Category: Volleyball

Aug 25, 2024

LEÓN AND IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 25, 2024.- Argentina’s Bianca Farriol was honored as the Most Valuable Player MVP of the 21st Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, held from August 18 to 26 in León and Irapuato, Guanajuato. Middle blocker Bianca Farriol, with 7 stuff blocks in the gold medal match against the United States, led her […]

Aug 25, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 25, 2024.- Argentina won their second consecutive Pan American Cup title after defeating the United States 3-0 (25-18, 25-20, 25-19) to claim the gold medal at the 21st edition of the Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, which concluded in León, Guanajuato on Sunday. Argentina finished the event with a 7-1 record, with […]

Aug 25, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 25, 2024. – Mexico defeated Puerto Rico 3-1 (25-20, 15-25, 25-19, 25-16) for fifth place in the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in Irapuato, Guanajuato. With strong blocking from Uxue Guereca and Jocelyn Urías, Mexico managed to control Puerto Rico’s attacks, forcing them into unforced errors due to the local team’s […]

Aug 25, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 25, 2024: Defending champions USA defeated Canada in four sets today to win the 2024 edition of the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre in Gatineau, Quebec.  The score 3-1 (25-19, 17-25, 25-20, 25-22). Although Canada led with more attack points 48-43 and earned six points to USA’s five on aces; […]

Aug 25, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 25, 2024.- Canada defeated Chile in straight sets 3-0 (25-23, 25-23, 25-20) to secure seventh place at the 21st Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in Irapuato, Guanajuato.  Canada struggled in the first two sets against Chilean pressure, who tried to snatch the game, especially with the offensive efforts of Beatriz Novoa and […]

Aug 25, 2024

SOFIA, BULGARIA, August 24, 2024.- ON Sunday 25th, NORCECA teams at the Boys’ U17 World Championship suffered their second defeat in the preliminary round. Mexico was the first to take the court, facing Spain and falling 0-3 (21-25, 18-25, 24-26). Emi Yanixan Diaz with 17 points and Ricardo González with 13 points were Mexico’s top […]

Aug 25, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 25, 2024.- Colombia won the bronze medal at the 21st Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup with a 3-0 (25-18, 25-19, 25-14) victory over the Dominican Republic in León, Guanajuato.  Colombia finished the event with a 4-3 record, while the Dominican Republic ended with a 5-2 record.  This is Colombia’s second bronze medal […]

Aug 25, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 25, 2024: In a back-and-forth match for the podium, Mexico came out on top and goes home with the bronze medal from the 2024 edition of the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. The final score was 3-2 (21-25, 25-17, 25-18, 23-25, 15-11). Mexico led in 59-57 […]

Aug 25, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 25, 2024: The battle for fifth place ended in Cuba’s favor on final day of the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre arena in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. Despite their best efforts for a comeback, Dominican Republic couldn’t handle the powerful attack of Cuba and the match ended in four sets 1-3 […]

Aug 25, 2024

SOFIA, BULGARIA, August 24, 2024.- The Boys’ U17 World Championship kicked off this Saturday with Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Mexico representing NORCECA, all three teams starting with defeats. In Pool A, Mexico was the first to play, losing 3-0 (25-23, 25-14, 25-17) to Chinese Taipei. Emi Yanixan Diaz was the top scorer for Mexico with […]

Aug 25, 2024

LIMA, Peru, August 24, 2024. – Mexico and Puerto Rico finished in the eighth and ninth positions, respectively, at the inaugural edition of the Girls’ FIVB U17 Women’s World Championship, which concluded on Saturday in Lima, Peru. Mexico secured the eighth place after falling to Turkey 1-3 (17-25, 19-25, 25-22, 15-25), while Puerto Rico defeated […]

Aug 25, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 25, 2024: Nicholas Slight, USA’s setter, received the Most Valuable Player Award at the 2024 edition of the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre in Gatineau, Quebec. Also from the United States, DiAeris McRaven was awarded as Second Blocker, Cooper Robinson Best Server and Mason Briggs Best Receiver. From Canada, […]

