The day eight of the 2026 National Division 1 and Division 2 Volleyball Leagues produced thrilling contests across both the men’s and women’s categories, with Wikki Spikers, Rhino Spikers, QAT Spikers and NY Spikers emerging victorious in crucial fixtures.
Key Highlights:
- Wikki Spikers beat Kada Kings 3-1 in men’s Division 1.
- Rhino Spikers defeated Sword VC 3-1.
- QAT Spikers overcame Caliphate Spikers 3-1 in women’s Division 1.
- NY Spikers defeated ACE Angels 3-1.
- Teams continue fighting for promotion and league honours.
In the Men’s Division 1, Wikki Spikers continued their impressive run with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Kada Kings. Wikki dominated the opening two sets 25-16 and 25-18 before Kada Kings fought back to claim the third set 25-17. However, Wikki regained control in the fourth set, sealing the match 25-21 to secure maximum points.
Reacting to the victory, Wikki Spikers coach Monday Dada credited the team’s success to thorough preparation and determination.
“It was nothing but hard work. We worked for it, we had a game plan and, by the grace of God, our plan worked for us. It was really difficult, but we thank God we got the result,” Dada said.
The coach also stressed the importance of his players using the league as a platform to attract opportunities with bigger clubs.
“You have to play for yourself. You have to perform very well so that bigger teams can notice you and you can move to greater heights. My dream is for my players to prosper and play for bigger teams in the future,” he added.
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Elsewhere in the Men’s Division 1, Rhino Spikers defeated Sword VC 3-1 in a competitive encounter. Rhino claimed the first set 25-21 before Sword levelled proceedings with a 25-17 second-set win. Rhino responded emphatically, taking the third set 25-10 and edging a closely contested fourth set 25-23 to secure victory.
In the Women’s Division 1 category, QAT Spikers recovered from a first-set setback to overcome Caliphate Spikers 3-1. After losing the opening set 25-19, QAT bounced back to win the next three sets 25-21, 31-29 and 25-20 in one of the most exciting matches of the day.
NY Spikers also recorded a 3-1 triumph over ACE Angels. The New York-based side took the first two sets 25-23 and 25-18 before ACE Angels responded with a 25-12 win in the third set. NY Spikers, however, wrapped up the contest by claiming the fourth set 25-21.
In the Men’s Division 2 competition, Plateau Rocks defeated Caliphate Spikers 3-1. Plateau Rocks cruised through the opening set 25-9 before Caliphate levelled the match with a 25-20 second-set victory. Plateau Rocks then edged a tense third set 28-26 and completed the win with a 25-19 fourth-set success.
With the league entering a decisive stage, teams continue to battle for valuable points as the race for promotion and championship honours intensifies across both divisions.
