out on top, going 5–0 and not dropping a set. [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 13.1 National followed close behind, finishing 4–1 and earning 2nd place. [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 12.1 National took 3rd with a solid showing, while Ozark Juniors 13 National and 13 Elite finished 4th and 5th. AR SELECT, Club Velocity U12-1, and Ark Volley 13U National rounded out the standings in a tough field that highlighted the talent and potential of Arkansas's young volleyball players. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">14's Division</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 14's division was stacked with talent, especially from the Ozark Juniors program. Ozark Juniors 14 Mizuno took home 1st place with a perfect 5–0 record and strong finishes in every match. Ozark Juniors 14 Elite followed closely behind in 2nd, dropping only one match. NWAJS 14-2 impressed as well, going 5–1 to earn 3rd place. Ozark Juniors 14 National claimed 4th, giving Ozark three teams in the top four. OK Charge 13 UA, Ark Volley 14U National, AR SELECT - 14 ELITE, [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 14.2, VIRAGO 14-1, and others made the division highly competitive, showing just how deep the talent pool is in Arkansas and nearby states. The 14's division is shaping up to be a deep class for Arkansas, and one to watch for years to come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">15's Division</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 15's division had close matchups and standout team efforts. Ozark Juniors 15 Elite claimed 1st place with a 4–1 record and a strong overall showing. Right behind them, [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 15.2 National took 2nd after battling through tight sets. Ozark Juniors 15 National also went 4–1 and finished 3rd with the highest point ratio of the division, showing just how competitive the bracket was. [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 14.1 National and VIRAGO 15-1 rounded out the top five. AR SELECT, CAV, and other teams also showed fight and potential in a deep and balanced field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">16's Division</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 16's division at the 2025 Ozark Champions Cup featured strong performances and tight competition. Ozark Juniors 15 Mizuno played up and dominated, going undefeated without dropping a set to take 1st place. [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 15.1 National also impressed with a 4–1 record, earning 2nd. Ozark Juniors 16 Elite secured 3rd with solid play, followed closely by AR SELECT - 16 ELITE in 4th. Rounding out the division were strong efforts from Ark Volley 16U National, [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 16.2, NWAJS 16-2, and AR SELECT - 16 NTL NAVY. The division highlighted the depth and glimpses of what is to come for Arkansas volleyball programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">17's Division</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 17's division at the 2025 Ozark Champions Cup saw powerhouse performances across the board. Ozark Juniors 17 Mizuno dominated the field with a perfect 5–0 record and dropped just one set all weekend to take home 1st place. [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 16.1 National came in 2nd, holding their own against older teams. Ozark Juniors 16 Mizuno impressed in 3rd with strong set wins, while [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'] 17.1 and 17.2 National teams rounded out the top five with identical 3–2 records. Ozark Juniors 17 Elite, UPVBC 16 Elite, and EVA 17 National also showed fight in a well-matched division full of depth and competition. This upcoming senior class will be one to watch. Many questions are arising. Who will win a State Championship? Who will be led by their seniors? Who will be committing to the next level soon? All of these questions will be answered soon, and it is hard to wait.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2025 Ozark Champions Cup showcased the strength, depth, and rising talent across Arkansas and surrounding regions. From dominant undefeated runs to tightly contested matchups, each age division brought excitement and competitive energy to the court. With programs like Ozark Juniors, [program_tooltip program_id='581540' first='501' last='Volley'], EVA, AR SELECT, and others leading the charge, the future of club volleyball in the area looks incredibly bright. Congratulations to all teams on a weekend filled with hard work, teamwork, and unforgettable moments!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->