2008 Women’s Olympic Volleyball
Brazil won the 2008 Women's Olympic Volleyball, defeating United States in the final.
Women's 2008 at a Glance
Brazil won the 2008 Women's Olympic Volleyball, defeating United States 3–1 in the final. China took bronze ahead of Cuba.
The edition featured 12 national teams from 9–23 August 2008, with the decisive stage in Beijing, China. Paula Pequeno was named tournament MVP.
Key Results
Performance Leaders
Paula Pequeno
Most Valuable Player
How the 2008 Edition Fits the Tournament Story
Brazil captured its first Olympic women’s volleyball gold medal. Paula Pequeno was named tournament MVP after Brazil completed the tournament unbeaten.
The medal matches fixed the top four as Brazil, United States, China and Cuba. The full placement table preserves the complete edition rather than only the podium.
Format, Field & Host
Twelve national teams were divided into two pools of six. The top four teams in each pool advanced to the quarterfinals, followed by single-elimination semifinals and medal matches.
The women’s medal matches were played at Capital Indoor Stadium in Beijing on 23 August 2008.
What Defined the 2008 Women's Edition
TITLE MATCH
Brazil finished on top
Brazil defeated United States 3–1 in the final to secure the 2008 title.
BRONZE MATCH
China completed the podium
China beat Cuba 3–1 in the bronze-medal match.
TOURNAMENT MVP
Paula Pequeno earned the top individual honour
Paula Pequeno was named MVP of the 2008 Women's edition.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Why this edition still matters
Brazil captured its first Olympic women’s volleyball gold medal. Paula Pequeno was named tournament MVP after Brazil completed the tournament unbeaten.
Place in Tournament History
Teams in 2008
Brazil Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · South America (CSV)
View team →United States Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →China Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Cuba Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Italy Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Japan Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Russia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Serbia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Kazakhstan Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryPoland Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Algeria Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryVenezuela Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entry2008 Women's Edition FAQ
Who won the 2008 Women's Olympic Volleyball?
Brazil won the title, defeating United States 3–1 in the final.
Who won the bronze medal?
China took bronze with a 3–1 win over Cuba.
How many teams competed?
12 national teams took part in the 2008 Women's edition.
Who was the tournament MVP?
Paula Pequeno was named tournament MVP.
Tournament Sources
Notable Players
