Hermosa Beach Open presented by Bud Light
Hermosa Beach Pier
July 22-25

The AVP Nissan Series returns to one of its favorite spots-Hermosa
Beach, where many of the top competitors in the sport practice and
challenge local residents. This is the last AVP event before the
Olympic Games in Athens.
The city is proud to once again play host to the top 150 competitors
in the sport of beach volleyball, including 16 Olympians.

These premier competitors will vie for the top finishes in what
promises to be the most compelling season yet. In addition to
tournament action, the hit program Best Damn Sports Show will be LIVE
from Stadium Court on Friday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. followed by a FREE
concert by the popular group Smash Mouth at 5 p.m.

WHO:
Top athletes on the men's side include 2000 Olympic Gold Medalists
Eric Fonoimoana, Dain Blanton and three-time Olympic Gold Medalist
Karch Kiraly.

Top women's teams include Misty May & Kerri Walsh, Holly McPeak &
Elaine Youngs, Annett Davis & Jenny Johnson Jordan

EVENT PURSE:
$175,000

TOURNAMENT HISTORY:
2003 - Men's Defending Champions - Scott Ayakatubby and Brian Lewis
2003 - Women's Defending Champions - Misty May and Kerri Walsh

WHEN:
Thursday, July 22nd Qualifying Rounds 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Friday, July 23rd Main Draw Competition 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Saturday, July 24th Women's Finals 1:30 p.m./PT
***BROADCAST LIVE ON NBC***
Sunday, July 25th Men's Finals 1:30 p.m./PT
***BROADCAST LIVE ON NBC***

MORE DETAILS - http://Volleyball.ORG/
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