Aug 25, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 24, 2024.- Argentina will defend its title against the United States after defeating Colombia 3-1 (15-25, 28-26, 25-18, 25-23) in the semifinal of the Women’s Senior Pan American Volleyball Cup on Saturday in León, Guanajuato. Argentina will defend its title on Sunday at 6:00 pm (local time) against the United States. Argentina […]

Aug 24, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 24, 2024. – Cuba triumphed over Peru in straight sets 3-0 (25-20, 25-12, 25-21) to secure ninth place in the 21st Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup. Cuba dominated the match with a 43-30 advantage in kills and an 8-5 margin in blocks, but Peru performed better in service 6-4. However, Peru committed […]

Aug 24, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 24, 2024:Mexico secured a spot in the bronze-medal match after a win over Canada at the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre arena in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada Mexico beat Canada in four sets 3-1 (25-21, 25-23, 25-27, 25-21). Attack points were even at 57; Canada had the advantage in blocks […]

Aug 24, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 24, 2024 – Mexico recovered from losing the third set to win 3-1 (28-26, 25-12, 22-25, 25-14) against Chile and will play for fifth place in the 21st Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup against Puerto Rico. Mexico will face Puerto Rico for fifth place in the Cup, while Chile will play against […]

Aug 24, 2024

LEON, Mexico, August 24, 2024. – The United States booked their place in the final of the 21st Women’s Senior Pan American Volleyball Cup by defeating the Dominican Republic 3-0 (25-18, 25-23, 28-26) in the semifinals. This marks the tenth time that the United States has advanced to compete for the gold medal in the […]

Aug 24, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 24, 2024. – Puerto Rico, in a nearly two-hour match and after falling in five sets last night against the Dominican Republic, prevailed 3-2 (16-25, 25-16, 25-16, 16-25, 15-10) over Canada, advancing to the fifth-place match of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup. In a very even match-up in all aspects, […]

Aug 24, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 24, 2024:  USA came back from a close first set to block Cuba from a win today at the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre arena in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. USA won in three sets (33-31, 25-14, 25-17) The United States led in attack points (40-35) and ace serves (6-3) and […]

Aug 24, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 24, 2024: Puerto Rico defeated Dominican Republic today at the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre arena in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. The score was 3-1 (25-17, 25-22, 15-25, 25-20). Although the Dominican team led in attack points (52-50) and blocks (9-6), Puerto Rico’s squad held the advantage in aces (5-1) and […]

Aug 24, 2024

SOFIA, Bulgaria, August 24, 2024.- Cuba, Mexico and Puerto Rico compete at the inaugural edition of the FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship in Sofía, Bulgaria from August 24-31. The 16 best U17 men’s national teams on the planet begin on Saturday the race to claim the first-ever world title in the age group as […]

Aug 24, 2024

LIMA, PERU, August 23, 2024. On Friday, Canada and Puerto Rico earned victories against the Dominican Republic and Croatia, respectively, while Mexico lost to Brazil in a five-set match at the Girls’ U17 World Championship taking place in Lima, Peru. Canada defeated the Dominican Republic 3-1 (26-24, 19-25, 25-21, 25-15). The Canadians dominated in all […]

Aug 24, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 23, 2024.- Argentina reached the semifinals of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup after a five-set comeback victory over Mexico 3-2 (15-25, 21-25, 25-17, 25-13, 15-12) on Friday at the Domo de La Feria in León, Guanajuato. Argentina will face Colombia in the second semifinal on Saturday, while the first semifinal […]

Aug 23, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 23, 2024.- Led by their captain Beatriz Novoa, Chile achieved an exciting 3-2 (25-20, 26-28, 28-26, 19-25, 15-8) victory over Peru in the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, to play for positions 5 to 8 of the event. Novoa scored 33 points, the highest in a single match in the Pan […]

Aug 23, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 23, 2024.- The Dominican Republic bounced back from two sets down to defeat Puerto Rico 3-2 (19-25, 24-26, 25-23, 27-25, 15-8) and secure a spot in the semifinals of the 21st Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in León, Guanajuato. Dominican Republic will wait to learn their semifinal opponent, while Puerto Rico will […]

