On July 22, the East End gets a taste of West Coast volleyball as Hampton Volley makes its Montauk debut. Three-time Olympic Gold Medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings is partnering with CONTRA to host the inaugural tournament at Kirk Park Beach.

The invitational tournament will feature eight dynamic teams, blending celebrities, elite professional athletes, local lifeguards, and standout amateurs and members of the community, creating a truly unique competition. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit two impactful charities: Hampton Lifeguard Association, which supports vital water safety initiatives in the community, and p1440 Association, which empowers and inspires through the sport of beach volleyball. This day of philanthropy and fun in the Hamptons is free and open to the public for spectating.  

On Monday, July 21, Kerri Walsh Jennings will host a volleyball clinic open to ages 11 through 18. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to train with the Olympian will give participants a chance to level up their volleyball skills while focusing on tools to become empowered athletes. Those interested can learn more and sign up here.

Hampton Volley marks the East Coast launch of a new kind of event – where sport, philanthropy, and curated experiences converge. Whether you’re courtside cheering, connecting with the community, or soaking in the surf and sun, this is one tournament you don’t want to miss.

-By Patricia Sotos