The Sitting Volleyball competition at the Para South American Games Valledupar 2026 came to an end on Tuesday after five days of high-level competition, marking a historic milestone as the sport made its official debut in the event’s program.

The inclusion of Sitting Volleyball in the Para South American Games represents another significant step in the development of the sport across the continent, providing athletes with valuable international competition and strengthening the pathway toward the next major milestones on the international calendar: the Lima 2027 Parapan American Games.

Throughout the tournament, teams from across South America showcased the steady growth of the discipline, demonstrating technical quality, competitiveness, and the increasing depth of the region.

In the men’s tournament, Brazil confirmed its continental dominance by defeating host nation Colombia 3-0 to capture the gold medal. Colombia celebrated a historic silver medal in front of its home crowd, while Argentina secured the bronze after a 3-0 victory over Venezuela.

Men’s Final Standings
🥇 Brazil
🥈 Colombia
🥉 Argentina

In the women’s competition, Brazil also claimed the gold medal with a 3-0 victory over Peru in the championship match. Argentina completed the podium after overcoming Venezuela 3-0 to earn the bronze medal.

Women’s Final Standings
🥇 Brazil
🥈 Peru
🥉 Argentina

Beyond the results on the court, Valledupar 2026 provided an invaluable opportunity for athletes, coaches, technical officials, classifiers, referees, volunteers, and organizers to continue building the foundations for the future of Sitting Volleyball in the Americas.

Throughout the event, ParaVolley Pan America also held several meetings and exchanges with team representatives, reinforcing institutional cooperation, discussing development initiatives, and strengthening collaborative efforts aimed at expanding the sport across the region.

ParaVolley Pan America extends its sincere gratitude to all participating teams, athletes, coaches, technical officials, volunteers, local organizers, and partners whose commitment and dedication made this historic edition possible; and also, in special, to World ParaVolley for the support. Their work and collaboration continue to promote the growth of Sitting Volleyball, expand its visibility, strengthen institutional relationships, and create new opportunities for development throughout the Americas.

As the curtain falls on the first-ever Sitting Volleyball competition at the Para South American Games, Valledupar 2026 leaves a lasting legacy and sets a strong foundation for the continued growth of the sport on the road to Lima 2027.