On a Sunday afternoon during the winter, the Gosman Sports and Convocation Center is usually packed with students and faculty cheering on the Judges' basketball squads.

With both teams playing in Chicago, the upper courts of Gosman were occupied for a very different reason; the first annual co-ed Mixed 4s Volleyball Tournament fundraiser.

Last Sunday afternoon, 16 talented volleyball squads collaborated in an effort to raise money for the men's volleyball club and earn the tournament trophy.

The goal was to raise enough money to send the club to the National Collegiate Club Championship tournament in Kansas City, Missouri during this April.

Each of the participating teams paid an entry fee donation of $20. The event raised approximately $300 for the men's club volleyball team.

Reflecting on the tournament, David Perlow '11, currently working toward a masters in International Economics and Finances and captain of the men's volleyball squad, was pleased with the turnout for the event.

He is also optimistic about the prospects of the fundraiser becoming an annual event in the upcoming years.

"Every year, we try to raise money to finance our trip to Nationals," Perlow said.

"The more money we raise, the more players we can bring, which is great. This event helped us raise around $300 and will definitely help us reach our goal."

The rules of the double elimination tournament followed the same guidelines as those of intramural volleyball.

Perlow and other members of the men's volleyball team believed this would allow the tournament to be accessible to players at all skill and experience levels.

According to Ball So Hard University, the tournament winners, the victory allows for "bragging rights" and the opportunity to defend their title in future years.

Consisting of Brandeis alumni and the current men's volleyball coach, Ball So Hard University achieved a 15-7 victory in the final round to win the tournament.

Perlow also expressed excitement about the upcoming season for the men's volleyball squad.

"With our season starting soon, it's great to see everyone come out in support," he said.

"The diversity of our team really shows, and we are ready to start the season."

As well as Boston-area tournaments, the team will compete at the Collegiate Club Championships, the Division-I event that will be held in Kansas City later in the spring.