HAMPTON VOLLEY BY 3X OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST KERRI WALSH JENNINGS BRINGS STAR-STUDDED CHARITY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT TO THE EAST COAST
Inaugural Tournament Unites Celebrities, Pros, Local Lifeguards, and Amateurs for a Day of Philanthropy and Fun in The Hamptons
NEW YORK (June 23, 2025) – Hampton Volley, a beach volleyball tournament organized by the legendary 3X Olympic Gold Medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings, will feature celebrity, professional, and local talent. The event is set to take place Tuesday, July 22, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Kirk Beach Park in Montauk, New York, and is free and open to the public for spectating.
Hosted by three-time Olympic gold medalist and beach volleyball icon Kerri Walsh Jennings, and CONTRA, this community event brings the excitement of West Coast volleyball to the East Coast, offering an unforgettable day of celebration and giving back. The invitational tournament will feature eight dynamic teams, blending celebrities, elite professional athletes, local lifeguards, and standout amateurs and members of the community, creating a truly dynamic team and unique competitive landscape.
Net Proceeds from the tournament will directly benefit two impactful charities: Hampton Lifeguard Association, supporting vital water safety initiatives in the community and p1440 Foundation, empowering and inspiring through the transformative sport of beach volleyball.
Partners supporting this inaugural event include Franklin, Upper Deck, SLUNKS, Firefly Recovery, Spiritual Gangster, Hammitt Bags & Accessories, Freaks of Nature, Legends, The Jewelry Group, and Colbeck Capital. Hero Beach Club will host the VIPS with exciting activations and giveaways from these sponsors along with delicious bites and beverages.
"I am incredibly thrilled to bring Hampton Volley to life and unite such an amazing group of individuals for this inaugural tournament," said Kerri Walsh Jennings. "Partnering and rallying behind the Hampton Lifeguard Association and p1440 embodies everything I believe in – the power of sport, community, and giving back. This event will bring together neighbors and friends with incredible competition, joy, and a significant positive impact for these vital organizations."
“We couldn’t be more honored to be a beneficiary of Hampton Volley,” said John Ryan Jr., president of Hampton Lifeguard Association and Chief Lifeguard of Town of East Hampton. “This event is a fantastic way to bring together the community around the love of sport while enjoying our beaches. The funds raised will directly benefit our lifeguards and educational initiatives, making the water safer for all visitors.”
On Monday, July 21 (the day prior to the main event), Kerri Walsh Jennings will host a volleyball clinic for teens ages 11 through 18. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to train with the Olympian will give participants a chance to level up volleyball skills while focusing on tools and techniques to become your best self and an empowered athlete. Those interested can learn more and sign up at the following: https://p1440.launchtrack.events/regis ter/way-of-the-athlete-east-hampton
About Hampton Volley
Founded in 2025 by Kerri Walsh Jennings with the mission of bringing awareness to the sport of beach volleyball and empowering players to find their power on and off the sand, Hampton Volley brings beach volleyball to local communities through tournaments and player-centered events. https://michaelsimho.com/#/franklin-x-kerri-walsh-jennings/
About CONTRA
CONTRA has officially launched as the “private events platform”, the exclusive, brand-forward alternative to Partiful. Think Raya meets events—CONTRA is invite-only and fully screened, focused on premium experiences for brands, creators, and influential individuals. Founded by operators from Goldman Sachs, Google, and Related Companies, CONTRA uses a high-aesthetic, high-status approach to event hosting https://www.houseofcontra.com/
About Hampton Lifeguard Association (HLA)
Dedicated to waterproofing Long Island’s South Fork and beyond through education, training, and water safety programs, HLA promotes safe enjoyment of our waterways and supports lifeguard activities that protect our communities. The 501c3 organization provides assistance and participation in water safety programs and lifeguard activities that maintain the well-being of its members and the surrounding communities. For more information visit: https://hamptonlifeguardassociation.com/
About p1440 Foundation
The foundation aims to inspire individuals of all backgrounds and skill levels to become the best version of themselves on and off the court, utilizing beach volleyball as a vehicle for positive change within the community. For more information visit: https://p1440.org/