Aug 23, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 23, 2024.- Canada defeated Cuba 3-1 (27-25, 20-25, 25-19, 26-24) to advance to the battle for positions 5 to 8 at the 21st Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup. Canada will play a classification match for positions 5 to 8 on Saturday at the Inforum in Irapuato, while Cuba will await the loser […]

Aug 23, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 23, 2024:  Dominican Republic beat Cuba today 3-0 at the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre arena in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. The score was 3-0 (25-20, 25-23, 25-22). Dominican held the advantage in attack points (53-42), blocks were even at seven and Cuba had the slight edge in serves 3-2.  Errors […]

Aug 23, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 23, 2024.- Costa Rica secured 11th place at the 21st Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup after defeating Suriname 3-0 (25-15, 25-13, 25-13). Both teams were seeking their first win of the tournament and started evenly in the first set, with blocks on both sides. However, Costa Rica pulled ahead from the point […]

Aug 23, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 23, 2024:  Puerto Rico re-grouped after losing the first set to beat Mexico in four today at Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre arena in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. The final score was 1-3 (25-18, 26-28, 19-25, 20-25). Although Mexico was more aggressive on attack points (52-46) and had a couple […]

Aug 23, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 23, 2024:  Canada keeps its perfect record after a win over the United States today at the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre arena in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. Canada won in straight sets 3-0 (25-21, 25-23, 25-18), and has a 4-0 record in the tournament. This was Team USA’s first […]

Aug 22, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 22, 2024.- Colombia reached to the semifinals of the Women’s Pan American Cup as first place in Pool A after defeating Mexico 3-1 (26-24, 23-25, 25-23, 25-21) on Thursday at the Domo de La Feria in León, Guanajuato. Mexico finished third place with a 3-2 record in Pool A and will face […]

Aug 22, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 22, 2024.- United States won Pool B unbeaten (5-0) over Argentina 3-1 (25-19, 25-18, 21-25, 25-21) and got a direct ticket to the semifinals in the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup.  Argentina (4-1) will play the quarterfinals on Friday against the third-place team from Pool A, Mexico. In the other quarterfinal […]

Aug 22, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 22, 2024:  Canada earned its third win in a row at the Men’s Final Six at the Slush Puppie Centre arena in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. With this 3-0 (25-23, 25-20, 25-21) win over Cuba, Canada is 3-0 in the tournament so far. Cuba has one win and two losses. Today, Canada led […]

Aug 22, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 22, 2024. – The Dominican Republic dominated Canada with a significant advantage in blocking (10-4) for a 3-0 (25-15, 25-23, 25-17) victory in the XXI Women’s Senior Pan American Volleyball Cup in León, Guanajuato.  The Dominican Republic finished Pool A with a 4-1 record and is awaiting the result between Colombia and […]

Aug 22, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 22, 2024:  Mexico defeated Dominican Republic today at the Men’s Final Six, which is being held at the Slush Puppie Centre in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. After recovering from a five-set loss to USA yesterday, Mexico was strong on its offense to sweep the Mexican team 3-0 (25-18, 25-21, 25-21) today. Mexico dominated […]

Aug 22, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 22, 2024 – Cuba secured fourth place in Pool B by defeating Chile 3-0 (25-18, 25-15, 25-18) in the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, thanks to a strong blocking game that limited their opponents’ options. Cuba finished the group stage with a 2-3 record, while Chile ended with 1-4. Both teams […]

Aug 22, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 22, 2024:  The United States has a 3-0 record at the Men’s Final Six, which is being held at the Slush Puppie Centre in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. Team USA today swept Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-15, 25-21, 25-23) for its third victory in a row.  USA led in attack points (43-29), blocks (9-5), aces […]

Aug 22, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 22, 2024. – Peru ended the group stage with a 3-0 (25-10, 25-11, 25-8) victory over Suriname in Pool A of the XXI Women’s Senior Pan American Volleyball Cup in León, Guanajuato.  Peru finished with a 2-3 record in Pool A and will compete in the matches for positions 7 to 10. […]

