Pakistan Navy secured gold and silver medals in the men’s category and bronze in the women’s category at the maiden National Beach Volleyball Championship 2026.

The closing ceremony took place at Manora Beach in Karachi on November 1. Commandant Pakistan Naval Academy Rear Admiral Muhammad Umair attended as the chief guest.

Pakistan Navy organised the championship in collaboration with the Pakistan Volleyball Federation (PVF). The tournament ran from October 28 to November 1, featuring competitions for both men and women.

Medal Winners Announced

Pakistan Navy claimed gold and silver medals in the men’s category, while WAPDA secured bronze.

In the women’s category, Pakistan Army won gold, the Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) team took silver, and Pakistan Navy earned bronze.

The organisers also presented individual awards to the tournament’s best players. Pakistan Navy’s Mubashir Raza MCPO received the men’s award, while Pakistan Army’s Qurat ul Ain won the women’s award.

27 Teams Compete in 55 Matches

The championship featured 27 teams, including 14 men’s and 13 women’s teams. They represented the Armed Forces, law enforcement agencies, public sector organisations and various regions of Pakistan.

Players competed in 55 matches during the five-day event, which provided a national-level platform for male and female athletes.

Navy Highlights Sports and Coastal Tourism

Addressing the ceremony, Rear Admiral Muhammad Umair highlighted the role of sports in promoting young talent and encouraging greater participation by women.

He also emphasised the championship’s potential to support coastal tourism and strengthen Pakistan’s position in volleyball.

Senior civil and military officials, Pakistan Volleyball Federation representatives, participating teams and members of the media attended the closing ceremony.