The U.S. Women’s National Team has recently announced the 19 athletes who will be participating in the training and selection process for a spot on the Pan American Cup roster. This highly anticipated event is scheduled to take place from June 30 to July 11 in the Dominican Republic.
In order to focus their efforts on the World Grand Prix, U.S. Women’s National Team Head Coach Karch Kiraly has appointed University of Pittsburgh Head Coach Dan Fisher to lead the Pan American Cup squad. Fisher has proven his expertise in this role before, having led the U.S. to victory and the gold medal in the 2015 Pan American Games, where they triumphed over Brazil in the championship match.
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Joining Fisher on the Pan American Cup coaching staff are assistant coach Heather Olmstead from BYU Women’s team, team leader/assistant coach Jon Newman-Gonchar from the University of Arkansas, and scout coach Tristan Johnson from Arkansas State University.
The final roster for the Pan American Cup competition will be announced in late June.
U.S. Women’s Training Roster for Pan American Cup
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The following players have been selected for the U.S. Women’s Training Roster for the Pan American Cup:
| Name | Position | Height | Hometown | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inky Ajanaku | M | 6-3 | Tulsa, Oklahoma | Stanford University |
| Rhamat Alhassan | M | 6-4 | Glenarden, Maryland | University of Florida |
| Lauren Carlini | S | 6-2 | West Aurora, Illinois | University of Wisconsin |
| Megan Courtney | OH | 6-1 | Dayton, Ohio | Penn State |
| Lexi Dannemiller | S | 5-11 | West Chester, Ohio | University of Michigan |
| Haley Eckerman | OPP | 6-3 | Waterloo, Iowa | University of Texas |
| Micha Hancock | S | 5-11 | Edmond, Oklahoma | Penn State |
| Alex Holston | OPP | 6-1 | Olney, Maryland | University of Florida |
| Brittany Howard | OH | 6-3 | Los Altos, California | Stanford University |
| Madi Kingdon | OH | 6-1 | Phoenix, Arizona | University of Arizona |
| Caitlin Nolan | L | 5-8 | Southlake, Texas | Iowa State University |
| Kelsie Payne | M | 6-3 | Austin, Texas | University of Kansas |
| Taylor Sandbothe | M | 6-2 | Lee’s Summit, Missouri | Ohio State University |
| Taylor Simpson | OH | 6-3 | Colorado Springs, Colorado | University of Colorado |
| Lianna Sybeldon | M | 6-1 | Folsom, California | University of Washington |
| Nikki Taylor | OPP | 6-3 | Honolulu, Hawaii | University of Hawaii |
| Cassie Wait | L | 5-8 | Gardner, Kansas | University of Kansas |
| Nicole Walch | OH | 6-2 | Stuart, Florida | Florida State University |
| Justine Wong-Orantes | L | 5-6 | Cypress, California | University of Nebraska |
- Head Coach: Dan Fisher (University of Pittsburgh)
- Assistant Coach: Heather Olmstead (BYU)
- Assistant Coach/Team Leader: Jon Newman-Gonchar (University of Arkansas)
- Scout: Tristan Johnson (Arkansas State University)
- Athletic Trainer: Peter Higbie
FAQs
Q: What is the Pan American Cup?
A: The Pan American Cup is a highly competitive volleyball tournament where national teams from North, Central, and South America come together to compete for the title.
Q: How is the Pan American Cup different from the World Grand Prix?
A: While the World Grand Prix showcases teams from all over the world, the Pan American Cup focuses specifically on teams from the Americas.
Q: Can players from the Pan American Cup roster also participate in the World Grand Prix?
A: No, due to scheduling conflicts, the U.S. Women’s National Team has decided to prioritize the World Grand Prix and has selected a separate roster for that event.
Q: When will the final Pan American Cup competition roster be announced?
A: The final roster for the Pan American Cup competition will be announced in late June.
Summary
The U.S. Women’s National Team has revealed the 19 players who will be vying for a spot on the Pan American Cup roster. Led by Head Coach Dan Fisher, these athletes will undergo intense training and competition in their quest to represent their country in the upcoming tournament. The Pan American Cup is known for its high level of play, and the U.S. team is determined to build upon their success in the past. The final roster will be announced in late June, and fans are eagerly anticipating the start of the competition. Stay tuned for more updates and be sure to support the U.S. Women’s National Team as they strive for victory!
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