Aug 22, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 22, 2024 .- Puerto Rico qualified for the quarterfinals after defeating Costa Rica 3-0 (25-12, 25-14, 25-19) in Pool B of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup.  Puerto Rico (3-2) finished in third place in Pool B and will move to León to play in the quarterfinals on Friday, awaiting to […]

Aug 22, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 21, 2024.- Argentina (4-0) showed character and courage to defeat Cuba (1-3) in straight sets 3-0 (27-25, 25-15, 25-23) in the last match of day four in Group B of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup. Cuba took a 21-16 lead in the first set, but Argentina tightened their block and […]

Aug 22, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 21, 2024.- Mexico defeated Peru in exciting five-sets (22-25, 25-23, 25-23, 23-25, 15-11) in Pool A of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in León, Guanajuato. This was Mexico’s second consecutive five-set match, improving their record to 3-1, the same as Colombia and the Dominican Republic. Peru now stands at 1-3. […]

Aug 21, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 21, 2024.- Puerto Rico (2-2) overcame a tough battle to defeat Chile (1-3) 3-2 (18-25, 25-19, 25-20, 18-25, 15-9) in Pool B of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup. It was a crucial match for both teams, as the quarterfinal qualification and ranking position were at stake. The top scorer of […]

Aug 21, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 21, 2024: Canada won its second match in a row at the NORCECA Men’s Final 6 in Gatineau, Quebec, with a 3-0 (32-30, 25-19, 27-25) win over Dominican Republic. The match was a back-and-forth battle, with Canada ultimately able to close each set for the sweep. Canada led in attack points (54-43), blocks […]

Aug 21, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 21, 2024.- Dominican Republic clinched an important victory over Colombia, putting them in the fight for first place in Pool A at the XXI Women’s Pan American Cup in León, Guanajuato. Dominican Republic defeated Colombia 3-2 (18-25, 25-17, 28-26, 28-30, 15-10) to improve their record to 3-1. Colombia has the same record […]

Aug 21, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 21, 2024. – Canada improved its record in Pool A (2-2) after defeating Suriname 3-0 (25-16, 25-9, 25-13) in the 21st Women’s Senior Pan American Volleyball Cup being held in León, Guanajuato. Canada had no trouble securing advantages in every skill: attacks (45-6), blocks (5-3), and serves (14-2), but they conceded 27 […]

Aug 21, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 21, 2024. –  United States (4-0) continues its perfect run in pursuit of the top spot in Pool B to advance to the semifinals after defeating Costa Rica (0-4) with a 3-0 (25-8, 25-12, 25-15) victory in the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup. With one match remaining against Argentina on Thursday […]

Aug 21, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 21, 2024:  United States prevailed in five-set match over Mexico this afternoon at the Men’s Final 6 in Gatineau, Quebec. Both teams had the momentum at different key moments in the match, until USA came through in a fiery fifth set, that also saw Mexico’s head coach Carlos Eduardo Schwanke receive a red […]

Aug 21, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 21, 2024:  Cuba earned its first win today at the NORCECA Men’s Final 6 in Gatineau, Quebec, with a 3-0 (25-23, 26-24, 25-20) victory over Puerto Rico. It was a tight match, with Cuba leading in attack points (38-35) and serves (7-3), but Puerto Rico holding the advantage in blocking points 12-9, and […]

Aug 21, 2024

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 […]

Aug 21, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 20, 2024. – Mexico locked its second victory in Pool A with an exciting five-set match (19-25, 25-19, 23-25, 26-24, 15-12) against Canada in the XXI Women’s Pan American Cup in León, Guanajuato. Mexico improved its record to 2-1, while Canada fell to 1-2. On the third day of the event, Canada […]

Aug 20, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 20, 2024. – United States (3-0) had to battle after losing the first set to secure a 3-1 (21-25, 25-12, 25-21, 25-10) victory against Cuba (1-2) to close out the third day of Pool B in the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup. It was the first set that the United States […]

Aug 20, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 20, 2024. – With a dramatic finish, Colombia defeated Peru 3-0 (25-19, 25-18, 35-33) to maintain their undefeated record in Pool A of the 21st Women’s Pan American Cup being held in León, Guanajuato, Mexico.  Colombia has a 3-0 record in Pool A and Peru is now 1-2. Colombia (3-0) and the […]

