MONTAUCK, NY
JULY 28–30, 2026
MONTAUCK, NY JULY 28–30, 2026
Hero Volley is a new standard for beach volleyball—where sport, culture, and lifestyle intersect.
Set at the intersection of sport and summer culture, the event blends high-level competition with social experiences designed for participation, not just spectating.
The second annual Hero Volley event was nothing short of epic. From the youth and adult clinics on Tuesday through the Pro-Am on Thursday, the stoke was high and the energy was undeniable.
The Montauk community came out in full force to support this special event benefiting the Hampton Lifeguard Association. From Olympic medalists and professional athletes to the young athletes taking the court for the first time, everyone came together to celebrate volleyball, community, and giving back.
By the end of the week, one thing was clear: Hero Volley is more than a tournament—it’s an experience that brings people together and leaves everyone feeling the good vibes.
Montauk 2026 Schedule of Events
Tuesday, July 28
Hero Volley youth & adult volleyball clinics lead by Kerri Walsh Jennings
Registration is open
Wednesday, July 29
Morning Wellness Session hosted by Kerri Walsh Jennings
(by invite only)
Gurneys Resort, Montauk
Sunset Drinks and Live Music
(By invite only )
The Montauket, Montauk
Thursday, July 30
Pro-Am Beach Volleyball Tournament with top pro-volleyball players in the world competing alongside Hampton lifeguards, community members, and elite local athletes.
Hero Beach Hotel & Kirk Park Beach, Montauk
the founder & host
Kerri Walsh Jennings
Kerri Walsh Jennings is an American three-time Olympic gold medalist, professional beach volleyball player. She is the all -time leader in career victories having won 135 international and domestic tournaments. Walsh Jennings (with teammate Misty May-Treanor) won gold at the 2004, 2008 and 2012 Summer Olympics and won the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships in 2003, 2005 and 2007. She set various records throughout her career, including a win streak of 112 consecutive matches.
the talent
Rachel Winters is a DJ and model known for her magnetic presence, high-energy sets, and effortless style. Blending sound, fashion, and culture, she brings a bold, confident vibe to every stage and shoot. Off the decks, Rachel is a passionate volleyball lover, channeling the same competitive spirit and rhythm into the sand and the sport she loves.
In 2026, Olympic legend Kerri Walsh Jennings will bring the event back to Montauk and expand it to a second location, uniting pros, celebs, tastemakers, and locals in a thoughtfully curated, surf-side tournament. Elite competition, energy, and the barefoot luxury of coastal living.
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
