The U.S. Boys Youth National Team recently concluded their participation in the FIVB U19 World Championship on a high note, securing a convincing victory over Chinese Taipei in Tunisia. This win serves as the perfect culmination of their efforts throughout the tournament, reaffirming their talent and potential.
Standout Performers and Statistics
Throughout the tournament, several players showcased their skills and contributed significantly to the team’s success. Alex Knight emerged as the top scorer, accumulating an impressive 87 points from 78 kills, seven blocks, and two aces. Mason Briggs, the team’s libero, also made a notable impact, ranking second among all players for digs with an average of 1.64 per set.
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A Well-Earned Victory
In their final match against Chinese Taipei, the U.S. Boys Youth Team displayed their dominance by leading in kills (44-29) and blocks (10-7). The teams were evenly matched in aces (4-4). The U.S. capitalized on Taipei’s errors, scoring 17 points while committing 16 of their own.
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Francesco Sani, Clarke Godbold, and Akin Akinwumi, the team’s outside hitters and opposite, respectively, each contributed 12 points. Sani achieved 11 kills and one block, while Godbold recorded 10 kills and two blocks. Akinwumi finished with nine kills and three blocks, further solidifying the team’s performance. Middle blocker Ethan Hill made valuable contributions as well, totaling seven points from four kills and three blocks.
Exceptional Teamwork and Strategy
Setter Kevin Kauling played a pivotal role in setting up the team’s success by finishing with two kills, one block, and a match-high three aces. Kauling’s expertise and precision led the team to an impressive 57.1 kill percentage, contrasted with Taipei’s 37.6 kill percentage. Rico Wardlow, another middle blocker, also made his mark by scoring four points from three kills and one ace.
The Winning Lineup
The U.S. Boys Youth Team’s lineup for the match against Chinese Taipei consisted of the following starters:
- Outside hitters: Francesco Sani and Clarke Godbold
- Middle blockers: Ethan Hill and Clarke Godbold
- Setter: Kevin Kauling
- Opposite: Akin Akinwumi
- Libero: Mason Briggs
Substitutes included Joe Karlous as the setter and James Hartley as the opposite.
Meet the 2019 U.S. Boys Youth National Team
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The U.S. Boys Youth National Team comprises a talented roster of athletes from various regions across the country. Their dedication and commitment have been instrumental in their achievements. Here are the team members:
- Kevin Kauling (Setter, 6-8, Naperville, Ill., Great Lakes, committed to Lewis)
- Mason Briggs (Libero, 5-11, Valencia, Calif., So Cal, signed with Long Beach State)
- Joe Karlous (Setter, 6-0, Costa Mesa, Calif., So Cal, signed with Pepperdine)
- Akinola Akinwumi (Opposite, 6-6, Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., So Cal, signed with Pepperdine)
- Clarke Godbold (Opposite, 6-5, San Pedro, Calif., So Cal, committed to Long Beach State)
- James Hartley (Outside Hitter, 6-6, Waxhaw, N.C., Carolina, signed with Princeton)
- Rico Wardlow (Middle Blocker, 6-5, Bolingbrook, Ill., Great Lakes, signed with Purdue University Fort Wayne)
- Alex Knight (Outside Hitter, 6-6, Culver City, Calif., So Cal, signed with UCLA)
- Ethan Hill (Middle Blocker, 6-7, San Clemente, Calif., So Cal, signed with UCLA)
- Francesco Sani (Outside Hitter, 6-8, Bethesda, Md., Old Dominion, committed to UC Irvine)
- Joe Deluzio (Outside Hitter, 6-6, Windermere, Fla., Florida, committed to Pepperdine)
- Gavin Julien (Middle Blocker, 6-8, Whitefish Bay, Wis., Badger, signed with BYU)
The team is led by Head Coach David Hunt from Pepperdine University, with Assistant Coaches Nick MacRae from Long Beach State University and Colin McMillan from Penn State University. The Technical Coordinator is Nate Ngo from the U.S. Men’s National Team, and the Team Manager is Gabby Lutjen. Dr. David Dyck serves as the team’s doctor.
FAQs
Q: What was the U.S. Boys Youth Team’s record in the FIVB U19 World Championship?
A: The U.S. Boys Youth Team finished the tournament with a 3-4 record.
Q: Who was the top scorer for the U.S. Boys Youth National Team?
A: Alex Knight led the team in scoring for the tournament with 87 points.
Conclusion
The U.S. Boys Youth National Team’s impressive performance in the FIVB U19 World Championship highlights their dedication and skill. Through their hard work and teamwork, they secured a well-deserved victory over Chinese Taipei. This accomplishment serves as a testament to their potential and sets the stage for even greater achievements in the future.
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