The U.S. Women’s National Team continued their winning streak in the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) preliminary round with a 3-1 victory over Croatia in Brasilia, Brazil. This win brings their record to 5-0, solidifying their position as the second-ranked team in the world. In the previous week, the team went undefeated in the tournament’s first round.
Match Recap
In the match against Croatia, the U.S. Women faced a tough challenge as their opponents earned their first set win in this year’s VNL. However, the U.S. team showed resilience and rallied to take the next three sets, securing the victory. Ali Frantti and Jordan Thompson proved to be instrumental in the team’s success, combining for 29 kills. Frantti led the team with 15 kills and a .419 hitting percentage, while Thompson recorded a .541 hitting efficiency with 14 kills.
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Adjustments and Strategy
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After the first loss, the U.S. Women made necessary adjustments to their blocks and defense systems. They also emphasized the importance of serving more aggressively to disrupt Croatia’s serve receive. Outside hitter Ali Frantti described the team’s efforts to get their opponents off the net, highlighting the importance of strategic play.
Strong Contributions
In addition to Frantti and Thompson’s performance, outside hitter Khalia Lanier contributed 12 kills, while middle blockers Brionne Butler and Asjia O’Neal totaled nine kills without an error in 13 attacks. The U.S. team’s defensive efforts were also impressive, with a total of 14 blocks compared to Croatia’s six, led by Butler’s five blocks.
Volleyball Nations League
The Volleyball Nations League is the premier annual international indoor volleyball tournament, featuring the top 16 teams in the world. The preliminary competition consists of three weeks of matches, with each team playing four matches per week. The top eight teams at the end of the preliminaries will advance to the Final Round.
Upcoming Matches
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The U.S. Women’s National Team will face Thailand (2-2) in their next match on June 15 at 10 a.m. PT. They will also compete against Japan and Brazil in the following days. The team’s strong performance in the VNL has earned them the opportunity to host the 2023 Women’s VNL Final Round, which will take place on July 12-16 at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit tickets.volleyballworld.com/arlington.
FAQs
Q: How many kills did Ali Frantti and Jordan Thompson have in the match against Croatia?
A: Ali Frantti had 15 kills with a .419 hitting percentage, and Jordan Thompson had 14 kills with a .541 hitting efficiency.
Q: Who led the U.S. team in blocks in the match against Croatia?
A: Brionne Butler led the U.S. team with five blocks.
Q: What is the upcoming match schedule for the U.S. Women’s National Team in the VNL?
A: The upcoming matches for the U.S. Women’s National Team in the VNL are as follows:
- June 15 at 10 a.m. PT: USA vs Thailand
- June 17 at 1:30 p.m. PT: USA vs Japan
- June 18 at 6 a.m. PT: USA vs Brazil
Summary
The U.S. Women’s National Team continues to dominate in the Volleyball Nations League, securing a 3-1 victory over Croatia. Led by Ali Frantti and Jordan Thompson, the team showcased their skills and resilience, making necessary adjustments to secure their win. With upcoming matches against Thailand, Japan, and Brazil, the U.S. team aims to maintain their winning streak in the tournament. As hosts of the 2023 Women’s VNL Final Round, they have the opportunity to compete on home soil in Arlington, Texas, and fans can purchase tickets for the event at tickets.volleyballworld.com/arlington.
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