Kentucky Volleyball Locks Into 2026 Paradise Invitational
NASSAU, Bahamas – The Kentucky Volleyball team has been announced as one of four teams that will be participating in the 2026 Paradise Invitational at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in Nassau, Bahamas this upcoming fall.
Kentucky will join Houston, Purdue and SMU in the Bahamas as part of an elite non-conference volleyball event featuring one team from every power four conference from September 11-13 at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar. This will be the fourth year that these four teams have participated in a non-conference event together, with the 2025 version coming in Lexington as Kentucky beat SMU (3-1) and Houston (3-0) inside Historic Memorial Coliseum.
Tickets for the Paradise Invitational will go on sale March 16 at ParadiseInvitational.com. The match-ups, match schedule, match times and television assignments will be announced by GS Global Sports and ESPN later this spring as the event nears closer.
“The Paradise Invitational is about elevating the entire experience,” said Glenn Smith, CEO of GS Global Sports. “This isn’t just matches on a court—it’s access, atmosphere, and world-class volleyball coming together in a way that hasn’t been done before in a beautiful setting. We want players, coaches and fans to be able to experience and enjoy playing elite level competition while also providing an opportunity to experience beautiful scenery and culture.”
Beyond the competition, fans will experience a full weekend of programming, including interactive events and opportunities to engage with teams and players. Hosted at one of the Caribbean’s premier resorts, the Paradise Invitational offers a rare combination of high-stakes competition, exclusive fan access, and destination-driven programming. VIP Packages and general tickets are available March 16th.
For more information and updates, follow The Paradise Invitational on social media at @ParadiseInvitational or visit www.paradiseinvitational.com.
About The Paradise Invitational
The Paradise Invitational is a premium NCAA women’s volleyball multi-team event (MTE) featuring four elite programs—one from each Power 4 conference—competing in a destination setting. Launched in the Bahamas, the event combines world-class collegiate volleyball with immersive fan access and curated programming to deliver a first-of-its-kind experience for the sport.
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