Closer To Paris | Yuki Ishikawa

One of Japan's biggest volleyball stars as he talks about qualifying to Paris 2024, his Tokyo 2020 experience and being the team captain.

Closer To Paris | Ran Takahashi

With the continuous upward reinvention of Team Japan, the outside hitter has found fame and achieved his dream through his talent.

Closer To Paris | Micah Christenson

One of the world’s best setters from USA shares his thoughts on the upcoming Paris Qualifier & what it’s like to play against a team like Japan.

Closer To Paris | Kiera Van Ryk

The Canadian opposite described the family-like atmosphere what cultivates each of their individual life and game skills for a collective and collaborative success.

Closer To Paris | Daniele Santarelli

The 42-year-old Italian tactician brings coaching wizardry to another level by leading Türkiye to win the 2023 VNL and now focusing on the Paris Qualifier next month.

Closer To Paris | Ajcharaporn Kongyot

The outside hitter has come a long way in becoming bolder and braver, as she departs from being the team’s neophyte and turning into a true leader and motivator.

Closer To Paris | Yuji Nishida

After playing in his first Olympic Games in Tokyo two years ago, the opposite looks forward to winning a spot for Paris 2024 in front of their home fans next month.

Closer To Paris | Carol

The middle blocker is keeping the faith, doing the best and working together with her teammates to achieve Brazil’s 12th consecutive Olympic Games appearance.

Closer To Paris | Chatchu-on Moksri

Chatchu-On answers the challenge with a positive and collective approach to fight for Thailand’s long-cherished dream and aspiration of making it to the Olympic Games.

Closer To Paris | Annie Drews

Annie Drews is ready and committed to defend Olympic gold with Team USA but their first challenge is the Paris Qualifier this September.