Thirteen beach teams with college players recently competed at the USA Volleyball Collegiate Beach Open in Manhattan Beach. The event showcased the talent and skill of these young athletes as they battled it out on the sand. In the women’s final, Torrey Van Winden and Emily Sonny of Cal Poly emerged victorious, defeating Federica Frasca and Margherita Bianchin of Florida International. The men’s final saw Hagen Smith of UCLA and Lucas Yoder of USC triumph over Tim Brewster and John Schwengel of the Junior Beach National Team.
Exciting Matches and Impressive Performances
The competition was fierce, with intense matches and impressive performances from both the women’s and men’s teams. In the women’s third-place match, Louisiana State’s Claire Coppola and Kristen Nuss secured a hard-fought victory against Devon Newberry and Lindsey Sparks of the Junior Beach National Team. On the men’s side, Brett Rosenmeier and Colton Cowell of Hawaii emerged victorious over Jon Justice and Adam Wienckowski of Florida State in a rematch of the USAV Collegiate Beach Championships final.
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Representing the United States
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Claire Coppola and Kristen Nuss, the winners of the 2018 Collegiate Beach Championships, will have the honor of representing the United States at the upcoming World University Championships in Munich, Germany. Joining them will be Katie Horton and Hailey Luke from Florida State. These talented athletes will undoubtedly make their mark on the international stage.
International Competitions
In addition to the World University Championships, several teams will be competing in other international tournaments. Newberry and Sparks, along with Brewster and Schwengel, will represent the Junior Beach National Team at the FIVB U19 World Championships in Nanjing, China. This is a significant opportunity for these young athletes to showcase their skills and gain invaluable experience on the global stage.
The Road to Poland
Meanwhile, the FIVB four-star tournament in Warsaw, Poland is well underway. Emily Day and Betsi Flint have already qualified for the women’s main draw, while Casey Patterson and Stafford Slick have secured their spot in the men’s main draw. The competition promises to be intense as teams from around the world battle it out for the top honors.
Wrapping Up the AVP Seattle
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In other beach volleyball news, Emily Day and Betsi Flint emerged victorious at the recent AVP event in Seattle. They defeated Caitlin Ledoux and April Ross in a thrilling final that showcased their skill and determination. In the men’s final, Trevor Crabb and John Mayer secured a hard-fought victory over Dalhausser and Lucena.
Honoring April Ross
Lastly, we would like to congratulate April Ross on her induction into the USC Athletics Hall of Fame. This prestigious honor is a testament to her exceptional career and contributions to the sport of beach volleyball.
FAQs
Q: Who won the women’s final at the USA Volleyball Collegiate Beach Open?
A: Torrey Van Winden and Emily Sonny of Cal Poly emerged victorious in the women’s final.
Q: Which teams will represent the United States at the World University Championships?
A: Claire Coppola and Kristen Nuss, along with Katie Horton and Hailey Luke, will represent the United States at the World University Championships in Munich, Germany.
Q: Which international tournament will the Junior Beach National Teams be participating in?
A: The Junior Beach National Teams will be competing at the FIVB U19 World Championships in Nanjing, China.
Summary
The USA Volleyball Collegiate Beach Open showcased the talent and skill of college beach volleyball players. Torrey Van Winden and Emily Sonny emerged as the champions in the women’s final, while Hagen Smith and Lucas Yoder claimed victory in the men’s final. Claire Coppola and Kristen Nuss will represent the United States at the World University Championships, and other teams will compete in international tournaments. Emily Day, Betsi Flint, and Casey Patterson are making waves in the FIVB four-star tournament in Poland. Additionally, Emily Day and Betsi Flint secured a well-deserved victory at the AVP event in Seattle, while April Ross was honored with an induction into the USC Athletics Hall of Fame. Beach volleyball continues to captivate fans with its thrilling matches and exceptional athletes.
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