The USA Volleyball Collegiate Beach Championships kicked off with a bang at Hermosa Beach Pier, amidst cool weather and a high level of competition. As the women’s and men’s teams battled it out in pool play, it became apparent that this tournament would showcase some remarkable talent.
Women’s Bracket: Top Seeds Lead the Way
In the women’s bracket, the top 11 seeds dominated the pool play. Leading the way in Pool A were Kelly Claes and Sara Hughes from USC, while Anika Wilson and Deahna Kraft from Pepperdine claimed the top spot in Pool B. Delaney Knudsen and Madalyn Roh from Pepperdine dominated Pool C. Other top-seeded teams like Rachel Nieto and Kobi Pekich from Long Beach State, Corinne Quiggle and Brittany Howard from Pepperdine, and McKenna Witt and Madison Witt from Arizona also secured their places at the top of their respective pools.
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Men’s Field: Intense Competition
The men’s field was no less intense, with some exciting matches taking place. Lucas Yoder and Michael Saeta from USC/UC Irvine, as well as Louis Richard and Matt Butler from Long Beach State, got off to a strong start in Pool A, both teams finishing the first day with a 1-0 record. In Pool B, Jackson Bantle and Hagen Smith from UCLA, along with Reid Dominguez and Dillon Hoffman from UC Irvine, stood out with a perfect 2-0 record. Pool C saw Brett Rosenmeier and Colton Cowell from Hawaii dominate with a 2-0 record.
What’s Next?
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The pool play for the women will conclude on Friday at 10:30 a.m. PT, while the men’s pool play will wrap up at 12 p.m. PT. Following the pool play, there will be play-in matches for both the women and men to determine the final spots in the round of 16 and quarterfinals, respectively. The women’s matches will continue through the round of 16 and quarterfinals on Friday, while the men’s matches will progress through the quarterfinals.
FAQs
Q: When will the play-in matches take place?
A: The play-in matches will occur after the completion of pool play, starting at noon.
Q: Which teams will advance to the next round?
A: The top two teams from each men’s pool will advance, along with the highest-ranking third-place finisher based on point ratio. Additionally, a play-in match will be held between the next two third-place finishers to determine the final single-elimination bracket spot.
Summary
The USA Volleyball Collegiate Beach Championships started with a thrilling display of skill and determination. The top-seeded teams in the women’s bracket showcased their dominance, while the men’s field saw intense competition. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more high-level beach volleyball action. Stay tuned for live coverage of the finals on May 13, where the winners will earn a spot on a USAV collegiate beach national team. Don’t miss out on the excitement of this prestigious event – follow the action on our website and witness the future stars of beach volleyball in action.
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