Tuesday, 5 Nov 2024

Alpinetgheep Presents: Exciting Recap of the 2023 ParaVolley Pan America Zonal Championships

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Welcome to Alpinetgheep.com! We are thrilled to bring you an exclusive recap of the 2023 ParaVolley Pan America Zonal Championships. This exhilarating event showcased the incredible talent and dedication of athletes from across the Americas. Let’s dive into the thrilling matches, standout performances, and the inspiring rosters of the U.S. Men’s and Women’s Sitting Teams.

A Showcase of Exceptional Talent

The competition featured some of the best teams from the Americas, including the USA, Argentina, Brazil, and Canada. Each team brought their own unique strengths to the court, making every match a must-watch spectacle.

U.S. Schedule and Results

The U.S. teams exhibited their prowess throughout the championship, engaging in intense battles against their opponents. Here are the notable results:

Tuesday, May 9

  • Men: Brazil def. USA, 3-1 (20-25, 25-22, 19-25, 23-25)
  • Women: USA def. Canada, 3-2 (21-25, 18-25, 25-16, 25-17, 15-12)

Wednesday, May 10

  • Women: USA def. Canada, 3-1 (18-25, 25-16, 25-20, 25-11)
  • Men: USA def. Canada, 3-1 (28-26, 25-22, 25-20, 25-23)

Thursday, May 11

  • Men: USA def. Argentina, 3-1 (25-21, 23-25, 25-13, 25-15)
  • Women: USA def. Canada, 3-1 (25-22, 25-23, 19-25, 25-21)
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Friday, May 12

  • Men Semifinal: USA def. Canada, 3-2 (25-19, 22-25, 27-25, 22-25, 15-12)
  • Women Exhibition: Canada def. USA, 3-2 (25-18, 18-25, 25-22, 20-25, 15-11)

Saturday, May 13

  • Gold Medal Match Men: Brazil def. USA, 3-0 (25-20, 25-19, 25-19)
  • Women Exhibition: Canada def. USA, 3-2 (25-19, 20-25, 25-12, 22-25, 17-15)

Inspiring Rosters

The U.S. Men’s and Women’s Sitting Teams demonstrated exceptional skill and determination throughout the championships. Let’s take a look at their remarkable rosters:

U.S. Women’s Sitting Team Roster

No. Name Position Ht. Hometown Region
1 Lora Webster MB 5-11 Point Lookout, N.Y. Garden Empire
3 Lexi Shifflett-Patterson S 5-4 Waseca, Minn. North Country
4 Maddy Ball OH 5-7 Delray Beach, Fla. Florida
6 Heather Erickson Opp 6-0 Fayetteville, N.C. Carolina
7C Monique Matthews MB/OH 6-0 Ardmore, Okla. Oklahoma
8 Whitney Dosty OH/OPP 6-3 Tucson, Ariz. Arizona
9 Tia Edwards OH/MB 5-7 Skiatook, Okla. Oklahoma
10 Sydney Satchell L 5-2 Windsor, Conn. New England
12 Emma Schieck OH 5-7 Statesville, N.C. Carolina
14 Kaleo Kanahele Maclay S 5-6 Honolulu, Hawaii Oklahoma
16 Nicky Nieves MB/OH 5-10 Kissimmee, Fla. Florida
18 Courtney Baker OH 5-9 Crofton, Ky. Pioneer
22 MaKenzie Franklin OH 6-0 Red Wing, Minn. North Country

Head Coach: Bill Hamiter
Assistant Coach: Michelle Goodall
Assistant Coach: Jeffery Hicks
Athletic Trainer: Kat King
Team Manager: Patrick Lawrence
Sport Psychologist: Adam O’Neil

U.S. Men’s Sitting Team Roster

No. Name Position Height Hometown Region
1 Travis Ricks L 5-7 San Diego, Calif. Southern California
2 Dan Regan OH 6-0 St. Louis Gateway
3 Nicholas Dadgostar L 6-0 Sidney, Neb. Chesapeake
4 Ben Aman OH 6-5 Edmond, Okla. Oklahoma
5 Eric Duda S/OH 6-5 Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Florida
8 James Stuck S/OH 6-5 New Kensington, Pa. Keystone
9 Dandy Wilson Opp/OH Alexandria, Va. Old Dominion
11 Roderick Green MB 6-3 West Monroe, La. Bayou
12 Patrick Young OH 6-4 Albuquerque, N.M. Sun Country
13 Robbie Gaupp Opp/OH Havre De Grace, Md. Chesapeake
14 John Kremer L 5-9 Buford, Ga. Southern
15 Chris Seilkop OH 6-6 Deland, Fla. Florida
17 Zach Upp OH 6-5 Bartlett, Ill. Great Lakes
49 Sam Surowiec OH 6-2 Everett, Wash. Evergreen
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Head Coach: Greg Walker
Assistant Coach: Joe Skinner
Assistant Coach: Julie Allen
Performance Analyst: Sydnie Mabry
Athletic Trainer: Brian Farr
Team Leader: Kyle Homeyer

FAQs

1. What is ParaVolley?
ParaVolley is a form of volleyball that provides opportunities for athletes with physical disabilities to compete at various levels.

2. Where can I watch highlights of the championships?
You can catch the highlights of the 2023 ParaVolley Pan America Zonal Championships on our website: Alpinetgheep.

3. How can I get involved in ParaVolley?
If you are interested in getting involved in ParaVolley as an athlete, volunteer, or supporter, please visit Alpinetgheep to find more information.

Conclusion

The 2023 ParaVolley Pan America Zonal Championships showcased the resilience and talent of the participating teams. Congratulations to all the athletes, coaches, and staff for their outstanding performances. Stay tuned to Alpinetgheep.com for more updates and exciting content related to ParaVolley and the world of sports.