Holyoke, Massachusetts – the Birthplace of Volleyball – plays host to the Volleyball City Battle of the Badges Volleyball Tournament featuring members of the New York City Fire (FDNY) and New York City Police (NYPD) Departments going head to head with teams of first responders from Holyoke, Springfield and greater New England highlighting the spirt of competition and brotherhood.

Back for a ninth year, this community event features 12-teams on 3 courts at Holyoke Community College.  Spectator admission is free.