A Growing Passion for Volleyball in Paquera

Sunday afternoon (February 22nd 2026), a small but enthusiastic group of young people gathered for a friendly volleyball tournament in Paquera. Organized by the Asociación de Desarrollo para la Juventud de Paquera (ADEJ), the event was simple, local, and full of positive energy — exactly the kind of activity that helps strengthen community bonds.

Volleyball in Paquera is still growing. At the moment, it is practiced regularly by two small groups of youth who train together and are steadily building skills and confidence. What began as a modest initiative is gradually catching more interest, with more young people becoming curious about joining practices and learning the game.

This friendly amateur competition was not about trophies or large crowds. It was about participation, encouragement, and creating a space where youth feel welcome and motivated. The gathering took place in the area currently being developed as a new recreational park — a space that is slowly being prepared to serve the wider community.

By organizing this event there, the Youth Association aimed to encourage more young people to make use of the grounds that are becoming available to them. When spaces are activated with activity and laughter, they quickly transform from empty land into living community areas.

Afternoons like this remind us that community development does not always happen through large-scale projects. Sometimes it begins with a net, a ball, and a handful of motivated young people willing to show up and play.

A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors

Community initiatives like this are made possible thanks to the support of local businesses and institutions that believe in investing in youth and recreation. We extend our sincere gratitude to:

·        Mangle Store

·        Tienda Gollo Paquera

·        Restaurante Puerto Paquera

·        Coopeforjadores de Paquera R.L.

·        Hotel Isla Chiquita Glamping

·        Barceló Tambor

We also appreciate the support and collaboration of:

·        Bomberos Paquera

·        Concejo Municipal de Paquera

·        Acueducto Paquera

·        Instituto de Desarrollo Rural (INDER) – Paquera

Your contribution helps create opportunities for young people to stay active, connected, and inspired.

As interest continues to grow, so does the hope that volleyball — and other sports — will become an even stronger part of everyday life in Paquera. Step by step, serve by serve, the momentum is building.