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Volleyball developments in Linares, Chile

Overview

In late September 2026, the Linares U16 women’s volleyball team, led by coach Carlos Fuentes, qualified for the National Minor League (LINAME) Serie A2 playoffs. The team secured a position among the top eight competitors following victories against Los Ángeles, Alemán de Concepción, Manquehue, and Giba.

By mid-October, the regional sports focus shifted to a celebratory event in Linares, Chile. The 2026 Volleyball Gala was held at the Municipal Theater to honor the sport’s local history and pioneers. The ceremony recognized Olympic athletes Marco and Esteban Grimalt, as well as the late instructor Juan Arroyo Núñez, with local authorities in attendance to mark the discipline’s growth.

Entities

Esteban Grimalt · Rodrigo Meléndez · Deportes Linares · Marco Grimalt · Linares

Timeline

26 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Linares celebrates volleyball history and local sports achievements
Linares, Chile, celebrated its volleyball history at the 2026 Gala featuring Olympic athletes the Grimalt cousins, while Deportes Linares football prepares for upcoming matches following a recent victory.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Linares U16 women's volleyball team qualifies for LINAME playoffs
Linares U16 women's volleyball team has qualified for the LINAME Serie A2 playoffs after securing a top-eight position.

Sources

diarioelheraldo.cl · lasemainedansleboulonnais.fr · linaresdeporte.es