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Houston nonprofit launches global volleyball event aimed at combating bullying
By Zion Webb at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
A Houston-area nonprofit is inviting people around globe to hop on the courts and help a cause: stop childhood bullying.Block the Bully is the nonprofit hosting the inaugural World Volleyball Day on July 7, founded by Houston native Steven Lockhardt.Lockhardt said that like many other children, h...
Key takeaway Block the Bully is the nonprofit hosting the inaugural World Volleyball Day on July 7, founded by Houston native Steven Lockhardt.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The launch of World Volleyball Day by Block the Bully, a Houston-area nonprofit, brings a unique approach to combating childhood bullying to the local community. As a city with a strong presence of community-driven initiatives, Houston is an ideal location to host such an event. The fact that four official locations in the Houston area, including Katy, Tomball, Spring, and Magnolia, are participating in the movement, demonstrates the potential for widespread impact. By leveraging the popularity of volleyball, Block the Bully aims to create a sense of belonging and confidence among children, which is crucial in preventing bullying. The organization's goal of making World Volleyball Day a global tradition mirrors the success of events like Race for the Cure, and it will be interesting to see how the community responds to this new initiative. As the event grows, it may also attract attention from local schools and community centers, potentially leading to more collaborative efforts to address bullying in the Houston area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Houston-area nonprofit is inviting people around globe to hop on the courts and help a cause: stop childhood bullying.Block the Bully is the nonprofit hosting the inaugural World Volleyball Day on July 7, founded by Houston native Steven Lockhardt.Lockhardt said that like many other children, h...
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