The U.S. Women’s National Team has unveiled its 26-player preliminary roster for the highly anticipated FIVB Volleyball Nations League. This tournament marks the official start of the 2018 season and promises to offer thrilling matches and intense competition.
A Diverse and Talented Group
Head Coach Karch Kiraly expressed excitement about the team’s composition, stating, “Our 2018 eligibility roster contains a blend of experience and youth. From returning Olympic medalists to promising young talents, we’re thrilled to see how this group comes together during a challenging five weeks of preliminary competition.”
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The Road Ahead
The U.S. Women’s National Team is gearing up for a busy summer, with preparations for the Pan American Cup in July and the highly anticipated FIVB World Championship starting on September 29th in Japan. To ensure the team’s readiness, additional players will be training at the American Sports Centers in Anaheim throughout the summer.
The Volleyball Nations League
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Replacing the long-standing FIVB World Grand Prix, the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) is making its debut this year. The tournament features five weeks of preliminary round matches, with 16 teams competing in one of four round-robin pods each week across the globe.
Exciting Opening Matches
The U.S. Women’s National Team, currently ranked second in the world by the FIVB, will kick off their Volleyball Nations League campaign against tough opponents. On May 15th, they will face off against No. 22 Poland, followed by matches against No. 12 Turkey on May 16th and No. 7 Italy on May 17th. All three matches will take place at the Devaney Center on the University of Nebraska campus.
Weeks of Intense Competition
Following their first home matches, the U.S. team will embark on an extensive road trip for the remainder of the preliminary round. They will travel to Toyota, Japan, to compete against No. 6 Japan, No. 8 Netherlands, and No. 13 Belgium from May 22nd to May 24th. The following week, the team will challenge No. 9 Dominican Republic, No. 13 Germany, and No. 16 Thailand in Bangkok, Thailand, from May 29th to May 31st.
The excitement continues in week four as the U.S. faces the top-ranked China, No. 4 Brazil, and No. 5 Russia from June 5th to June 7th in Jiangmen, China. The preliminary round concludes in Sante Fe, Argentina, from June 12th to June 14th, where the U.S. will compete against No. 3 Serbia, No. 10 Korea, and No. 11 Argentina.
The Path to Victory
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The Volleyball Nations League Final Round is scheduled to take place from June 27th to July 1st in Nanjing, China. The top five teams from the preliminary round will join the host nation, China, to form the six-team final round field.
Strong Foundation and Ambitious Goals
The U.S. Women’s National Team had an impressive 2017 season, finishing with an 18-8 record. Despite not having all seven returning Olympians on the roster at the same time due to various factors, the team showcased its depth and potential. Many first- and second-year players had the opportunity to gain valuable experience and contributed to the team’s success.
FAQs
Q: What is the Volleyball Nations League?
A: The Volleyball Nations League is a new tournament that replaces the FIVB World Grand Prix. It features five weeks of preliminary round matches where 16 teams compete in round-robin pods across the world.
Q: When does the Volleyball Nations League begin?
A: The Volleyball Nations League officially starts on May 15th, 2018.
Q: What are the U.S. Women’s National Team’s opening matches?
A: The U.S. Women’s National Team will face No. 22 Poland on May 15th, followed by matches against No. 12 Turkey on May 16th and No. 7 Italy on May 17th.
Conclusion
The U.S. Women’s National Team is ready to showcase their exceptional talent and fierce determination in the Volleyball Nations League. With a strong roster and dedicated coaching staff, they are poised to make their mark in this exciting tournament. Stay tuned to support the team as they compete for victory.
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