Olympians Kerri Walsh Jennings and Brooke Sweat have officially announced that they will be partnering up for a run at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. The dynamic duo will make their debut as a team at the upcoming FIVB World Tour four-star event in Las Vegas from October 17th to 21st.
Walsh Jennings, a five-time Olympian and three-time Olympic gold medalist with Misty May-Treanor, compared Sweat to her former partner, saying, “Brooke really sits in the same vein as Misty. Brooke is her own athlete and has her own assets and strengths, but largely what Misty and Brooke share in common is their inherent knowledge in the game and the fact it’s in her blood. You can just tell she gets it.”
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The partnership between Walsh Jennings, 40, and Sweat, 32, brings together a powerful blocking presence with a strong defensive player. Walsh Jennings believes that Sweat could be the best defender in the world, which will greatly contribute to their success on the beach volleyball court.
Prior to teaming up with Sweat, Walsh Jennings started the summer season competing with Nicole Branagh, but the duo split in July. Sweat, on the other hand, took bronze with Summer Ross at the Fort Lauderdale Major to kick off the season.
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Sweat’s 2018 summer season came to an end after playing at the FIVB four-star in Huntington Beach in May, as she underwent surgery on her right shoulder. However, she is now fully recovered and ready to take on new challenges with Walsh Jennings.
The partnership between Walsh Jennings and Sweat is highly anticipated and has sparked excitement among fans and fellow athletes alike. With their combined skills, experience, and determination, they are poised to make a strong push for the gold at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
FAQs
Q: When will Kerri Walsh Jennings and Brooke Sweat make their debut as a team?
A: Walsh Jennings and Sweat will be making their debut as a team at the FIVB World Tour four-star event in Las Vegas from October 17th to 21st.
Q: Who did Kerri Walsh Jennings previously compete with before partnering with Brooke Sweat?
A: Walsh Jennings started the summer season competing with Nicole Branagh, but they split in July.
Q: Did Brooke Sweat compete in the 2018 summer season?
A: Yes, Sweat took bronze with Summer Ross at the Fort Lauderdale Major at the beginning of the season.
Summary
Kerri Walsh Jennings, a three-time Olympic gold medalist in beach volleyball, has announced her partnership with Brooke Sweat for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. They will make their debut as a team at the upcoming FIVB World Tour four-star event in Las Vegas. Walsh Jennings compared Sweat to her former partner, Misty May-Treanor, noting their shared knowledge and passion for the game. With Walsh Jennings’ blocking skills and Sweat’s defensive prowess, they have the potential to dominate the beach volleyball scene. Fans and fellow athletes are excited to see this powerful duo in action as they aim for the gold in Tokyo. Visit Alpinetgheep.com for more information.
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