Virginia State University volleyball standout Kellee Craig has been selected as one of 18 student-athletes from eight HBCUs to represent the United States in the second annual Ditsala International Cup in Botswana.

The tournament, set for May 29 through June 1 in Gaborone, brings together top collegiate athletes from the U.S. and national teams from across Southern Africa. Hosted by Bring It Promotions and the Botswana Volleyball Federation, the event offers elite competition and encourages cultural exchange through sport.

This year’s U.S. contingent includes players from Alabama State, Bowie State, Elizabeth City State, Hampton, Morgan State, Norfolk State, Virginia State, and Winston-Salem State universities. Two additional teams of U.S. players from 14 other colleges will also compete.

“This is a game-changing moment for these young women,” said Ingrid Wicker McCree, who will co-lead the delegation. “For many, it’s their debut on the international stage, and the opportunity to showcase their talents while representing their universities, communities and HBCU athletics worldwide is incredibly exciting.”

McCree, a retired NCAA Division I athletic director and founder of WM Leadership & Legacy Coaching, will lead the group alongside Deitre Collins-Parker, a former Olympian and current assistant coach with the San Diego Mojo.

The tournament kicks off a three-country tour that includes volleyball clinics and coaching workshops in Francistown and Kasane. The athletes also will visit local landmarks, including the Mokolodi Game Reserve, Khama Rhino Sanctuary, and Chobe River and will travel through Zambia and Zimbabwe with a final stop at Victoria Falls.

In addition to competition and cultural immersion, players will meet with U.S. diplomats at the embassy in Botswana to learn more about sports diplomacy and international engagement.

All matches will be livestreamed on BallerTV at ballertv.com.