The U.S. Women’s National Team showcased their resilience and fighting spirit in a thrilling five-set match against Russia at the FIVB World Championship Pool C first round in Kobe, Japan. In a battle of undefeated teams, the U.S. secured a hard-fought 19-25, 25-20, 26-24, 12-25, 15-11 victory.
Quick Sets
- Key Stat: American outside hitter Kim Hill led the team with 19 points, including four crucial points in the decisive fifth set.
- Key Note: After a disappointing fourth set, the U.S. responded with leads of 3-0 and 10-4 in the fifth set, ultimately holding off Russia for the win.
- Records: The U.S. remains unbeaten with a 5-0 record and 13 points, while Russia stands at 4-1 with 12 points.
- World Rankings: The U.S. holds the No. 2 spot, while Russia is ranked No. 5.
- 2018 Season Record: The U.S. boasts an impressive 31-4 record.
- Up Next: The U.S. will face Bulgaria (2-3, 6 points) on October 7th at 12:25 a.m. ET.
Russia dominated the first set, taking an 18-9 lead and securing a 25-19 victory. However, the U.S. fought back in the second set, building a 19-12 advantage and winning 25-20. The third set was a closely contested battle, with 17 ties, but the Americans eventually emerged victorious with a 26-24 score. Russia dominated the fourth set, winning convincingly at 25-12, but the U.S. responded strongly in the fifth set, scoring the first three points and extending their lead to 10-4. Although Russia mounted a comeback, the Americans held on to secure a 15-11 victory. Notably, six different players contributed to the U.S.’s success in the final set.
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U.S. Women’s National Team Head Coach Karch Kiraly praised his team’s fighting spirit, stating, “I really like the way that our team responded and had great fighting spirit; even after a disappointing fourth set, we came back strong in the fifth set.”
U.S. captain Jordan Larson acknowledged the challenge posed by Russia, saying, “Russia is a very strong team, and we knew they would be serving tough. They are a great blocking defense team. We knew we had to hit high. I am just really proud of our team for grinding through some tough times. We are just trying to be better every day.”
Both the U.S. and Russia have already qualified for the second round, which will take place in Osaka from October 7th to 11th. The top four teams from Pools B and C will combine to form Pool F, where they will play crossover matches. The points and records from the first round will carry over to the second round. The top three teams from Pool F will advance to the third round, which is the final six.
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Pool F will consist of the USA, Russia, Thailand, and Azerbaijan from Pool C, while Pool B will be represented by Italy, China, Turkey, and Bulgaria. The U.S. will start their second round campaign against Bulgaria on October 7th at 12:25 a.m. ET, followed by a match against Turkey on October 8th at 12:25 a.m. ET. After a day off, the Americans will face China on October 10th at 6:20 a.m. ET and conclude the second round with a match against Italy on October 11th at 3:10 a.m. ET.
Larson acknowledged the tough competition ahead, stating, “It is not going to be easy… They are great teams, so it is fun to compete against the best. They are some of the best, and we are excited to play. It is going to be a long tournament, and we have to be ready for anything. I think we are showing our resilience and our fight, and I think that is important as we continue in the tournament.”
FAQs
Q: How did the U.S. Women’s National Team perform against Russia at the FIVB World Championship?
A: The U.S. Women’s National Team secured a hard-fought victory against Russia in a five-set battle. Despite losing the first set, the U.S. responded strongly and won the next two sets. Russia dominated the fourth set, but the Americans showcased their resilience in the fifth set to secure a 15-11 victory.
Q: Who were the key players for the U.S. in the match against Russia?
A: Kim Hill, an American outside hitter, led the team with 19 points, including four crucial points in the decisive fifth set. Jordan Larson, the U.S. captain, also made a significant contribution with 16 points, including 15 kills. Foluke Akinradewo, Kelly Murphy, Karsta Lowe, and Lauren Gibbemeyer were also key players for the U.S.
Q: What is the U.S. Women’s National Team’s record in the FIVB World Championship so far?
A: The U.S. Women’s National Team remains unbeaten with a 5-0 record and 13 points after their victory against Russia. This impressive performance positions them well for the second round of the tournament.
Summary
In a thrilling five-set match, the U.S. Women’s National Team emerged victorious over Russia at the FIVB World Championship. Despite losing the first set, the Americans showcased their fighting spirit, bouncing back to win the next two sets. After a dominant fourth set from Russia, the U.S. rallied in the fifth set to secure a 15-11 victory. With a 5-0 record and 13 points, the U.S. is now focused on the next round of the tournament, where they will face tough competition from teams such as Italy, China, Turkey, and Bulgaria. With their resilience and fighting spirit, the U.S. is determined to continue their success in the tournament. For more information and updates, visit the official website of the U.S. Women’s National Team at Alpinetgheep.com.
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