HATO MAYOR, Dominican Republic, August 26, 2024.- The NORCECA/FIVB Regional Development Center in Santo Domingo, NORCECA Confederation, and FIVB successfully concluded the International Beach Volleyball Coaches Course at Rancho Doña Callita in Hato Mayor. The course was held from August 20 to 24, led by FIVB Instructor Mauro Hernández from Venezuela, accompanied by Olympic coach […]
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Puerto Rico Earns First Victory in Boys’ U17 World Championship
SOFIA, BULGARIA, August 26, 2024.- Puerto Rico earned its first victory in the Boys’ U17 World Championship being held in Bulgaria after defeating Cuba 3-0 (26-24, 25-14, 25-18) on Monday. Puerto Rico outperformed the Cubans in blocks 14-8 and in serves 3-2, while both teams were tied in attacks with 34 points each. Puerto Rico […]
Bianca Farriol Named Most Valuable Player
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 […]
Argentina Wins Back-to-Back Title at the Women’s Pan American Cup
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 […]
Mexico Outclass Puerto Rico for 5th place at Women’s Pan American Cup
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 […]
USA Repeats as Men’s Final Six Champion
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; […]
Canada Seventh place with straight set win against Chile
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 […]
Second Loss for Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Mexico at the Boys’ U17 World Championship
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 […]
Colombia Takes Bronze at Women’s Pan Am Cup
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 […]
Mexico outlasts Puerto Rico for bronze
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 […]
Cuba battles Dominican Republic for fifth place
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 […]
Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Mexico Start with Defeats in the Boys’ U17 World Championship
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 […]
Mexico and Puerto Rico in the Top Ten of the Girls’ U17 World Championship
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 […]
USA Nicholas Slight MVP at NORCECA Men’s Final Six
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, […]
Argentina to Defend Its Title Against the United States
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 […]
Cuba Swept Peru to Finish Ninth place
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 […]
Mexico beats Canada at Final Six
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 […]
Mexico Struggles to Defeat Chile and Will Face Puerto Rico for Fifth Place
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 […]
United States Booked their Place in the Women’ Pan Am Cup Finals
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 […]
Puerto Rico plays another 5-set battle, this time they won against Canada
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, […]
USA recovers from a slow start to beat Cuba
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 […]
Puerto Rico earns second win at Final Six
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 […]
Cuba, Mexico and Puerto Rico compete at Boys’ U17 World Championship
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 […]
NORCECA Congratulates Roko Sikirić on Election as CEV President
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, August 24, 2024.- The North, Central America, and Caribbean Volleyball Confederation NORCECA extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Roko Sikirić on his election as the new President of the European Volleyball Confederation (CEV) for the 2024-2028 term. The election took place during the CEV General Assembly, marking a significant milestone in […]
Canada and Puerto Rico Secure Wins at Girls’ U17 World Championship
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 […]
Comeback Win in 5- Sets puts Argentina in Semifinals
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 […]
Novoa leads Chile in five-set Victory against Peru
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 […]
Dominican Republic Bounces Back in Five Sets to Reach Semifinals
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 […]
Canada outperforms Cuba to play for positions 5 to 8
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 […]
Dominican Republic sweeps Cuba
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 […]
Costa Rica Finishes 11th Defeating Suriname
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 […]
Puerto Rico comes back to beat Mexico
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 […]
Canada sweeps USA in Final Six
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 […]
Mexico Falls to China and will Play for Positions 5 to 8 at the U17 World Championship
LIMA, Peru, August 22, 2024.- Mexico couldn’t overcome China, losing the quarterfinal match of the Girls’ U17 World Championship 0-3 (10-25, 16-25, 6-25) in Lima, Peru. China outperformed Mexico in every skill of the game, leading in attacks (37-23), blocks (9-1), and serves (13-0). Yliana Rubi Zuñiga was the top scorer for Mexico with 9 […]
Colombia Reaches Semifinals as Top Finisher in Pool A
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 […]
USA Unbeaten Move to Semifinals winning Pool B over Argentina
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 […]
