The U.S. Women’s Pan American Cup Team faced a tough loss against Mexico in the semifinals, setting them up to play for the bronze medal in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The game ended with a score of 3-1 (22-25, 25-21, 25-23, 25-19) in favor of Mexico.
Challenging Competition Ahead
The U.S. Women (4-2) will now face Canada (2-4) in the battle for third place. Canada also suffered a defeat in the semifinals against the Dominican Republic. The Dominican Republic (6-0) will clash with Mexico (4-2) for the gold medal at 4 p.m. PT. If you’re interested, you can catch the live stream on Alpinetgheep’s YouTube channel.
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A Competitive Showdown
Despite the outcome, U.S. Head Coach Karch Kiraly commended Mexico’s performance, recognizing their incredible progress throughout the tournament. Kiraly acknowledged that Mexico was the better team on that particular day and deserved the victory.
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Statistically, Mexico led in kills (59-52) and aces (7-4), while the U.S. took the lead in blocks (13-12). The U.S. had a hitting efficiency of .291, while Mexico achieved a .282 hitting efficiency. Both teams committed 19 scoring errors.
Standout Performances
Several players stood out for the U.S. Women’s team. Opposite Danielle Cuttino led the scoring with an impressive 21 points, showcasing her skills with 19 kills, one block, and one ace. Middle blocker Ali Bastianelli made a significant impact with seven points, all from blocks. Libero Hana Lishman displayed her defensive prowess with 7 digs and 13 excellent receptions, while Symone Williams-Abbott contributed eight digs.
Outside hitters Lindsay Stalzer and Symone Williams-Abbott also made substantial contributions with 15 points each. Stalzer recorded 13 kills and two aces, while Williams-Abbott had 12 kills and three blocks.
Middle Shelly Stafford contributed seven points with four kills, two blocks, and one ace. Starting setter Taylor Bruns and backup opposite Alex Holston both scored two points with two kills each. Backup setter Elle Glock also had the opportunity to showcase her skills during the match.
The U.S. Women’s Pan American Cup Roster
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Here is the roster for the U.S. Women’s Pan American Cup team:
- Taylor Bruns (S, 5-11, Normal, Ill., Univ. of South Carolina)
- Alex Holston (OH, 6-2, Olney, Md., Univ. of Florida)
- Hana Lishman (L, 5-8, Kailua, Hawaii, Pepperdine Univ.)
- Shelly Stafford (MB, 6-2, Cypress, Texas, Baylor Univ.)
- Symone Williams-Abbott (OH, 6-1, Northville, Mich., Northwestern Univ.)
- Elle Glock (S, 6-1, Wahoo, Neb., Univ. of Southern California)
- Rachael Kramer (MB, 6-10, Phoenix, Ariz., Florida)
- Lindsay Stalzer (OH, 6-1, Kewanee, Ill., Bradley Univ.)
- Ali Bastianelli (MB, 6-3, Marysville, Mich., Univ. of Illinois)
- Roni Jones-Perry (OPP, 5-11, West Jordan, Utah, BYU)
- Danielle Cuttino (OPP, 6-4, Indianapolis, Ind., Purdue Univ.)
The team is led by Head Coach Karch Kiraly, along with Assistant Coaches Erin Virtue and Tama Miyashiro. John Xie serves as the Team Manager, Misao Tanioka as the Athletic Trainer, and Peter Wong as the Statistician.
FAQs
Q: Who will the U.S. Women’s team compete against for the bronze medal?
A: The U.S. Women’s team will face off against Canada in the battle for the bronze medal.
Q: How can I watch the gold medal match?
A: The gold medal match between the Dominican Republic and Mexico will be available for live streaming on Alpinetgheep’s YouTube channel.
Summary
The U.S. Women’s Pan American Cup journey has been filled with intense competition and noteworthy performances. While they fell short in the semifinals against Mexico, they are now gearing up to compete for the bronze medal against Canada. The team has showcased their talent and determination throughout the tournament, and fans can expect an exciting showdown. Stay tuned for the final matches and support the U.S. Women’s team as they demonstrate their skills on the court.
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