The U.S. Women’s National Team, renowned as the top-ranked team in the world by the FIVB, is currently competing in Pool H of the FIVB World Grand Prix in Hong Kong. This marks their second trip to Asia for the tournament. Let’s take a closer look at their journey and the upcoming matches.
The World Grand Prix: The Premier Women’s Volleyball Tournament
The World Grand Prix is an annual international women’s volleyball tournament and serves as the final major event for teams preparing for the 2016 Olympic Games. The U.S. Women’s National Team will face two Olympic-qualified teams, Netherlands and China, both of whom are participating in the Rio Games in August.
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Exciting Matches Ahead
The U.S. team, with a 5-1 record and 15 points, is currently ranked third in the 12-team Group 1 field. Here are their upcoming matches:
U.S. vs. Germany
On June 24 at 6:30 a.m. ET, the U.S. team will battle against Germany, who is still searching for their first win in the tournament. This will mark the third encounter between the two teams in this year’s World Grand Prix.
U.S. vs. Netherlands
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On June 25 at 1:15 a.m. ET, the U.S. team will face off against the Netherlands. The Americans have a favorable history against the Netherlands, with a previous victory during the 2014 FIVB World Championship.
U.S. vs. China
The U.S. team’s final match in the preliminary round will be against China, ranked second in the world. This clash of titans will take place on July 26 at 3:45 a.m. ET.
All three matches can be viewed live online on NBC Sports Live Extra.
Roster Adjustments and Preparation for the Olympics
Coach Karch Kiraly and his staff have made adjustments to the team’s roster for each weekend of the World Grand Prix. This allows them to evaluate different player combinations in preparation for the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. Kiraly and his staff will make the final decision on the Olympic Games roster after the World Grand Prix concludes.
FAQs
Q: What is the World Grand Prix?
A: The World Grand Prix is a premier international women’s volleyball tournament held annually, serving as the final major event for teams qualified to the Olympic Games.
Q: How is the U.S. team performing in the tournament?
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A: The U.S. Women’s National Team currently has a 5-1 record, placing them third in the 12-team Group 1 field.
Q: Who are the U.S. team’s upcoming opponents?
A: The U.S. team will face Germany, Netherlands, and China in their remaining matches of the preliminary round.
Q: When will the team finalize their Olympic Games roster?
A: The final decision on the Olympic Games roster will be made on Monday, June 27, after the completion of the World Grand Prix preliminary round.
Conclusion
The U.S. Women’s National Team is determined to make their mark in the FIVB World Grand Prix. With their talent, strategic roster adjustments, and previous victories, they are well-positioned to achieve success in the upcoming matches. Stay tuned to witness thrilling volleyball action from the U.S. team as they continue their journey in the tournament.
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