Canada beats Cuba to stay undefeated
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 […]
Dominican Republic Dominates Canada with Blocking
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 […]
Mexico overpowers Dominican Republic at Men’s Final Six
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 […]
Cuba Overcomes Chile for Fourth Place in Pool B
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 […]
USA wins its third match of Final 6 tournament
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 […]
Peru Ends Preliminary Round with Victory Over Suriname
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. […]
Puerto Rico Advances to Quarterfinals with Win Over Costa Rica
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 […]
A passionate Argentina prevails over Cuba
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 […]
Mexico Takes Down Peru in Exciting Five Sets
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. […]
Puerto Rico wins against Chile in five thrilling sets
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 […]
Canada beats Dominican Republic at Final Six
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 […]
Dominican Republic Clinch Important Win against Colombia
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 […]
Canada improves 2-2 in Pool A
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 […]
USA Remains Undefeated with 3-0 Win Over Costa Rica
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 […]
USA wins five-set contest at Final Six
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 […]
International Beach Volleyball Coaching Course Begins in Hato Mayor
HATO MAYOR, Dominican Republic, August 21, 2024. – The NORCECA/FIVB Regional Development Center in Santo Domingo, opened the International Beach Volleyball Coaching Course at Doña Callita Recreational Center in Hato Mayor, Dominican Republic. For five days, 19 coaches from Aruba, Colombia, United States, Spain, Costa Rica, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic will receive […]
Cuba sweeps Puerto Rico for first Final Six win
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 […]
Mexico Advances to the Quarterfinals at Girls’ U17 World Championship
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 […]
Mexico Locks Second Win in a 5-Set Thriller over Canada
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 […]
United States Battles to Secure a 3-1 Win against Cuba
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 […]
With a Dramatic Finish, Colombia Defeats Peru to Remain Undefeated
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 […]
Argentina Remains Undefeated by Defeating Puerto Rico 3-0
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 […]
Canada beats Puerto Rico at Men’s Final Six
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 […]
USA earns first win at Final Six
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 […]
Chile Secures First Victory by Defeating Costa Rica 3-0
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 […]
Dominican Republic gets Second Victory
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 […]
Mexico has a strong start at Final 6
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 […]
Round of 16 Matches Set at the Girls’ U17 World Championship
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 […]
Dominican Republic preserves against Mexico in First Win
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 […]
United States Unstoppable, Defeats Puerto Rico 3-0
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 […]
Argentina defeats Chile 3-0 in South American clash
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 […]
Canada bounces back to beat Peru
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 […]
Coaches’ comments ahead of men’s Final 6
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 […]
Cuba earns first win by defeating Costa Rica 3-0
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 […]
Colombia delivers a 3-0 victory over Suriname
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 […]
Mexico secures first victory at U17 World Championship; Dominican Republic, Canada, and Puerto Rico fall
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 […]
United States with a Solid Victory over Chile
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 […]
Mexico dominant over Suriname in Pan American Cup
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 […]
Puerto Rico blocks Cuba’s aspirations in a five-set battle
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 […]
Colombia defeats Canada in their debut at the Pan American Cup
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 […]
Argentina beats Costa Rica in straight sets to kick off Pan American Cup
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 […]
Peru opens Women’s Pan Am Cup with victory over Dominican Republic
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 […]
Puerto Rico swept Croatia, Dominicans defeats Canada, Mexico falls to Italy in 5 sets to kick off the Girls’ U17 World Championship
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 […]
Senior Women’s Pan American Cup, A Significant Challenge
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 […]
Domo de la Feria and Inforum Irapuato are set for the Women’s Pan American Cup