Aug 20, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 20, 2024. – Argentina remains undefeated (3-0) after defeating Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-16, 25-19, 25-16) in Pool B of the XXI Pan American Volleyball Cup.  Argentina resisted the pressure from Puerto Rico at the start of the first set, but gradually settled in, building an initial two-point lead that grew to five […]

Aug 20, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. August 20, 2024: Canada’s next generation of talent defeated Puerto Rico today at the Men’s Final 6 in Gatineau, Quebec, at the Slush Puppie Centre arena. The final score was 3-0 (25-19, 25-21, 25-19). Canada dominated in attack points (47-26), held a slight advantage in blocking (7-6), and serves were also in Canada’s […]

Aug 20, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. August 20, 2024: The United States recovered from a slow start to defeat the Dominican Republic 3-1 (28-26, 22-25, 25-19, 25-16) on the first day of the NORCECA Men’s Final 6 in Gatineau, Quebec. Team USA led in attack points 62- 41, blocking points 13-7, and aces 5-3. Dominican Republic capitalized on USA’s […]

Aug 20, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 18, 2024. – Chile defeated Costa Rica 3-0 (25-09, 25-22, 25-20) to secure their first victory in Pool B of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico.  After a first set that was completely dominated by Chile, Costa Rica tightened up in the second with quick attacks through […]

Aug 20, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 20, 2024. –  Dominican Republic secured their second victory in the XXI Women’s Senior Pan American Cup after defeating Suriname 3-0 (25-7, 25-13, 25-14) in Pool A, held in León, Guanajuato.  The Dominican Republic improved their record to 2-1, while Suriname remains winless (0-3).  On Wednesday, Suriname (0-3) will face Canada at […]

Aug 20, 2024

GATINEAU, CANADA. Aug. 20, 2024: The NORCECA Men’s Final 6 kicked off today in Gatineau, Quebec, at the Slush Puppie Centre, with Mexico sweeping Cuba in the tournament’s opening match. The final score was 3-0 (25-22, 25-9, 25-21). Mexico led in attack points 36-32, blocks 9-4, aces 4-2 and made significantly fewer errors than Cuba […]

Aug 20, 2024

LIMA, Peru, August 19, 2024. – The group stage of the Girls’ U17 World Championship has concluded, with NORCECA teams Mexico finishing 2nd in Pool C, Puerto Rico 3rd in Pool D, and the Dominican Republic and Canada in 3rd and 4th place in Pool A, respectively. The round of 16 will be played on […]

Aug 20, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 19, 2024. – Dominican Republic defeated Mexico 3-1 (25-21, 25-20, 26-28, 25-16)  in Pool A on Monday at the XXI Women’s Pan American Cup at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato. Dominican Republic (1-1) continues the pool-play against Suriname (0-2) at 2:00 pm (local time), while Mexico (1-1) faces Canada […]

Aug 19, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 19, 2024 – The United States remains unstoppable (2-2) after defeating Puerto Rico (1-1) 3-0 (25-14, 25-20, 25-15) to conclude day two in Pool B of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in Irapuato, Guanajuato. Kendall Kipp was flawless with 18 points, including 16 kills and two blocks, joined by team […]

Aug 19, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 19, 2024.- Argentina came from behind in the first set to defeat Chile 3-0 (25-23, 25-13, 25-08) in Pool B of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup. Chile dominated the start of the first set with a lead of up to 4 points, but Argentina fought back as the set was […]

Aug 19, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 19, 2024.- Canada bounced back from losing the first set to beat Peru 3-1 (22-25, 26-24, 25-21, 25-23) in the twenty first edition of the Women’s Senior Pan American Cup, being played at León and Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico. Both Canada and Peru have a record of one win and one loss in […]

Aug 19, 2024

GATINEAU, Canada, August 19, 2024.- Coaches are ready for the NORCECA Men’s Final 6 competition that kicks off on Wednesday at the Slush Puppie Center in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. USA head coach Andy Read:  “Coming back to the Final 6 as champions from last year is a great honor and challenge for us. It’s a different […]

