Afghan Canadian Volleyball Association - AFCAN

🏐 Islamic Games Volleyball Tournament 2026

What an incredible weekend of volleyball!

We are proud to have successfully hosted the Islamic Games Volleyball Tournament in Canada, powered by the Afghan Volleyball Association and organized by Global Volleyball Academy.

Over the course of the tournament, we witnessed outstanding sportsmanship, dedication, and competition across all three divisions:

🏆 Male Competitive
Champions: Indocan Volleyball Club
Runner-Up: OR Volleyball Club

🏆 Male Recreational
Champions: Kabul Volleyball Club
Runner-Up: Badakhshan Volleyball Club

🏆 Women’s Open
Champions: Court Queens
Runner-Up: Out of the Blue

A special thank you to Islamic Games for bringing this incredible platform from the USA to Canada and giving our athletes the opportunity to compete under their banner.

We would also like to extend our sincere gratitude to our sponsors, especially Hayat Home, Naan Kabob, and Volleyball Ontario, for their generous support in making this tournament a success.

To our referees, volunteers, coaches, athletes, and team managers—thank you for your professionalism, respect, and commitment to fair play throughout the event.

Finally, thank you to all the spectators, volleyball fans, families, and enthusiasts who came out to support us. Your energy and passion created an unforgettable atmosphere and made the tournament truly special.

As organizers, our goal was simple: to provide a fair, competitive, and enjoyable experience for every team and every player. We hope everyone leaves with great memories, new friendships, and an even greater love for volleyball.

Thank you to everyone who made this event possible. We look forward to welcoming you back next year, In shā’ Allāh! 🏐❤️

Male Recreational - Tournament Schedule Saturday June 27, 2026

Female Open - Tournament Schedule Saturday June 27, 2026

Male Open - Tournament Schedule Sunday June 28th, 2026

AFCAN Volleyball Association is proud to support the Islamic Games 2026 Volleyball Tournament—one of the biggest indoor volleyball events in Toronto this summer!

We are honored to be a part of this event, organized by the Islamic Games and powered by Global Volleyball Academy, with support from AFCAN Volleyball Association. Together, we’re fostering a platform where teams can compete, connect, and grow.

We can’t wait to see the incredible energy as teams come together from across Ontario. Stay tuned for more updates, and tag your teammates—this is going to be a special event! 🏐

🇦🇫🏐 Afghan Volleyball Shines in Virginia!

On November 8, Afghans in Virginia, USA came together for an incredible volleyball tournament featuring 18 strong teams from across the region.

This year, two teams from Ontario—Kabura and Isteqlal—traveled to represent our community under the leadership of AFCAN Director, Ustad Shadkam Nawabi.

We are proud to share that Kabura dominated the tournament, defeating every opponent and bringing the championship home!

A special congratulations to Ali Sadat, who was selected as both Best Player and MVP of the entire tournament for his outstanding performance and talent on the court.

This is a proud moment for our community and a reminder of the talent, unity, and spirit Afghans bring wherever they go. 🇦🇫🏆

Congratulations to all the players, organizers, and supporters!
AFCAN continues to uplift Afghan athletes across North America.

🏐🇨🇦 AFCAN Volleyball Association Celebrates Its First Annual General Assembly! 🎉

On November 1, 2025, the AFCAN Volleyball Association proudly celebrated its First Annual General Assembly, marking a historic milestone in our mission to strengthen and unite the Afghan volleyball community across Canada.

The ceremony was graced by the Director, Board of Directors, players, community leaders, sponsors, and supporters who have played a vital role in AfCAN’s journey since its founding.

During the event, AFCAN:
📊 Presented its Yearly Master Plan, a two-year activity record, and a transparent financial report, reflecting the organization’s growth and accountability.
🏅 Honoured top players and outstanding athletes in the community.
🏐 Recognized the first female volleyball club founded under AfCAN’s leadership — a proud moment for women’s sports and inclusion.
🤝 Appreciated our generous sponsors, partners, and community members for their continued trust and support in AfCAN’s tournaments, clinics, and development initiatives.

This milestone gathering celebrated not just the achievements of the past year, but the vision for the years ahead — one driven by unity, excellence, and opportunity for every Afghan volleyball player across Canada.

We thank everyone who attended and supported this special occasion. Your energy and commitment continue to shape the future of volleyball in our community.

📸 A full presentation, highlights, and photos will follow — stay tuned!

Congratulations to CABC on an Exceptional Conference

On behalf of the AFCAN Volleyball Association and its members, we extend our sincere congratulations to the Canada Afghanistan Business Council, its President, esteemed Board of Directors, dedicated team, and distinguished attendees for orchestrating an outstanding and impactful conference.

The program was a remarkable success — thoughtfully curated to convene business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community stakeholders in an environment that fostered dialogue, innovation, and collaboration.

We were privileged to host a dedicated booth, where we presented the mission and vision of the AFCAN Volleyball Association. This platform allowed us to engage in meaningful conversations with influential business leaders and community representatives regarding the value of sports in empowering youth, fostering leadership, and strengthening community cohesion.

We are pleased to share a selection of moments from the event that reflect the energy and spirit of collaboration.

For those we were unable to meet in person, we extend an open invitation to businesses interested in supporting our initiatives through sponsorship and to organizations seeking collaboration in advancing sports development and community engagement. Together, we can build enduring partnerships that benefit both the athletic and business communities.

We commend the leadership, vision, and commitment of CABC’s President, Board, and organizing committee, and we look forward to contributing to this spirit of partnership in the future.

AFCAN Volleyball Association 🏐

Canada Afghanistan Business Council - CABC
Afghan Canadian Volleyball Association - AFCAN