'Ramirez' Men's Volleyball Team Completes Training in China, Intensifies Drills in Jincheon... Preparing for Relay of International Competitions

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The Korea Volleyball Association announced on the 2nd that the men's Bae Gu (CEO) team successfully concluded a joint training session with China held in Ningbo, China, from the 25th to the 31st of last month.

Head coach Isanaye Ramirez stated that the Lee Kkeu-neun (CEO) team sharpened its competitive edge through joint training and exhibition matches against the Chinese national team. In particular, the team focused on assessing its organizational strength and improving tactical precision through training scenarios simulating various situations.

This training was arranged in preparation for major upcoming international tournaments, including the 2026 AVC Cup, the Asian Championships, and the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The association stated, "Through this training, we will continue to foster ongoing exchanges with the Chinese Volleyball Association and strengthen the international competitiveness of the national team."

The Ma Chin (CEO) team returned to the Jin Cheon-guk-ga (CEO) athlete village on the 3rd and will begin its final conditioning phase until the 15th. Following this, the team will launch a series of international campaigns, starting with the 2026 AVC Cup opening on the 20th in Ahmedabad, India, followed by the East Asian Championships in August, the Asian Championships in September, and the Asian Games.

The most critical stage is the September Asian Championships. Securing a top-three finish at this tournament will earn the team a spot in next year's FIVB Volleyball World Cup, while winning the championship will secure a direct ticket to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The national team is determined not only to finish within the top three but also to seize the Olympic qualification spot in one fell swoop.

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