PottsTown Rumble

🏐 Pottstown Rumble – Tournament Overview

The Pottstown Rumble is one of the largest and most iconic grass volleyball tournaments in the world, held annually in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. It’s widely recognized as one of the toughest and most competitive volleyball events in the country, drawing thousands of players across skill levels — from amateur competitors to top-ranked pros. Pottstown Rumble+1

📅 Dates:
The next tournament is scheduled for June 26–28, 2026. Registration typically opens May 1st each year. Pottstown Rumble+1

📍 Location:
Matches are played across multiple grass fields in Pottstown, with the main field at Memorial Park and additional courts at sites like Sundstrom, PAL, Coventry, and Island fields. Pottstown Rumble

What Makes It Special

• Massive Participant Field: Over 6,000+ players compete on 220+ courts in a three-day format that tests endurance, skill, and competitive spirit. Pottstown Rumble+1

• Old-School Rules: The Rumble preserves traditional grass volleyball rules — side-out scoring, no let serves, block doesn’t count as a hit, and larger courts — creating a unique and challenging tournament experience. Pottstown Rumble+1

• Competition Variety:

  • Friday: Masters divisions (40+, 50+, 60+), Juniors, Triples, and Women’s Pro Doubles pool play.

  • Saturday: Men’s & Women’s Doubles and Women’s Pro Playoffs.

  • Sunday: Co-ed Doubles, Quads, and Men’s Pro Playoffs and Final. Pottstown Rumble

Prizes and Prestige

The event features substantial prize money, especially in the Pro divisions, with top payouts like:

• $10,000 for first place in both Men’s and Women’s Pro Doubles

• Thousands more in payouts down through the bracket depending on entries
  Amateur divisions also compete for cash prizes, gear, and volleyball equipment. Pottstown Rumble

Event Atmosphere

Beyond competition, the Rumble is known for its festival-style scene:

• Food vendors and merchandise booths

• Beer tents at center court

• Live music and community energy

• Welcoming for spectators of all ages (spectator fee applies at main field) Pottstown Rumble+1

History & Culture

First held in 1991, the Pottstown Rumble began as a small grassroots event and has grown into a multi-day volleyball tradition hosted “by the players, for the players.” Over decades, it’s kept its spirited community ethos and deep respect within the volleyball world. Pottstown Rumble

Registration Notes

• Must have a Silver AVP America Membership to register.

• Registration through VolleyballLife.com — with main field spots selling out rapidly.

• Players receive schedules and pool play placements via email before the event. Pottstown Rumble

Recent Champions

2025:

• Men’s Open Champions: Thomas Hurst & Gage Basey

• Women’s Open Champions: Ali Denney & Lydia Smith Pottstown Rumble