The Challenge:

Can your team come out on top in a series of seventeen minute timed matches, it’s intense, competitive and enjoyable. The double court, indoor tournament, will cater for all playing standards, from Local to lower NL standard. The event is limited to 12 teams and each team will play approximately seven timed matches, the event is often oversubscribed, so please book early.

This years event is run by the Torexe Volleyball Club, the competition is open to affiliated clubs of Volleyball England, a complete cross section of teams take part each year. Entry details for the 2026 events will be in the SWVA Feburary Newsletter.

Exeter Men’s Challenge 19th April 2026:   2026 rules / Mens Schedule

Exeter Ladies Challenge 26th April 2026: 2026 rules /  Womens schedule /  The Nigel Weaver Trophy

Venue Details 2026 / Teams Entered

1st: Royal Wooton Bassett	2nd: Weymouth	3rd: Torexe

1st: Exeter Storm	2nd: SWVA U17	3rd: Weymouth

The competition format takes the form of either a tournament league or two round robin pools (depending on number of entries), then various Knock Out matches, each team will play seven timed matches. This tournament is limited to 12 teams and places will be allocated on a first come bases.

Look Out for more information, on the Exeter Challenge events, to be posted later on this web page. The Exeter Riverside L.C. has all the usual facilities, including a swimming pool and parking.

The center is located close to the Exeter Quay area and with easy access to the city center shops. The venue is 20 minutes from the Exeter M5 Junction 31.