Prosecco Doc Imoco Volley Conegliano, led by outside hitters Megan Courtney and Kathryn Plummer, emerged victorious in the Italian Cup on January 6th. The team showcased their resilience in an epic final showdown against Igor Gorgonzola Novara, with middle Haleigh Washington and setter Micha Hancock. Conegliano made a remarkable comeback from a 0-2 deficit to secure a 3-2 victory (19-25, 19-25, 25-21, 25-22, 15-13).
During the intense battle, Plummer delivered an impressive performance, contributing 17 points through 16 kills with a hitting efficiency of .469, along with one block. She also displayed her defensive prowess with 25 receptions, 56 percent of which were positive. Courtney, playing as a substitute, made a significant impact by starting the final three sets and scoring seven points with a .467 hitting percentage. She also showcased her skill in defense with 12 receptions, 58 percent of which were positive.
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Novara’s Hancock contributed four points with two kills and two aces, while setting the team to a commendable .420 hitting efficiency. Washington, who played as a substitute and started in the fifth set, made a crucial contribution with one point through a kill.
In the semifinals held on January 5th, Conegliano defeated Unet E-Work Busto Arsizio, led by setter Jordyn Poulter, with a score of 3-1 (25-16, 24-26, 25-16, 25-23). Plummer continued to shine, scoring 13 points with 12 kills and one ace. She also displayed her defensive skills with 29 receptions, 45 percent of which were positive. Courtney, playing as a substitute, made a valuable contribution despite not scoring. Poulter, on the other hand, scored one point through a kill and set Busto Arsizio to an impressive .268 hitting efficiency.
In the semifinals, Novara received a default win as Reale Mutua Fenera Chieri could not compete due to positive COVID-19 cases.
Moving on to other leagues, Busto Arsizio secured a victory in a regular-season LegaVolley match against Vero Volley Monza on January 7th, with a resounding 3-0 win (25-21, 25-19, 25-16). Poulter contributed two points with a kill and a block, while setting her team to a commendable .233 hitting efficiency.
CHINA
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Jordan Larson and the Shanghai Guangming Ube Volleyball Club secured a third-place finish in the season. Shanghai emerged victoriously in two out of the three matches against Liaoning Huajun to secure the third-place position. Larson did not compete in these matches as the team was limited to only one foreign player, and Korea’s Kim Yeon Koung took the court instead. Larson is now scheduled to participate in the U.S. Athletes Unlimited league before embarking on a new journey as an assistant volleyball coach at the University of Texas.
TURKEY
After the holiday break, Turkey resumed its regular season matches. Turk Hava Yollari (THY), with outside player Madi Kingdon Rishel, setter Lauren Carlini, and middle Tori Dixon, secured a 3-0 victory (27-25, 25-18, 25-21) against Aydın Büyükşehir Belediyespor on January 9th, demonstrating their dominance on the court. Kingdon Rishel proved instrumental in their success, scoring 19 points with 17 kills, one block, and one ace. She also displayed her defensive skills with 22 receptions, 45 percent of which were positive. Carlini, with her impeccable setting, contributed one point through a kill and set THY to an impressive .300 hitting efficiency. Dixon did not participate in the match.
Vakifbank, on the other hand, secured a sweeping victory against Yeşilyurt on January 7th. Michelle Bartsch-Hackley and Chiaka Ogbogu did not play in this match.
GERMANY
Justine Wong-Orantes, libero for Wiesbaden, played a crucial role in their 3-2 victory (22-25, 25-16, 22-25, 25-18, 15-8) against Erfurt on January 9th. Wong-Orantes showcased her defensive expertise with seven receptions, 57 percent of which were positive.
JAPAN
Annie Drews, the opposite player, played a pivotal role in JT Marvelous’ consecutive wins over Hitachi Rivale. On January 8th, JT Marvelous secured a 3-0 victory (25-16, 25-17, 27-25), with Drews scoring nine points through eight kills and one block. On January 9th, JT Marvelous faced a tough challenge but emerged victorious with a 3-2 win (25-20, 25-17, 23-25, 23-25, 16-14). Drews’ exceptional performance contributed 23 points, with 20 kills and three aces.
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Hannah Tapp, a middle player for Hitachi Rivale, did not participate in either match.
BRAZIL
The match between Middle Rachael Adams and Osasco São Cristóvão Saúde and opposite Danielle Cuttino’s Itambé Minas, scheduled for January 14th, has been postponed due to COVID-19. Osasco São Cristóvão Saúde’s match on January 7th was also postponed.
However, the Brazilian league announced on January 11th that the quarterfinals for the Brazilian Cup would begin on January 14th. Osasco São Cristóvão Saúde is scheduled to play Fluminense, and Itambé Minas is set to take on Barueri Volleyball Club on January 18th.
Overall, the Italian Cup showcased thrilling matches, with Conegliano emerging as the champions. Other leagues, including China, Turkey, Germany, Japan, and Brazil, also witnessed intense competition and exceptional performances from talented players. Stay tuned for more updates as the season progresses.
FAQs
Q: Who won the Italian Cup in women’s volleyball?
A: Prosecco Doc Imoco Volley Conegliano emerged as the winners of the Italian Cup.
Q: Who were the key players for Conegliano in the Italian Cup final?
A: Megan Courtney and Kathryn Plummer, who played as outside hitters for Conegliano, played a crucial role in their victory.
Q: How did Conegliano secure the victory in the final match?
A: Conegliano made an impressive comeback after being down 0-2 to beat Igor Gorgonzola Novara by a score of 3-2.
Q: What were the standout performances by Plummer and Courtney in the final?
A: Plummer contributed 17 points through 16 kills and one block, while Courtney scored seven points with seven kills.
Q: Which teams did Conegliano and Novara defeat in the semifinals?
A: Conegliano defeated Unet E-Work Busto Arsizio, while Novara received a default win as Reale Mutua Fenera Chieri could not compete due to COVID-19 cases.
Summary
In the thrilling Italian Cup final, Prosecco Doc Imoco Volley Conegliano secured the championship after an impressive comeback against Igor Gorgonzola Novara. Outside hitters Megan Courtney and Kathryn Plummer played pivotal roles in Conegliano’s victory. Plummer showcased her attacking and defensive skills, while Courtney made a significant impact off the bench. Conegliano’s triumph exemplified their resilience and determination.
Additionally, countries such as China, Turkey, Germany, Japan, and Brazil witnessed intense competition and outstanding performances from talented athletes. The volleyball world continues to captivate fans, offering enthralling matches and incredible displays of skill. Stay tuned for more updates and upcoming fixtures.
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