What to Buy for a Beach Volleyball Tournament

A beach volleyball tournament needs more than balls and nets. You will also need practical supplies for marking courts, tracking matches, managing referees, serving food, keeping drinks cold, and handling sun or changing weather. Buy or gather backup equipment before the event, especially pump needles, volleyballs, phone power, and first-aid supplies. Use your confirmed player count and number of courts to adjust food, cups, seating, and scorekeeping materials.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

Beach volleyballsqty 8
Spare volleyballsqty 4
Beach volleyball netsqty 4
Field linesqty 4
Line anchorsqty 16
Referee whistlesqty 6
Scoreboardsqty 4
Competition bibsqty 32
Ball pumpsqty 2
Spare balloon pump needlesqty 10
Measuring tapesqty 2
Prizesqty 3

Furniture

Tablesqty 6
Chairsqty 24
Party tentsqty 2
Beer tablesqty 4
Coolersqty 6
Blanketsqty 8

Equipment

Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 3
Rechargeable work lightsqty 4
Megaphone
Mobile phonesqty 2

Tableware

Reusable drinking cupsqty 100
Reusable platesqty 80
Cutlery setsqty 80
Pouring jugsqty 6

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 3
Chef's knivesqty 3
Serving tongsqty 6
Bread basketsqty 4
Thermos flasksqty 4

Decorations

Buntingqty 8
Field number signsqty 4
Information boardsqty 4

Lighting

String lightsqty 4

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Broomsqty 3
Dustpan and brushqty 3
Mopsqty 2
First aid kit

Catering

Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 12 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Ice tea - 4 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Alcohol-free beer - 3 cases
- Beer - 4 crates
- White wine - 6 bottles
- Rosé - 4 bottles
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 2 packs
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Ice cubes - 12 bags
- Popsicles - 80 pieces
- Bread rolls - 80 pieces
- Whole wheat rolls - 40 pieces
- Young cheese - 3 kilos
- Back ham - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Cream cheese - 4 tubs
- Lettuce - 8 heads
- Tomatoes - 4 kilos
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Bell peppers - 3 kilos
- Apples - 60 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 5 kilos
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Salsa sauce - 6 jars
- Nut mix - 3 kilo
- Muesli bars - 80 pieces
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 bottles
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Napkins - 300 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Hand soap - 3 bottles
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 3 rolls
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 6 pieces
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls

Tips

Plan at least one competition ball per active court, plus one spare ball for every two courts. Check that all balls are inflated the day before and keep a pump and spare needles on site.
Prepare two reusable drinking cups per participant if you will not have a reliable washing point. Add extra cups for referees, volunteers, and late arrivals rather than running short during the breaks.
For food, allow one sandwich or equivalent serving and one snack portion per participant, then add roughly 10% for volunteers and unexpected guests. Prepare serving tongs, cutting boards, and chef’s knives before shopping.
Match shade and seating to the schedule: provide enough chairs or tables for players waiting between matches, and use party tents or blankets where participants can escape direct sun. Secure tents and field equipment before play starts.
Pack a separate tournament box with whistles, scoreboards, bibs, measuring tapes, phones, extension cords, power strips, and rechargeable work lights. Charge phones and lights fully the evening before, then keep charging equipment dry and out of the playing area.

Frequently asked questions

How many volleyballs do I need for a beach volleyball tournament?: Use at least one tournament ball per active court and keep one spare for every two courts. For four courts, that means four playing balls plus two spare balls.
How much food and drink should I buy for a beach volleyball tournament?: Plan one substantial food serving and one snack portion per participant, with about 10% extra for referees, volunteers, and late arrivals. For drinks, prepare at least 1.5 to 2 litres of non-alcoholic drinks per person for a half-day tournament, more in hot weather.
What equipment should I bring as volleyball tournament backups?: Bring at least one spare volleyball, a ball pump, several spare pump needles, and backup power for phones. Also pack extra line anchors, score sheets, and writing materials so one lost or damaged item does not stop a match.
How many cups and plates do I need for the tournament?: Allow two reusable cups per participant and one reusable plate and cutlery set per planned meal or substantial serving. Add 10% extra for volunteers, referees, and replacements.

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