Ranse Classic πŸπŸ† 15th Anniversary

Schedule

Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 09 Nov, 2025 at 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Lido Key Beach | Sarasota, FL

🏐 15TH ANNUAL RANSE JONES CLASSIC
πŸ“… November 7–9, 2025 | Lido Key Beach β˜€οΈπŸŒ΄πŸΉ
πŸ†About the Weekend
Join us for a beach volleyball bash all weekend long in Lido Key Beach. This is more than a beach volleyball tournamentβ€”it’s an experiential weekend, a Volley Vacay, and a tournament for beginners all the way through the Pro/Olympian level.
This year marks the 15th Anniversary of the Ranse Classic, and we’ve taken the event up a notch. The roots of it remain the same: celebrating the memory of Ranse & the game he loved, while raising money for an incredible cause.
πŸ“Location
A huge thank you to the Deerfield Beach Community for keeping this tradition alive for 15 years. As we step into a new era, we’ve moved to the beautiful Lido Key Beach. With the support of the city and incredible companies, we are proud to take a legacy event to the next level.
Vendors on-site include: Kilwins, Bread Bandits, St. Armands Vape, Playa Bowls & more.
πŸ‘‡πŸ½ ABOUT THE LEGACY
Fifteen years ago, the volleyball world lost one of its brightest lights β€” Ranse Jones. Known for his dedication to growing the game and his passion for teaching anyone who wanted to learn, Ranse was more than a pro beach volleyball player; he was a mentor, a friend, and a force for community.
In 2010, Ranse suffered a severe aneurysm on the court. For six months, the volleyball community rallied around him, raising money and hope as his mother, Sherry Jones, fought for her son’s recovery. When Ranse passed on November 8, 2010, the hole he left in our hearts was immense β€” but so was the drive to continue his mission.
Now, in the 15th year of this iconic tournament, we come together once again to celebrate Ranse’s life and carry on his legacy. Proceeds benefit the Ranse Jones Stroke Awareness Fund at Broward Health North, advancing stroke education, awareness, treatment, and community support.
This event is more than volleyball β€” it’s about community, legacy, and making a difference.
✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
We’ve leveled up the Ranse Classic to make the 15th anniversary unforgettable:
β€’ 6 tournaments in 1 weekend 🏐
β€’ $2,000 in cash prizes for Open/Pro πŸ’°
β€’ Official Wilson OPTX balls + swag for other divisions 🎁
β€’ Olympians and AVP pros on the court πŸ…
β€’ 🎢 DJ, 🍹 bar on site, 🍴 food vendors just steps from the courts
β€’ 20+ vendors and sponsors supporting the game
β€’ Hotel discounts at beautiful beach resorts 🏝️
πŸ—“οΈ WEEKEND SCHEDULE
🍾 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7 β€” WELCOME MIXER & DRAW PARTY
β€’ Kick off the weekend at 7PM with our Grab Hat Draw Party
β€’ Pool assignments drawn live β€” every pool balanced across divisions
β€’ Prizes, music, and good vibes to set the tone for the weekend
β€’ Powered by Volleyball Solutions & Rockstar Beach Promotions
πŸ† SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 β€” 4 Events
β€’ Ranse Jones Grab Hat (Men’s & Women’s 2’s: A, AA, AAA, Open)
β€’ Coed BB 3’s
β€’ Coed Beginner 4’s
β€’ Level 0: Beginners Bootcamp
πŸ’° SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9 β€” BIG MONEY COED 4’S
β€’ Open/Pro: $2,000 in committed cash prizes (1st–3rd place), double elimination, best 2 of 3 format
β€’ A, BB, Beginner: pools of 4–5, top 3 advance, single elimination playoffs, Wilson OPTX balls + swag
🌊 HOTEL DEALS
Thanks to our partners at the Opal Collective, enjoy special rates during tournament weekend:
πŸ‘‰ Lido Key Resort:
https://reservations.opalcollection.com/lido-beach/availability.asp?startDate=11/05/2025&endDate=11/12/2025&requesttype=invBlockCode&code=7921388
πŸ‘‰ Cirque:
https://reservations.opalcollection.com/cirque-st-armands/availability.asp?startDate=11/05/2025&endDate=11/11/2025&requesttype=invBlockCode&code=9257294
πŸ™πŸ½ SPONSORS & VENDORS
A huge thank you to our incredible partners:
β€’ Lost Traveler
β€’ The Opal Collective
Vendors on site include: Kilwins, Bread Bandits, St. Armands Vape, Playa Bowls & more
πŸ‘‰ Want to be part of the action? Sponsor or vendor spots are still available!
Email: [email protected]
πŸ“Œ REGISTRATION LINKS
πŸ‘‰ Saturday Registration:
https://volleyballlife.com/event/32848?tab=information
πŸ‘‰ Sunday Registration:
https://volleyballlife.com/event/32849?tab=information
πŸ”₯ Don’t miss it β€” 6 tournaments, 1 beach, and a celebration of Ranse’s legacy like never before.

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Lido Key Beach, 24 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States
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