Aug 19, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 19, 2024.- Cuba earned its first victory of the tournament (1-1) by defeating Costa Rica (0-2) with a 3-0 (25-18, 25-19, 25-18) score at the start of the second day of action in Pool B of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico. Cuba was superior from the […]

Aug 19, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 19, 2024.- Colombia earned a 3-0 (25-4, 25-12, 25-9) victory over Suriname in Pool A of the XXI Senior Women’s Pan American Cup, which is being held simultaneously in the cities of León and Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico. Colombia’s next opponent (2-0) will be Peru on Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. (local time). Suriname […]

Aug 19, 2024

LIMA, Peru, August 8, 2024. – Mexico earned its first victory in Pool C of the Girls’ U17  World Championship in Peru, defeating Argentina in straight sets (25-22, 25-22, 25-19). The Mexicans dominated in attacks 40-33 and in serves 8-3. Argentina was superior in blocking with a 15-8 advantage. Karen Alejandra González was Mexico’s top […]

Aug 18, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 18, 2024. – The United States showcased their strength defeating Chile 3-0 (25-13, 25-16, 25-18) in the third Pool B match of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico. The North American team was dominant in attack (35-29) and showed strength in blocking (9-5), thanks in part to […]

Aug 18, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 18, 2024. – Mexico was dominant over Suriname, winning 3-0 (25-6, 25-12, 25-10) in Pool A of the XXI Senior Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, which began simultaneously on Sunday in León and Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico. Mexico (1-0) will face the Dominican Republic (0-1) in their second match on Monday at 8:00 […]

Aug 18, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 18, 2024 – Puerto Rico defeated Cuba 3-2 (25-22, 15-25, 22-25, 28-26, 15-8) in a blocking battle that saw a total of 31 effective blocks between both teams, in the second match of Group B at the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup in Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico. The Puerto Ricans won the […]

Aug 18, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 18, 2024 – Colombia defeated Canada 3-0 (27-25, 25-21, 25-18) in their debut in Pool A of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, which is being held in the cities of León and Irapuato in Guanajuato, Mexico. On Monday, Colombia (1) will face Suriname at 2:00 p.m. (local time), and Canada […]

Aug 18, 2024

IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 18, 2024. – Argentina opened with a 3-0 (25-16, 25-14, 25-22) victory over Costa Rica in Pool B of the XXI Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, which is taking place simultaneously from August 18 to 25 in the cities of León and Irapuato in Guanajuato, Mexico. Defending champion Argentina gave Costa Rica […]

Aug 18, 2024

LEÓN, Mexico, August 18, 2024 – Peru opened the twenty-first edition of the Women’s Pan American Volleyball Cup with a 3-1 (27-25, 25-14, 15-25, 25-15) victory over the Dominican Republic in Pool A, which is being held in León, Guanajuato, Mexico. Peru had an advantage of 49 to 42 in attacking points and benefited from […]

Aug 18, 2024

LIMA, Peru, August 17, 2024. – Puerto Rico swept Croatia, the Dominican Republic defeated Canada in four sets, and Mexico fell in five sets to Italy in the opening of the first Girls’ U17 FIVB World Championship, in Lima, Peru. Puerto Rico opened their campaign with an important 3-0 (25-21, 25-23, 25-11) victory over Croatia […]

Aug 17, 2024

LEÓN & IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 17, 2024. – A significant challenge awaits the 12 teams and their coaches who will compete in the XXI Women’s Pan American Women’s Volleyball Cup, to be held from August 18 to 25 in the cities of León and Irapuato in Guanajuato, Mexico. The Pan American Cup grants FIVB World […]

Aug 17, 2024

LEÓN & IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 17, 2024.- Domo de la Feria in León and Inforum Irapuato in Irapuato, the two competition halls for the twenty first edition of the Senior Women’s Volleyball Pan American are set for the event that runs from August 18 to 25 in Guanajuato, Mexico. The Women’s Pan American Cup that […]

Aug 16, 2024

LIMA, Peru, August 16, 2024.- Canada, Dominican Republic, Mexico and Puerto Rico are set to compete at the inaugural edition of the FIVB Volleyball Girls’ U17 World Championship in Lima, Peru, from August 17-24. A total of 16 national teams from five continents are allocated in four pools. Canada and the Dominican Republic are in […]

