Past Tournaments

The vision for the Ditsala International Cup was born in 2018, following a landmark visit by Howard University to Botswana and Zimbabwe. This historic trip laid the foundation for a tournament that would celebrate cultural exchange, athletic excellence, and international collaboration.

In 2024, Howard University returned to Botswana to participate in the inaugural Ditsala International Tournament. Demonstrating exceptional performance and leadership, Howard University emerged as the first-ever tournament champions, solidifying their legacy in the competition’s history.

The 2025 edition of the tournament saw the inclusion of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), which fielded two teams, along with two mixed BIP Teams. The HBCU Yellow Team claimed the championship title, further elevating the tournament’s competitive spirit and impact.

The 2026 tournament marked another exciting chapter in the growth of the Ditsala International Cup. The U.S. delegation featured Morgan State University alongside a mixed HBCU team made up of student-athletes representing multiple Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Both teams competed in high-level international matches against the Botswana National Women’s Team and the Zambia National Women’s Team, creating a memorable week of competition, cultural exchange, and connection through volleyball. Looking ahead to 2027, the Ditsala International Cup is excited to welcome an HBCU men’s team, an HBCU women’s team, and a Team BIP women’s team for another year of international competition, cultural exchange, and connection through volleyball.