The U.S. Women’s National Team showcased their unwavering strength and skill as they emerged victorious in their second group at the FIVB Volleyball Nations League. The team maintained their perfect record by defeating Thailand in a thrilling match with a final score of 3-0 (25-17, 25-14, 25-16) in Rimini.
The U.S. Women’s team (6-0) will now enjoy a three-day break before their much-anticipated game against Germany (2-4) on June 6th at noon PT. Notably, the U.S. Women and Turkey (5-0) are the only teams in the women’s VNL that remain unbeaten in the Preliminary Round (Turkey will face China later today).
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Standout Performances by Bartsch-Hackley and Thompson
Michelle Bartsch-Hackley, the outstanding outside hitter, proved her prowess on the court as she led all scorers with an impressive 18 points, including 11 kills with a .500 hitting percentage, four aces, and three blocks. Jordan Thompson, the opposite hitter, also delivered a stellar performance, contributing 17 points with 14 kills (.480) and three blocks.
Commanding Statistics
The U.S. Women’s team dominated various statistical categories against Thailand. They secured an astounding lead in kills (47-26), blocks (11-2), and aces (7-0). The team capitalized on Thailand’s errors, gaining 20 points, while limiting their own mistakes to only 10 points.
Despite the disparity in statistics, the match between the U.S. Women and Thailand was a captivating spectacle, featuring several arduous and exhilarating rallies, one of which lasted nearly a minute.
According to Bartsch-Hackley, “When we play Thailand, we’re always expecting a battle and really long rallies both ways. I think we did a good job controlling those and turning them into our points.”
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Impressive Contributions from the Rest of the Team
Aside from Bartsch-Hackley and Thompson, the U.S. Women’s team showcased their collective strength and depth. Kim Hill, an exceptional outside hitter, earned 11 points through nine kills and two blocks. Middle blockers Haleigh Washington and Hannah Tapp delivered crucial points, scoring eight and seven points, respectively.
The team’s setter, Micha Hancock, showcased her versatility by contributing four points through two blocks, one kill, and one ace. Her exceptional setting skills resulted in a remarkable .446 hitting efficiency for the U.S. Women’s team, while Thailand had a hitting efficiency of .240. Libero Megan Courtney displayed her excellent defensive abilities, successfully receiving nine passes and securing five digs. Hill also contributed five digs to the team’s defensive efforts.
The Coaching Lineup and Roster
Under the guidance of Head Coach Karch Kiraly, the U.S. Women’s National Team displayed exceptional teamwork and strategy. The team’s starting lineup for this match consisted of Bartsch-Hackley and Hill as outside hitters, Washington and Tapp as middle blockers, Thompson as the opposite hitter, Hancock as the setter, and Courtney as the libero. Kiraly opted not to make any substitutions during the match.
The team’s roster for June 2nd included a talented group of players, each bringing their unique skills and attributes to the game.
- Micha Hancock (S, 5-11, Edmond, Okla., Penn State Univ.)
- Justine Wong-Orantes (L, 5-6, Cypress, Calif., Univ. of Nebraska)
- Tori Dixon (M, 6-3, Burnsville, Minn., Univ. of Minnesota)
- Lauren Carlini (S, 6-2, Aurora, Ill., Univ. of Wisconsin)
- Hannah Tapp (M, 6-3, Stewartville, Minn., Univ. of Minnesota)
- Jordan Larson (OH, 6-2, Hooper, Neb., Univ. of Nebraska)
- Annie Drews (OPP, 6-4, Elkhart, Ind., Purdue Univ.)
- Jordan Thompson (OPP, 6-4, Edina, Minn., Univ. of Cincinnati)
- Michelle Bartsch-Hackley (OH, 6-3, Champaign, Ill., Univ. of Illinois)
- Kim Hill (OH, 6-4, Portland, Ore., Pepperdine Univ.)
- Megan Courtney (L, 6-1, Dayton, Ohio, Penn State Univ.)
- Haleigh Washington (M, 6-3, Colorado Springs, Colo., Penn State Univ.)
- Kelsey Robinson (OH, 6-2, Manhattan Beach, Calif., Univ. of Nebraska)
- Chiaka Ogbogu (M, 6-2, Coppell, Texas, Univ. of Texas)
The coaching staff includes Assistant Coaches Luka Slabe, Erin Virtue, and Tama Miyashiro, Technical Coordinator Jeff Liu, Athletic Trainer Kara Kessans, and Team Manager Jimmy Stitz.
Upcoming Schedule
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The U.S. Women’s team has an action-packed schedule ahead of them in the FIVB Volleyball Nations League. Here are the upcoming matches:
- June 6 at noon: Germany vs USA
- June 7 at 7 a.m.: Korea vs USA
- June 8 at noon: Italy vs USA
- June 12 at 6 a.m.: USA vs Belgium
- June 13 at 3 a.m.: USA vs Japan
- June 14 at noon: USA vs Turkey
- June 18 at 9 a.m.: Poland vs USA
- June 19 at 3 a.m.: USA vs Russia
- June 20 at 3 a.m.: China vs USA
- June 23: Semifinals 1 and 2
- June 24: Bronze and Gold medal matches
FAQs
Q: What is the record of the U.S. Women’s National Team in the Volleyball Nations League?
A: The U.S. Women’s National Team currently has a perfect record of 6 wins and 0 losses in the Volleyball Nations League.
Q: Who were the standout players in the match against Thailand?
A: Michelle Bartsch-Hackley and Jordan Thompson delivered exceptional performances in the match against Thailand. Bartsch-Hackley led all scorers with 18 points, while Thompson contributed 17 points.
Q: When is the next match for the U.S. Women’s National Team?
A: The U.S. Women’s National Team will face Germany on June 6th at noon PT.
Summary
The U.S. Women’s National Team continues to dominate their opponents in the Volleyball Nations League. With an impressive record of 6 wins and 0 losses, they display strength, skill, and exceptional teamwork. Standout performances from players like Michelle Bartsch-Hackley and Jordan Thompson have contributed to their success. The team’s upcoming matches against formidable opponents will undoubtedly be thrilling to watch. Make sure to follow the U.S. Women’s journey in the Volleyball Nations League as they strive for victory.
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