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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 19, 2010) – USA Volleyball is joining forces with its newest partner to offer the 2012 Ludus Tours Sport Development Grants to volleyball clubs for the development or enhancement of programming for boys, ages 14 years or younger.

Any USAV-sanctioned volleyball club that is in good standing with their Region and USAV is eligible to apply for one of five $1,000 grants. Only one club per USAV region will be awarded a grant. Grant funds must be used to develop new programming or enhance existing programming for boys, ages 14 years or younger. It is strongly suggested that the funds be used to create or improve youth leagues that cater to boys.

“It is a distinct pleasure to add Ludus Tours to our family of corporate partners. We know that Ludus Tours will provide USA Volleyball’s members and athletes’ families with a memorable experience at the Summer Games,” USA Volleyball Secretary General Kerry Klostermann said. “We appreciate Ludus’ commitment to volleyball at the grassroots level in the form of its Ludus Sport Development Grant.”

“As an organization, we went to the drawing board to figure out how we can help an organization like USA Volleyball,” said Adam Dailey, Managing Director at Ludus Tours.  “For Ludus, we wanted to look back after a few years and see progress from the elite to the grassroots levels and if we can contribute to that in even one small positive way, we’re contributing in a way that we’re very proud of.”

Applications will be accepted immediately and will be reviewed upon receipt. Applicants will be notified when the application is received and when a decision has been made concerning the application. Applicants should expect a response within 45 days of submitting their application.

Grant funds must be tracked and a written account of their use must be provided to USAV by July 1, 2012.

For further details and to download the application, visit: http://assets.teamusa.org/assets/documents/attached_file/filename/32380/2012_Ludus_Tours_Grant.pdf.

Victoria Whyte

PR Manager, Ludus Tours

Phone: 778-322-7474

Email: Victoria@ludustours.com

USA Volleyball is pleased to announce its partnership with Ludus Tours as the organization’s “Official Tour Operator and Hospitality Provider” for international competitions, including the 2012 Summer Games in London.

As part of the partnership, Ludus Tours will provide custom fan packages for USA Volleyball members and fans. Ludus packages will include hotel accommodations, transportation, excursions and local guide assistance during the 2012 Summer Games.

“I used to play volleyball in high school and have always felt very connected to the sport,” Ludus Tours founder Jessica Dailey said. “Being able to partner up with USA Volleyball is a great opportunity for us to reach volleyball fans from around the country, including young athletes hoping to one day represent the United States. Ludus Tours is looking forward to working with USA Volleyball to make the 2012 Summer Games an unforgettable experience for its members and fans alike.”

“It is a distinct pleasure to add Ludus Tours to our family of corporate partners,” USA Volleyball Secretary General Kerry Klostermann said. “We look forward to this alliance providing USA Volleyball’s members and athletes’ families a memorable experience at the Games as well as providing quality services for other travel needs.”

Ludus Tours prides itself on offering flexible tour packages that fit all schedules and budgets. Through its partnership with USA Volleyball, all USAV members will be entitled to a discount on all travel packages.  Tours will specifically be catered to American volleyball fans and enthusiasts.

In addition to partnering with USA Volleyball, Ludus Tours is the Official Hospitality Provider for USA Taekwondo, USA Weightlifting and Athletics Canada.

About USA Volleyball: Founded in 1928, USA Volleyball is a Colorado incorporated non-profit organization recognized by the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the Federation International de Volleyball (FIVB) as the National Governing Body for the sport of Volleyball in the United States.  USA Volleyball is responsible for both the Olympic disciplines of indoor volleyball and beach volleyball. USA Volleyball has over 260,000 registered members, 12,000 teams and 5,000 clubs nationwide. With an annual budget in excess of $11 million dollars, USA Volleyball supports the USA men’s and women’s senior national team programs, youth and junior national teams, national championship events, coaching education and certification programs, grassroots development, and programs for the disabled and Paralympic Teams. USA Volleyball has a rich tradition of success as evidenced by winning an Olympic medal in every Olympic Games since 1984 and capturing numerous World Cup, World Championship and Continental Championship titles. USA Volleyball is committed to and works toward opportunity for all to participate. It is an advocate for all Americans endeavouring to assure universal access to opportunities at all levels of the game.

About Ludus Tours: Ludus Tours specializes in tour packages and hospitality at the world’s biggest cultural and sporting events.  They offer travel packages to the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, among other events. Since 2003, Ludus has helped thousands of individuals, families and organizations with their accommodation and hospitality needs.  Ludus is the Official Hospitality Provider for various organizations including USA Taekwondo, USA Weightlifting, Athletics Canada, USA Volleyball and others. They are based in Austin, Texas, with offices in San Diego, CA and London, UK.