2012 Women’s Olympic Volleyball
Brazil won the 2012 Women's Olympic Volleyball, defeating United States in the final.
Women's 2012 at a Glance
Brazil won the 2012 Women's Olympic Volleyball, defeating United States 3–1 in the final. Japan took bronze ahead of South Korea.
The edition featured 12 national teams from 28 July – 11 August 2012, with the decisive stage in London, United Kingdom. Kim Yeon-koung was named tournament MVP.
Final Standings
Key Results
Performance Leaders
Kim Yeon-koung
Most Valuable Player
How the 2012 Edition Fits the Tournament Story
Brazil defended its Olympic title with a second straight gold medal. South Korea’s Kim Yeon-koung was named tournament MVP, while Japan earned bronze.
The medal matches fixed the top four as Brazil, United States, Japan and South Korea. 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 staged at Earls Court in London on 11 August 2012.
What Defined the 2012 Women's Edition
TITLE MATCH
Brazil finished on top
Brazil defeated United States 3–1 in the final to secure the 2012 title.
BRONZE MATCH
Japan completed the podium
Japan beat South Korea 3–0 in the bronze-medal match.
TOURNAMENT MVP
Kim Yeon-koung earned the top individual honour
Kim Yeon-koung was named MVP of the 2012 Women's edition.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Why this edition still matters
Brazil defended its Olympic title with a second straight gold medal. South Korea’s Kim Yeon-koung was named tournament MVP, while Japan earned bronze.
Place in Tournament History
Teams in 2012
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 →Japan Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →South Korea Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →China Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Dominican Republic Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Italy Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Russia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Great Britain Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryTürkiye Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Algeria Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entrySerbia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →2012 Women's Edition FAQ
Who won the 2012 Women's Olympic Volleyball?
Brazil won the title, defeating United States 3–1 in the final.
Who won the bronze medal?
Japan took bronze with a 3–0 win over South Korea.
How many teams competed?
12 national teams took part in the 2012 Women's edition.
Who was the tournament MVP?
Kim Yeon-koung was named tournament MVP.
Tournament Sources
Notable Players
