The U.S. Men’s Volleyball Team had a challenging match against Puerto Rico in the Pan American Cup. Despite their best efforts, the U.S. team fell short with a score of 23-25, 25-18, 25-19, 25-21. The game took place in Cordoba, Veracruz, Mexico on August 29, 2018.
The United States will now focus on their upcoming match against Argentina, which promises to be another intense contest. Both teams are determined to secure a victory and advance in the pool play finale. The match is scheduled for Thursday at 5 p.m. PT and will be broadcasted live on FloVolleyball.tv, a subscription service.
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A Close Match with Puerto Rico
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The U.S. team showed their strength in blocking, leading Puerto Rico with 12 blocks compared to their opponent’s 2. However, Puerto Rico had the advantage in kills (51-46) and aces (4-2). The United States committed 41 errors, allowing Puerto Rico to capitalize on their mistakes. Despite their efforts, the United States couldn’t match Puerto Rico’s hitting efficiency, with Puerto Rico hitting .349 compared to the United States’ .255.
U.S. Head Coach David Hunt expressed his pride in the team’s competitiveness, even when they weren’t playing their best. However, he acknowledged that experienced teams like Puerto Rico can take advantage of opportunities and make their opponents pay.
Standout Performances
Middle blocker Mitch Stahl led the U.S. effort with 12 points, including eight kills and four blocks. Opposite player Kyle Russell contributed 11 points with six kills, three blocks, and two aces. Outside hitters Jake Arnitz and David Wieczorek scored 11 and 10 points, respectively, in the match.
Preview of Upcoming Matches
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The U.S. Men’s Volleyball Team will face Argentina in their final pool play match. Argentina has a strong record of 2-0, making it a formidable opponent. The U.S. team will need to bring their A-game to secure a victory and advance in the Pan American Cup.
FAQs
Q: When is the U.S. Men’s next match?
A: The U.S. Men’s Volleyball Team will face Argentina in their final pool play match on Thursday at 5 p.m. PT.
Q: How can I watch the U.S. Men’s match against Argentina?
A: The match will be broadcasted live on FloVolleyball.tv, a subscription service.
Summary
The U.S. Men’s Volleyball Team faced a tough match against Puerto Rico in the Pan American Cup. Despite their efforts, they fell short with a score of 23-25, 25-18, 25-19, 25-21. The team is now preparing for their upcoming match against Argentina, where they will aim to secure a victory. Led by strong performances from players like Mitch Stahl, Kyle Russell, Jake Arnitz, and David Wieczorek, the U.S. team is determined to showcase their skills and advance in the competition.
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