Olympic beach volleyball star Anders Mol is making a surprise move to indoor volleyball, joining Rana Verona for the 2026/27 season. The 29-year-old Norwegian athlete becomes the Italian SuperLega team's final signing and will play as an opposite hitter. His shift from beach courts to indoor venues is an unusual step in his career.
With his long-time partner Christian Sørum, Mol has achieved Olympic gold at Tokyo 2020. He also won bronze at Paris 2024 and the 2022 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championship. He intends to wrap up the current Beach Pro Tour season. He will focus on his new indoor role in Italy. He aims to reunite with Sørum for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
I selected Rana Verona because I found a driven team with a strong vision, Mol stated. This is a thrilling chance to push myself in a brand-new setting. I want to improve every day. I want to support the team fully and advance as a player. He also mentioned that the experience could enhance his beach volleyball skills. It is for the upcoming Olympic cycle.
Adi Lami, Rana Verona’s sporting director, called the signing a significant boost to the team. Anders is a remarkable champion who knows how to compete and succeed at the highest levels, Lami noted. His experience, dedication, and winning attitude will be essential during games. They will also be essential in the team environment.
Mol is joining Rana Verona after the club had its best season yet. Highlights included winning the Italian Cup. They finished second in the Super Cup and secured a SuperLega bronze. They also qualified for the CEV Champions League for the first time in the club’s history.