USA Volleyball has announced its 30-athlete Men’s National Team roster for the upcoming 2023 Volleyball Nations League (VNL). The VNL is the premier international indoor volleyball tournament, featuring the top 16 teams in the world competing in a series of matches over three weeks.
The United States will be hosting the third-round preliminary matches at the Anaheim Convention Center in California from July 4-9. Fans can purchase tickets for the matches at volleyballworld.com.
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The roster includes ten players with Olympic experience, seven of whom won bronze medals at the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro. Among the most experienced players are three-time Olympians Matt Anderson and David Smith. The team also features two-time Olympians Erik Shoji, Micah Christenson, Thomas Jaeschke, Aaron Russell, and Max Holt.
There are also several players who made their Olympic debuts at the 2020 Tokyo Games, including T.J. DeFalco, Garrett Muagututia, and Kyle Ensing. The roster is further bolstered by players who have been part of previous VNL travel rosters.
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Head Coach John Speraw, who recently led the UCLA men’s volleyball team to the 2023 NCAA National Championship, will be leading the U.S. Men’s National Team. He has been at the helm since 2013 and played a crucial role in the team’s bronze medal success at the 2016 Olympic Games.
The coaching staff includes former indoor and beach player Matt Fuerbringer and Javier Weber, a three-time Olympian for Argentina. The U.S. Men, currently ranked sixth in the world, won the silver medal at the 2022 VNL.
FAQs
Q: What is the Volleyball Nations League (VNL)?
A: The Volleyball Nations League is an annual international indoor volleyball tournament featuring the top 16 teams in the world. It consists of three weeks of preliminary competition, with the top eight teams advancing to the Final Round.
Q: When and where will the U.S. Men’s National Team play their preliminary matches?
A: The United States will be hosting the third-round preliminary matches at the Anaheim Convention Center in California from July 4-9.
Q: Who are some notable players on the U.S. Men’s National Team roster?
A: The roster includes ten players with Olympic experience, including three-time Olympians Matt Anderson and David Smith. Other notable players include Erik Shoji, Micah Christenson, Thomas Jaeschke, Aaron Russell, and Max Holt.
Q: Who is the head coach of the U.S. Men’s National Team?
A: The head coach of the U.S. Men’s National Team is John Speraw, who has been in the role since 2013. He recently led the UCLA men’s volleyball team to the 2023 NCAA National Championship.
Summary
The U.S. Men’s National Team roster for the 2023 Volleyball Nations League is filled with experienced players, including Olympians and seasoned veterans. Head Coach John Speraw will lead the team, aiming to build on their success and compete for the top spot in the world rankings. The team’s preliminary matches will be held in Anaheim, California, and fans can expect thrilling volleyball action from some of the best players in the world. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to witness the U.S. Men’s National Team in action and support them as they strive for victory. Visit the official website for more information and to purchase tickets.
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