Monday, 15 Jul 2024

Women’s Sitting Team Holds Back Brazil at Parapan

The U.S. Women’s Sitting Team, ranked No. 1 in the world, faced a formidable challenge on Sunday and emerged victorious with a 3-1 win against Brazil in the Parapan American Games competition. The team showcased their strength and determination throughout the match, securing a well-deserved victory.

The U.S. Women, who currently have a flawless record of 2-0 in the preliminary round robin, will face Canada in their final pool play match on August 26th at noon ET. Excitement builds as the Parapan Am Games women’s sitting division semifinals approach on the evening of August 27th, with the medal-round matches set for August 28th. Fans can catch all the action by streaming the matches on the Lima 2019 app.

Katie Holloway from Lake Stevens, Washington, played a pivotal role in Team USA’s success, leading the team with 17 points. Holloway’s impressive performance included 11 kill swings, four blocks, and two aces. Heather Erickson from Fayetteville, North Carolina, also made a significant impact with 11 points, all of which came from kills. Nicky Nieves from Kissimmee, Florida, contributed 11 points as well, with eight kills and three blocks.

Lora Webster from Point Lookout, New York, had a commendable performance, charting four kills, two blocks, and an ace, resulting in seven points for the team. Kaleo Kanahele Maclay scored two points with a kill and an ace, while Jillian Williams from Odem, Texas, made a valuable contribution with a kill as a sub in the second set.

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The Americans, guided by the exceptional setting of Kanahele Maclay, showcased their attacking prowess by converting 43 out of 33 kill attempts, giving them a 33% kill percentage. They also had a 7-5 advantage in aces. Meanwhile, Brazil exhibited their defensive skills, recording a 13-9 block margin and converting 31 out of 28 kill attempts, resulting in a 28% kill percentage. The U.S. had 27 errors in the match, while Brazil had 38.

Bethany Zummo from Dublin, California, displayed her defensive prowess as the team’s libero, successfully handling six receptions and providing crucial support on the back row. Erickson performed admirably on the receiving end, maintaining a positive reception rate of 53% out of 34 chances.

In the opening set, Team USA dominated from the start, gaining a 3-0 and 8-3 lead before comfortably securing a 25-12 victory. They continued their momentum into the second set, using a 5-0 run to establish a 9-4 advantage and ultimately winning the set 25-18. Brazil fought back in the third set, taking a 9-6 lead and later building an 18-10 advantage. Despite a valiant effort by the U.S. to narrow the gap, Brazil emerged victorious with a 25-22 score.

With the fourth set underway, Brazil took an early 6-3 lead. However, Team USA quickly rallied and equalized the score at 7-all before launching an impressive 11-2 run to secure a commanding 14-8 lead. While Brazil made a late comeback, closing the gap to four at 23-19, Team USA maintained their composure and sealed the match with a final score of 25-21.

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FAQs

Q: Which team is ranked No. 1 in the world in women’s sitting volleyball?
A: The U.S. Women’s Sitting Team currently holds the top spot in the world rankings for women’s sitting volleyball.

Q: Who led the U.S. Women’s Sitting Team in points during the match against Brazil?
A: Katie Holloway from Lake Stevens, Washington, led the U.S. Women’s Sitting Team with 17 points, showcasing her prowess with 11 kill swings, four blocks, and two aces.

Q: When is the next match for the U.S. Women’s Sitting Team?
A: The U.S. Women’s Sitting Team will face Canada in their final pool play match on August 26th at noon ET.

Q: How can fans watch the Parapan American Games women’s sitting volleyball matches?
A: Fans can stream the matches on the Lima 2019 app to catch all the thrilling action of the Parapan American Games women’s sitting volleyball competition.

Q: What are the dates for the Parapan American Games women’s sitting division semifinals and medal-round matches?
A: The Parapan American Games women’s sitting division semifinals will take place on the evening of August 27th, followed by the medal-round matches on August 28th.

Summary

In this thrilling match, the U.S. Women’s Sitting Team, ranked No. 1 in the world, demonstrated their exceptional skills and resilience as they overcame Brazil in a 3-1 victory. Led by standout performer Katie Holloway, the team showcased their dominance in each set, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive capabilities. With an impressive performance, the U.S. Women’s Sitting Team continues to excel in the preliminary round robin, setting the stage for an exciting semifinals and medal-round matches in the Parapan American Games. Stay tuned to witness more outstanding performances from these talented athletes.

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