Aug 16, 2024

GATINEAU, Canada, August 16, 2024.- The Centre Slush Puppie in Gatineau, Quebec, will host the 2024 Men’s NORCECA Final Six, from August 20 to 25 , 2024. Canada will be hosting Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Puerto Rico and United States. Last year’s edition was also hosted by Canada in Edmonton, Alberta, where USA won the […]

Aug 14, 2024

LEON & IRAPUATO, Mexico, August 14, 2024.- The cities of León and Irapuato in the state of Guanajuato, Mexico will host the twenty first edition of the NORCECA Senior Women’s Volleyball Pan American Cup from August 18 through 26. The Women’s Pan American Cup that provides FIVB World Ranking points, is the qualification competition to […]

Aug 11, 2024

PARIS, France, August 11, 2024.- The United States won the Paris 2024 Olympic Games silver medal on Sunday at the South Paris Arena 1 making their fifth-straight Olympic podium appearance and becoming the country with the most Olympic medals in women’s indoor volleyball. United States won the silver medal for an overall of seven Olympic […]

Aug 09, 2024

PARIS, France, August 9, 2024.- Ending the men’s volleyball tournament of the Paris 2024 Games with the bronze medals around their necks was the goal for both the United States and Italy, but the Americans were the ones to succeed in the task after they won the exciting battle for the third place held on Friday at the South Paris […]

Aug 07, 2024

PARIS, France, August 7, 2024.- The U.S. Men’s National Team will play for the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics after falling to Poland, 3-2 (25-23, 25-27, 14-25, 25-23, 15-13) in the semifinals on Wednesday. The U.S. (4-1) will meet the loser of the Italy-France match on Friday at 7 a.m. PT. Poland was playing […]

Aug 06, 2024

PARIS, France, August 6, 2024.- Dominican Republic ended the 2024 Paris Olympic Games in eight place after falling 0-3 (22-25, 13-25, 17-25) to Brazil in quarterfinals on Tuesday at the South Paris Arena 1. Brazil led in attack points (43-30), in blocking (10-4) and in aces (5-2). The Dominican Republic committed 17 errors and Brazil […]

Aug 06, 2024

PARIS, France, August 6, 2024.- The United States are one step closer to succeeding in their defense of the Olympic title won three years ago in Tokyo as they advanced to the semifinals of the Paris 2024 Games on Tuesday with a straight-set victory over Poland and will compete in the medal rounds. After benefiting from strong starts in the first […]

Aug 05, 2024

PARIS, France, August 5, 2024.- The United States came out on top in one of the biggest rivalry matches in international men’s volleyball, beating Brazil in straight sets on Monday, and advanced to the semifinals of the Paris 2024 Games. Set to play Poland for a spot in the tournament’s gold medal match on Wednesday, the Americans split two close sets with […]

Aug 04, 2024

PARIS, France, August 4, 2024.- The U.S. Women’s National Team clinched a berth in the quarterfinals of the Paris Olympics with a tight 3-0 (29-27, 29-27, 25-20) victory over France before a boisterous French crowd on Sunday. The U.S. finished pool play 2-1, while France did not take a set in its first Olympic appearance. […]

Aug 04, 2024

Every night, the lights dim at the Eiffel Tower Stadium as France’s most iconic landmark lights the night sky As the sun sets on the Eiffel Tower Stadium, the beach volleyball party ramps up a notch. Darkness envelopes the stadium. The lights dim. 13,000 mobile phone lights illuminate the stadium stands. After the sun sets […]

Aug 04, 2024

PARIS, France, August 3, 2024.- Canada’s men’s team concluded the group phase in a battle with Serbia, that ended in a 2-3 (25-16, 25-22, 24-26, 19-25, 16-18) loss for Canada and finishing 10th in the overall standings of the men’s Olympic tournament. Canada led in attack points 65-58, blocking 8-4, while Serbia led in aces 10-7 […]

