The U.S. Men’s National Team experienced a setback in their journey at the Pan American Cup, as they were unable to secure a spot in the medal round after a defeat to Puerto Rico. The match ended with a score of 25-21, 25-22, 20-25, 25-14 in favor of Puerto Rico. The match took place in Gatineau, Canada on July 28, 2017.
Struggles and Highlights
Throughout the game, the U.S. Men had their moments, particularly during the third set which they won. However, their performance was marred by 32 errors, compared to Puerto Rico’s 28. The team also faced challenges in consistent passing and serve reception.
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Coach’s Perspective
U.S. Head Coach Rob Neilson expressed his disappointment in the team’s execution, stating, “We weren’t good enough in serve receive, and we weren’t good out of system, and Puerto Rico did a nice job taking advantage of that.” Despite the loss, Coach Neilson emphasized the team’s competitive spirit.
Statistical Overview
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Although the U.S. Men had a higher number of blocks (8-5), Puerto Rico dominated in kills (50-44) and aces (8-2). Opposite player Kyle Ensing, making his first start in the tournament, led the U.S. Men with 16 points, followed by Brenden Sander with 13 points and Jeff Jendryk with 10 points.
Next Match
The U.S. Men (1-3) will be facing off against Venezuela (0-3) in a classification match for fifth-eighth place. The match is scheduled for Saturday at 4 p.m. ET.
FAQs
Q: What was the final score of the U.S. vs. Puerto Rico match?
A: The final score was 25-21, 25-22, 20-25, 25-14 in favor of Puerto Rico.
Q: Who were the top performers for the U.S. Men’s National Team?
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A: Kyle Ensing led the team in points with 16, followed by Brenden Sander with 13 and Jeff Jendryk with 10.
Q: When is the next match for the U.S. Men’s National Team?
A: The U.S. Men will be playing against Venezuela in a classification match for fifth-eighth place on Saturday at 4 p.m. ET.
Summary
The U.S. Men’s National Team suffered a quarterfinal loss at the Pan American Cup against Puerto Rico. Despite some highlights during the match, the team struggled with errors and consistent passing. Head Coach Rob Neilson acknowledged the areas that needed improvement but praised the team’s competitive spirit. The U.S. Men will now shift their focus to the upcoming match against Venezuela for a chance to secure a higher position in the tournament.
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