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 […]
Canada, Dominican Republic, Mexico and Puerto Rico set to compete at Girl’s U17 World Championship
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 […]
NORCECA Men’s Final 6 to be held in Gatineau
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 […]
International Beach Volleyball Coaches Course Set to Begin
HATO MAYOR, Dominican Republic, August 14, 2024. – The NORCECA Confederation and the NORCECA/FIVB Regional Development Center in Santo Domingo, are pleased to announce their upcoming International Beach Volleyball Coaches Course, which will be held from August 20 to 24. The course will take place at the facilities of “Rancho Doña Callita,” located in the […]
XXI Women’s Pan American Cup headed to León and Irapuato, Mexico
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 […]
USA makes a fifth-straight Olympic podium winning Silver in Paris 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 […]
Melissa and Brandie win Beach Volleyball Silver at Paris 2024
PARIS, France, August 9, 2024.- Canada’s Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson have captured silver in beach volleyball at Paris 2024. The duo fell In the first-ever three-set final in the history of women’s Olympic beach volleyball 24-26, 21-12, 10-15 to top-ranked Ana Patrícia Silva Ramos and Eduarda “Duda” Santos Lisboa of Brazil in Friday night’s gold medal match. Canada fought […]
USA dominate Italy to claim Paris 2024 Bronze
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 […]
USA stop Brazil and return to Olympic final at Paris 2024
PARIS, France, August 8, 2024.- The United States performed as the reigning Olympic champions they are and downed Brazil, who were yet to drop a set in the women’s tournament of the Paris 2024 Games, in the semifinals on Friday at the South Paris Arena 1 to get just one win away from winning back-to-back gold medals. After many […]
Melissa & Brandie snatch first Olympic final spot
PARIS, France, August 8, 2024.-Melissa Humana-Paredes & Brandie Wilkerson are the first finalists and, hence, the first team to secure a spot on the Olympic beach volleyball podium at Paris 2024. In Thursday’s first semifinal, the fourth-seeded Canadians denied an opponent match point in the second set to mount a solid comeback against Switzerland’s Tanja […]
Partain and Benesh Fifth Place in Paris
PARIS, France, August 7, 2024.- The U.S. men’s beach team of Miles Partain and Andy Benesh completed their Olympic run in Paris in the quarterfinals with a 2-0 (21-14, 21-16) loss to Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan of Qatar on Wednesday. Partain and Benesh, the youngest U.S. men’s beach team in Olympic history, ran off […]
USA to Play for Paris Men’s Bronze After 5-Setter with Poland
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 […]
Melissa and Brandie Advance to Beach Volleyball Semifinals
PARIS, France, August 7, 2024.- Canada’s Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson secured their spot in the Olympic beach volleyball semifinals today with a win over Daniela Alvarez and Tania Moreno of Spain. Fourth-seeded Melissa & Brandie outclassed young Spanish sensations Daniela Alvarez & Tania Moreno, seeded 18th, on the way to a 2-0 (21-18, 21-18) win. Improving […]
Hughes/Cheng Place Fifth in Paris
PARIS, France, August 6, 2024.- The U.S. women’s beach team of Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng finished fifth at the Paris Olympics after dropping their quarterfinal match to the Swiss combination of Tanja Hüberli and Nina Brunner, 2-0 (21-18, 21-19) on Tuesday. The 2023 world champions ended the Olympics with a 4-1 record. Cheng finished […]
Dominican Republic end Eighth in Paris
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 […]
USA’s title defense continues at full pace with quarterfinal sweep of Poland
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 […]
USA’s Partain & Benesh knock out Italy’s Nicolai & Cottafava
PARIS, France, August 5, 2024.- The American pair of Miles Partain & Andrew Benesh secured a spot in the last eight of the Paris 2024 men’s beach volleyball tournament, after shutting out Italy’s Samuele Cottafava & Paolo Nicolai on Monday. In the seventh men’s eighthfinal, ninth-seeded Partain & Benesh mastered a convincing 2-0 (21-17, 21-18) shutout of […]
Melissa & Brandie win big North American clash with medal contenders Nuss & Kloth
PARIS, France, August 5, 2024.- Canada’s Melissa Humana-Paredes & Brandie Wilkerson won the big eighthfinal clash with USA’s Kristen Nuss & Taryn Kloth on Monday afternoon and advanced to the quarterfinals of the Paris 2024 women’s beach volleyball tournament, where they will take on Spanish sensations Daniela Alvarez & Tania Moreno on Wednesday. Fourth-seeded Melissa […]
USA beat Brazil and return to the semifinals
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 […]
Hughes/Cheng Survive and Advance to Paris Quarters
PARIS, France, August 4, 2024.- The third-seeded U.S. beach team of Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng had all they could handle from 12th-seeded Valentina Gottardi and Marta Menegatti of Italy before coming away with a 2-1 (21-18, 17-21, 15-12) win in the Paris Round of 16 on Sunday. Hughes/Cheng, the reigning world champions, will next face […]
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