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James Ledbury (born June 8, 2001) is a British volleyball player known for his role as an outside hitter with Newcastle Knights and his representation of England at various international tournaments https://volleybox.net/james-ledbury-p185164/clubs

Throughout his career, Ledbury has been associated with several clubs, including: • University of Nottingham Volleyball (2019/20 - 2020/21 https://volleybox.net/james-ledbury-p185164/clubs • Black Country (2016/17 - 2018/19 as an opposite; 2020/21 - 2023/24 as an outside hitter) https://volleybox.net/james-ledbury-p185164/clubs • Northumbria University Volleyball (2024/25 - 2025/26) https://volleybox.net/james-ledbury-p185164/clubshttps://volleybox.net/northumbria-university-volleyball-t1877/players • Newcastle Knights (2024/25 - 2025/26) https://volleybox.net/james-ledbury-p185164/clubs

Standing at 194 cm and weighing 88 kg, Ledbury is known for his athleticism and skill on the court, with a spike reach of 335 cm and a block reach of 315 cm. https://volleybox.net/james-ledbury-p185164/clubs

In addition to his club commitments, Ledbury has represented England on the international stage at Cadet, Junior and Senior levels He earned international recognition early on, representing England at the under-17 and under-19 levels.

By 2018, Ledbury's prowess on the court earned him a place in the England Under-17 squad, where he represented the country in the NEVZA Championships held in Denmark. https://www.expressandstar.com/sport/grassroots/2018/03/06/redhill-are-just-red-hot/ His leadership qualities were recognized when he was appointed captain of the England Under-19 team for the NEVZA International Championships in Finland in October 2019 https://www.stourbridgenews.co.uk/sport/17978349.black-country-volleyball-club-players-selected-represent-england/ https://www.thefreelibrary.com/England%2Bcall%2Bfor%2Bquartet.-a0603393226?utm_source=chatgpt.com

He was part of the England Senior Men's team that competed in the 2023 International UVolleyball Invitational Tournament in Mungyeong-Si, South Korea, from August 25th to 31st. https://www.facebook.com/blackcountryvc/posts/%EF%B8%8F-bc-mens-11-james-ledbury-has-been-selected-as-part-of-the-england-senior-mens-/1037154787614684/ https://www.volleyballengland.org/article/633/england-senior-mens-team-confirmed-for-south-korea-t The team sucessfully gained a bronze medal in the tournament. https://www.volleyballengland.org/article/652/england-mens-volleyball-tour-of-south-korea

Ledbury was selected for the England squad that participated in the Novotel Cup in Luxembourg in December 2023, where the team secured a gold medal. https://www.volleyballengland.org/article/828/englands-men-win-the-novotel-cup https://www.facebook.com/blackcountryvc/posts/1139285787401583/

Ledbury was selected for the England squad participating in the Five Nations Championship in Kettering January 2025 where the team secured a gold medal https://www.volleyballengland.org/article/1330/five-nations-and-novotel-england-squads-announced https://www.volleyballengland.org/article/1368/five-nations-championships-2025-day-three-round-up https://uk5-web.dataproject.com/BestPlayerRankingComplete.aspx?ID=5&rt=8

In domestic competitions, Ledbury has been recognised for his contributions to his teams. He was named Player of the Match during Newcastle Knights' victory over Malory Eagles in the DYNAMIK Men’s Super League Opening Weekend in October 2024. https://www.thecourieronline.co.uk/defending-the-castle-the-newcastle-knights-defeat-the-malory-eagles-in-a-thrilling-match/ https://www.volleyballengland.org/article/1226/super-league-opening-weekend-2024---day-one-review

Additionally, he was included in the Super League Team of the Month for October 2024, highlighting his performance as an outside hitter. https://www.volleyballengland.org/article/1307/super-league-teams-of-the-month-and-errea-players-of-the-month-for-october

Ledbury's volleyball journey began during his school years at Redhill School in Stourbridge, where he was part of successful volleyball teams and earned international recognition at a young age. https://www.expressandstar.com/sport/grassroots/2018/03/06/redhill-are-just-red-hot/ https://www.stourbridgenews.co.uk/sport/17978349.black-country-volleyball-club-players-selected-represent-england/

His development and contributions through various clubs and national teams underscores his commitment and impact on the sport and highlight his status as a prominent figure in British volleyball