Volleyball World And Firstrade Launch First Play By Firstrade At VNL, Connecting Every Rally To Community Impact

Volleyball World and Firstrade, a leading commission-free online brokerage, today announce the launch of First Play by Firstrade, a new fan engagement initiative that transforms on-court action during matches into direct investment in volleyball communities worldwide.

As part of the initiative, every rally played during selected Women’s VNL matches will contribute towards the VNL Legacy Court programme. The longer the rally, the greater the contribution, turning the energy and global reach of the VNL into spaces where local communities can play, connect and grow through volleyball.

Introduced this year through the VNL, the VNL Legacy Court programme transforms outdoor community courts into vibrant, large-scale works of art celebrating volleyball, its athletes and local culture. Alongside each court transformation, grassroots volleyball programmes will be developed in collaboration with the FIVB Volleyball Foundation to create safe and welcoming spaces where children can play, build confidence and connect through sport, with a particular focus on empowering young girls through volleyball.

First Play by Firstrade builds on the partnership established between Volleyball World and Firstrade in 2025, deepening a shared commitment to accessibility, community impact and fan engagement. By linking elite competition with grassroots development, the initiative ensures the impact of the VNL is felt long after the final point is played.

Oliver Clarke, Chief Partnerships Officer at Volleyball World, said:

“First Play by Firstrade is exactly the kind of partnership we want to build at Volleyball World, one that connects brands to the energy of our sport in a meaningful way. Together with Firstrade, we are using the global reach of the VNL to create value for fans, partners and communities around the world.”

Marcelo Hargreaves da Costa, Chief Product Officer at Volleyball World, said: “VNL is a global sports product that continues to grow in reach, relevance and impact. Through First Play by Firstrade, we are using that momentum to make every rally mean more, giving fans another reason to feel part of the game while helping bring volleyball closer to the communities who will shape the future of the sport.”

John Liu, Chief Executive Officer at Firstrade, said:

"At Firstrade, we believe opportunities should be accessible to everyone. That principle has guided our business from the beginning, and it is one of the reasons this partnership with Volleyball World is such a natural fit. Volleyball is one of the world's most global and accessible sports, bringing together communities through shared passion and participation. First Play by Firstrade gives us a meaningful way to connect with fans while helping create opportunities for future generations of players. We're proud to support an initiative that turns every rally into a contribution for the growth of the game."