2014 Women’s FIVB Volleyball World Championship
United States won the 2014 Women's FIVB Volleyball World Championship, defeating China in the final.
Women's 2014 at a Glance
United States won the 2014 Women's FIVB Volleyball World Championship, defeating China 3–1 in the final. Brazil took bronze ahead of Italy.
The edition featured 24 national teams from 23 September – 12 October 2014, with the decisive stage in Milan, Italy. Kimberly Hill was named tournament MVP.
Key Results
Performance Leaders
Kim Hill
Most Valuable Player
How the 2014 Edition Fits the Tournament Story
The United States defeated China to win its first women’s World Championship title. Kimberly Hill was named tournament MVP after leading the American title run.
The medal matches fixed the top four as United States, China, Brazil and Italy. The full placement table preserves the complete edition rather than only the podium.
Format, Field & Host
Twenty-four teams began in four first-round pools of six. Two further pool stages reduced the field before semifinals and medal matches decided the podium.
Italy hosted the championship, with the final played in Milan on 12 October 2014.
What Defined the 2014 Women's Edition
TITLE MATCH
United States finished on top
United States defeated China 3–1 in the final to secure the 2014 title.
BRONZE MATCH
Brazil completed the podium
Brazil beat Italy 3–2 in the bronze-medal match.
TOURNAMENT MVP
Kimberly Hill earned the top individual honour
Kimberly Hill was named MVP of the 2014 Women's edition.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Why this edition still matters
The United States defeated China to win its first women’s World Championship title. Kimberly Hill was named tournament MVP after leading the American title run.
Place in Tournament History
Teams in 2014
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 →Brazil Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · South America (CSV)
View team →Italy Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Dominican Republic Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Russia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Japan Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Serbia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Germany Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Türkiye Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Belgium Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Bulgaria Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Croatia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryNetherlands Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Europe (CEV)
View team →Azerbaijan Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryKazakhstan Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entryArgentina Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · South America (CSV)
View team →Canada Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Puerto Rico Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Thailand Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Asia (AVC)
View team →Cameroon Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · Africa (CAVB)
View team →Cuba Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Mexico Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team · North America (NORCECA)
View team →Tunisia Women’s National Volleyball Team
National Team
Tournament entry2014 Women's Edition FAQ
Who won the 2014 Women's FIVB Volleyball World Championship?
United States won the title, defeating China 3–1 in the final.
Who won the bronze medal?
Brazil took bronze with a 3–2 win over Italy.
How many teams competed?
24 national teams took part in the 2014 Women's edition.
Who was the tournament MVP?
Kimberly Hill was named tournament MVP.
Tournament Sources
Notable Players
