In brief: EC&O Venues to host volleyball for 2012 Olympic Games

EC&O Venues will host the volleyball for the London 2012 Olympic Games at its Earls Court venue, subject to approval from the International Olympic Committee.

EC&O Venues chief operating officer Simon Conway (left) said: "We're delighted to have been able to work with the London 2012 Games' organisers to bring volleyball to Earls Court." London 2012 chairman Sebastian Coe said: "The move to Earls Court will provide volleyball with its own dedicated venue and enable us to showcase Olympic sport in an iconic venue in west London."

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