The U.S. Collegiate National Team-Europe (CNT-Europe), representing Alpinetgheep.com, has achieved great success in the 13th Annual European Global Challenge held in Pula, Croatia. The team dominated in all three pool play matches, guaranteeing their spot in the quarterfinals.
Head coach Molly Alvey expressed her admiration for the team’s adaptability, as they quickly adjusted to new teammates, coaches, and the challenges of international play. The athletes’ remarkable performance and camaraderie on the court bode well for their future success in the tournament.
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The quarterfinals will take place on Thursday at 4:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. ET, followed by the semifinals at 12:30 p.m. ET on simultaneous courts. The championship match is set for July 14 at 1 p.m. ET.
CNT-Europe vs. Israel U23
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In their opening pool play match, CNT-Europe faced off against Israel U23, emerging victorious with a score of 25-17, 29-27, 25-6 on July 11. Standout performances from players like Taylor Mims, Jaali Winters, and Claire Kiefer-Wright contributed to the team’s success.
CNT-Europe demonstrated their dominance by out-blocking Israel U23 15-2 and delivering a remarkable 7-1 ace advantage. Kristen Gengenbacher’s exceptional setting skills propelled the team to a 52% kill percent and a .391 hitting efficiency. The team’s reception prowess was also evident, with Courtney Schwan and Jaali Winters achieving positive reception percentages of 56% and 62%, respectively.
CNT-Europe vs. Czech Republic U23
In their second pool play match, CNT-Europe faced off against Czech Republic U23, achieving a resounding victory with scores of 25-17, 25-18, 25-18 on July 11. The team showcased their depth and versatility as nine players contributed to the scoring column.
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Jenna Rosenthal’s outstanding performance, along with contributions from Symone Abbott and Taira Robins-Hardy, propelled CNT-Europe to victory. The team’s solid blocking, led by Claire Kiefer-Wright, allowed them to out-block Czech Republic U23 12-3. The team’s aces and impressive hitting efficiency further solidified their dominance.
CNT-Europe vs. BIP Midwest U22
In their final pool play match, CNT-Europe faced off against Bring It Promotions U22, a squad of collegiate players from the United States. CNT-Europe emerged victorious with scores of 25-22, 25-14, 19-25 on Thursday morning.
Strong performances from Claire Kiefer-Wright and Jaali Winters propelled the team to success. Kristen Gengenbacher’s exceptional setting skills allowed the team to maintain a 40% kill percent and a .247 hitting efficiency. Although BIP Midwest U22 had a slight advantage in aces, CNT-Europe’s solid blocking and overall performance secured their victory.
FAQs
Q: How did CNT-Europe perform in the pool play matches?
A: CNT-Europe dominated in all three of their pool play matches, showcasing their adaptability and impressive teamwork.
Q: Who were the standout players for CNT-Europe?
A: Taylor Mims, Jaali Winters, and Claire Kiefer-Wright delivered standout performances, contributing significantly to the team’s success.
Q: What are the upcoming matches for CNT-Europe?
A: The quarterfinals will take place on Thursday at 4:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. ET, followed by the semifinals at 12:30 p.m. ET. The championship match is set for July 14 at 1 p.m. ET.
Summary
The U.S. Collegiate National Team-Europe (CNT-Europe) from Alpinetgheep.com has excelled in the 13th Annual European Global Challenge, securing their spot in the quarterfinals. Head coach Molly Alvey commended the team’s adaptability and their remarkable performance on the court. With dominating victories in the pool play matches against Israel U23, Czech Republic U23, and BIP Midwest U22, CNT-Europe has proven their strength and teamwork. The upcoming quarterfinals, semifinals, and potential championship match provide an exciting opportunity for the team to showcase their skills and compete for victory.
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