Get ready for the thrilling start of the 2024 NCAA Division I women’s volleyball season! The Avca First Serve Showcase is set to ignite the courts on August 27th in Louisville, Kentucky, featuring four of the nation’s elite collegiate teams. This electrifying doubleheader will take place at the KFC Yum! Center, the very arena that will host the NCAA DI Women’s Volleyball National Championship in December. Mark your calendars for the opening night of DI women’s volleyball in 2024 – it’s an event you won’t want to miss! For a deeper dive, check out the full 2024 Press Release.
Event Details
The AVCA First Serve Showcase promises an action-packed evening on August 27, 2024, with the following matchups:
- Nebraska vs. Kentucky – 7:00 PM ET
- Wisconsin vs. Louisville – Following the conclusion of the 7:00 PM match
Venue: KFC Yum! Center
Address: 1 Arena Plaza, Louisville, KY 40202
Secure Your Tickets
Don’t miss your chance to witness these top volleyball programs in action! Tickets for the AVCA First Serve Showcase are available through Ticketmaster and the KFC Yum! Center box office.
Ticket Sale Dates:
- Presale: June 10-13
- General Sale: June 14 @ 10:00 AM ET
Your ticket grants you access to both matches of the AVCA First Serve Showcase. Tickets can be purchased online at ticketmaster.com or at the KFC Yum! Center box office during the following hours:
Box Office Hours:
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Group Ticket Fundraising Opportunity
Is your organization looking for a unique fundraising opportunity? The AVCA First Serve Showcase offers a group ticket bundle program!
Organizations can request group codes to share with their members for ticket purchases. For every 20 tickets purchased using your group code, your organization will receive a 15% donation from the AVCA after the event.
To ensure your group sits together, designate one person to purchase all tickets (up to 50 per transaction). Alternatively, individual members can purchase tickets using the group code and still contribute to your organization’s fundraising efforts.
Request your group code today by filling out this request form and start earning for your organization!
Learn more about group ticket bundles in the Press Release.
Meet the Competing Teams
The 2024 AVCA First Serve Showcase lineup is stacked with volleyball powerhouses. The opening match features a clash between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Kentucky Wildcats. Nebraska, the 2023 NCAA runner-up, boasts the return of four AVCA All-Americans, promising a strong and experienced team. Kentucky, crowned national champions in the spring of 2021, is led by the exceptional three-time All-American setter, Emma Grome. This matchup is set to be an early season highlight.
Following the first match, prepare for another thrilling contest as the Wisconsin Badgers face off against the host team, the Louisville Cardinals. Both Wisconsin and Louisville have consistently reached the NCAA semifinals twice in the past three years, showcasing their national prominence. Wisconsin captured the national championship title in the fall of 2021, while Louisville was the national runner-up in 2022. Each team returns three AVCA All-Americans from their 2023 rosters, ensuring a high-caliber and competitive match.
Discover Louisville, Kentucky: The Host City
Extend your AVCA First Serve Showcase experience and explore the vibrant city of Louisville, Kentucky! Beyond the volleyball action, Louisville offers a unique blend of attractions and experiences. Known as the home of the World’s Only Urban Bourbon Experience, Louisville’s spirit extends beyond bourbon to define its culture, arts, parks, and creative energy.
Louisville seamlessly combines heritage with innovation, authenticity with originality, and a welcoming atmosphere that’s unique to the region. Discover iconic attractions, a thriving bourbon scene, world-class hotels and venues, and a renowned culinary landscape. Louisville presents an unforgettable experience unlike any other city.
Hotel Information: Stay at The Galt House Hotel
The Galt House Hotel – Fan Booking Link
140 N Fourth St, Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 589-5200
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For ultimate convenience, stay at The Galt House Hotel, located right next door to the KFC Yum! Center. Enjoy an easy walk to and from the AVCA First Serve Showcase, ensuring you don’t miss a moment of the volleyball action.
The Galt House Hotel places you in the heart of downtown Louisville, just minutes away from popular attractions such as Fourth Street Live!, the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, Actors Theatre, the Muhammad Ali Center, and Whiskey Row and Museum Row. Many of these attractions are even connected to the Galt House Hotel via pedway. Explore local distilleries and immerse yourself in the bourbon culture, all within close proximity to your hotel.
Book Your Stay at The Galt House
Plan Your Visit: Know Before You Go
The AVCA First Serve Showcase is presented by these fantastic sponsors:
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