Aug 03, 2024

SPANISH TOWN, August 2, 2024.- Trinidad and Tobago teams  played superbly to advance to both  finals of the CAZOVA U19 Volleyball Championships on day seven.  The men will tackle Barbados while the women will take on hosts Jamaica.       Trinidad and Tobago women had to fight for every point in their semifinal clash […]

Aug 03, 2024

PARIS, France, July 3, 2024.- The Caribbean beat the Netherlands in four sets and are guaranteed in the elimination rounds in Paris. The Dominican Republic got their first victory in the women’s volleyball tournament of the Paris 2024 Olympics at the perfect moment as their four-set triumph against the Netherlands on Saturday at the South Paris Arena 1 qualified them for […]

Aug 02, 2024

PARIS, France, August 2, 2024.- The U.S. Men’s National Team earned a top three seed in the quarterfinals of the Paris Olympics and finished 3-0 to win Pool B with a 3-1 (25-16, 25-18, 18-25, 25-19) win over Japan on Friday. By winning the third set, Japan clinched its first Olympic quarterfinal appearance since Barcelona […]

Aug 01, 2024

PARIS, France, August 1, 2024.- The Dominican Republic fell to Türkiye 1-3 (25-21, 18-25, 22-25, 15-25) on Thursday and will play a decisive match against the Netherlands to move forward at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Dominican Republic dropped 0-2 in Pool C and the Netherlands with the same record but with one point will […]

Aug 01, 2024

SPANISH TOWN, Jamaica, July 31, 2024.- The semi-finalists in the CAZOVA U19 Boys and Girls Volleyball Championships have been decided after the playing of the Quarterfinals on Day 5.               In the first quarterfinal, the U.S. Virgin Islands men were too good for the Cayman Islands, beating them in […]

Jul 31, 2024

PARIS, France, July 31, 2024.-  Led by an incredible blocking performance from Chiaka Ogbogu, the U.S. Women’s National Team earned a dramatic 3-2 (25-17, 25-20, 20-25, 14-25. 17-15) victory over reigning world champion Serbia in the Paris Olympics on Wednesday. The U.S., which has earned three points in the standings by splitting two five-set matches […]

Jul 31, 2024

SPANISH TOWN, Jamaica, July 30, 2014.- The preliminary rounds of the CAZOVA Under 19 Boys and Girls Championships ended on day four with three games. These games were ultimately used to determine the matchups in the Quarterfinals which begin on day five, Wednesday, July 31.                 In one […]

Jul 30, 2024

PARIS, France, July 30, 2024.- United States was taken to a fifth set before coming away with its second win 3-2 (25-21, 25-17, 17-25, 20-25, 15-11) over Germany and Canada fell to France 0-3 (20-25, 21-25, 17-25) for its second loss in the Paris Olympics on Tuesday. With the five-set win, the U.S. received two […]

Jul 30, 2024

SPANISH TOWN, Jamaica, July 29, 2024.- Hosts Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago men took big steps into the semifinals of the CAZOVA U19 Volleyball Championships when they won their games on day three. Jamaica, after beating  Aruba on day one, had to produce mightily against the U.S. Virgin Islands who were impressive in beating Aruba […]

Jul 29, 2024

PARIS, France, July 29, 2024.- The U.S. Women’s National Team made a valiant comeback before dropping its Paris Olympics opener to China, 3-2 (25-20, 25-19, 17-25, 20-25, 15-13) on Monday. China received two points in pool play for the victory, while the U.S. earned one point for going five. The U.S. entered the Olympic Games […]

Jul 29, 2024

SPANISH TOWN, Jamaica, July 28, 2024.- The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) men produced the most impressive performances on day two of the CAZOVA U19, with a 3-0 (25-20,25-22, 25-18) beating of Aruba. USVI, who are one of the favorites based on today’s display, put on a clinic of power-hitting and serving, which got the […]

Jul 28, 2024

PARIS, France, July 28, 2024.- Slovenia made history, securing a victory in their first-ever match at the Olympics. The Europeans were dominant from start to finish and topped Canada 3-1 (25-21, 25-20, 20-25, 25-21) to end the day at the South Paris Arena 1. The triumph placed them in first place in pool A with three points, one more […]