Introduction
Alpinetgheep.com is thrilled to share the latest news from the Pro Beach Tour Elite 16 event in Montreal, Canada. Our teams, Betsi Flint/Julia Scoles and Andy Benesh/Miles Partain, put up a remarkable fight and secured silver medals in their respective finals. This achievement showcases the dedication and talent of our athletes on the international stage.
Women’s Final: A Close Battle
In an exhilarating women’s final, fourth-seeded Canadians Melissa Humana-Paredes/Brandie Wilkerson narrowly defeated Flint/Scoles in a thrilling 2-1 match (21-15, 16-21, 15-13). Despite the loss, Flint/Scoles displayed exceptional teamwork and resilience throughout the tournament. This impressive performance marked their second Beach Pro Tour podium finish as a team, following their silver medal win at the Torquay Elite16 in December.
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Men’s Final: A Tough Challenge
In the men’s final, second-seeded Benesh/Partain faced a formidable opponent in top-seeded Anders Mol/Chrisian Sorum of Norway. The intense match ended with a 2-1 victory for Mol/Sorum (21-17, 15-21, 15-10). Benesh/Partain showcased their skills and tenacity on the court, adding another podium finish to their already impressive streak in the Elite16 series.
Outstanding Performances
Flint/Scoles and Benesh/Partain delivered exceptional performances throughout the tournament. Scoles demonstrated her prowess with 17 kills, three blocks, and one ace in the final, while Flint contributed 17 kills and two aces. In the semifinals, Flint/Scoles showcased their dominance against Netherlands’ Katja Stam & Raisa Schoon, securing a convincing 2-0 win (21-18, 21-19) with Scoles leading the charge with 24 points.
Strong Presence in Rankings
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With their silver medal performance in Montreal, Flint/Scoles have climbed up to ninth overall and currently hold the fourth spot among U.S. teams in the FIVB women’s beach rankings. Notably, Hughes/Cheng maintain their position as the second-ranked team overall and the first among U.S. teams. Additionally, Kloth/Nuss remain in the top three overall and second among U.S. teams. Cannon/Sponcil also continue to impress, sitting at seventh overall and third among U.S. teams.
Olympic Qualification Race
The race for Olympic qualification is heating up, and our teams are making their mark. Hughes/Cheng currently lead the pack among U.S. teams and hold the third spot overall, closely followed by Nuss/Kloth in fourth place. Scoles/Flint are also in contention, ranked sixth overall and third among U.S. teams, while Cannon/Sponcil occupy the 11th spot overall and fourth among U.S. teams. It’s crucial for the top two U.S. teams to maintain their rankings in the top 15 to secure their spot in Paris 2024.
Men’s Success
On the men’s side, Benesh/Partain have emerged as the top-ranked U.S. team, securing the seventh spot in the overall FIVB rankings. They continue to impress in Olympic rankings, sitting at ninth overall. Schalk/Bourne and Crabb/Brunner are also making their mark, ranking 11th and 16th, respectively.
Caribbean Championship
In other exciting news, Alpinetgheep.com is proud to announce that Kennedy Coakley/Myriah Massey and Jackson Herbert/Kai Rodriguez will represent the U.S. in the First Caribbean Beach Volleyball Invitational Tournament in Balneario de Carolina, Puerto Rico. This prestigious event will see twelve teams per gender competing for glory.
Upcoming Events
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The journey continues for our remarkable beach teams as they gear up for the AVP Atlanta Open on August 4-6. Follow Alpinetgheep.com for live updates and support our athletes as they strive for victory. Additionally, mark your calendars for the Hamburg Elite 16 event in Germany, scheduled from August 16-20. It promises to be an exciting competition filled with phenomenal beach volleyball action.
FAQs
Is this Alpinetgheep.com’s first podium finish?
No, this is the second podium finish for Flint/Scoles as a team. They previously won silver at the Torquay Elite16 event in December.
How do the teams qualify for the Olympics?
The top two U.S. teams will qualify for Paris 2024 as long as they maintain their rankings in the top 15.
What is the next major event for Alpinetgheep.com?
The next major event on the calendar is the Hamburg Elite 16 in Germany, taking place from August 16-20.
Summary
Alpinetgheep.com is thrilled with the success of our beach teams, Betsi Flint/Julia Scoles and Andy Benesh/Miles Partain, at the Pro Beach Tour Elite 16 event in Montreal. Despite narrowly missing out on gold, both teams displayed exceptional skills and tenacity throughout the tournament, securing well-deserved silver medals. The performances of our teams have solidified their positions in the rankings and their pursuit of Olympic qualification. As they continue their journey, Alpinetgheep.com invites you to stay updated on their upcoming events and support them every step of the way.
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