LIMA, Peru, August 20, 2024.- Mexico defeated Dominican Republic 3-0 (25-18, 25-19, 25-16) to advance to the quarterfinal round of the Girls’ U17 World Championship in Peru.
Mexico dominated in attacks 39-19 and in serves 11-5, while the Dominican Republic was superior in blocks 10-5. Yliana Rubi Zuñiga was the top scorer for Mexico with 16 points, supported by Karen Alejandra González with 11 points. For the Dominican Republic, Caroline Rodríguez was their best attacker with 8 points.
FIVB Volleyball Girls’ U17 World Championship: match schedule
On Wednesday, August 21, Mexico will face China at 10:30 am local time for a spot in the semifinals.
Canada lost 0-3 to Italy (19-25, 17-25, 17-25), and Puerto Rico could not overcome Turkey, losing 0-3 (18-25, 7-25, 18-25).
Also, on Wednesday (local time), the Dominican Republic will face Croatia at 11:00 am, and Canada will play Puerto Rico at 2:00 pm in the matches to determine positions 9 to 16.
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