Deportivo Colón crowned 2026 Men's Volleyball Apertura champions
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Deportivo Colón has been crowned champion of the 2026 Men's Volleyball Apertura Tournament.
- They defeated Sport Venezuela 3-2 in the second playoff final to secure the title.
- This victory adds another championship to Colón's history in Paraguayan volleyball.
Deportivo Colón has once again triumphed in Paraguayan volleyball, securing the championship title for the 2026 Men's Volleyball Apertura Tournament. The team clinched the victory by defeating Sport Venezuela 3-2 in the second and decisive playoff final.
This win marks another significant achievement for Deportivo Colón, adding to their already impressive record of national championships. The team demonstrated strong performance throughout the season, culminating in their playoff success.
The championship squad included players such as Walter Riveros, José Gaona, Roberto Bogado, and Ruam Alcántara, among others. The coaching staff, led by Hugo Barrios, guided the team to this notable victory. The team's consistent performance and dedication throughout the first half of the season led them to lift the Apertura 2026 trophy.
With this latest title, Deportivo Colón reaffirms its dominant position in Paraguayan men's volleyball and continues to build on its legacy of success.
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.