Thursday, 26 Dec 2024

Women’s U21 Roster for 2023 World Championship Revised

USA Volleyball Announces Updated Roster for FIVB Women’s U21 World Championship

The excitement is building as USA Volleyball reveals the revised roster for the upcoming FIVB Women’s U21 World Championship, set to take place from August 17th to 26th in Aguascalientes and Lèon, Mexico. This highly anticipated event will showcase the best young talent in the sport, and the USA team is gearing up to make their mark.

New Additions to the Roster

Middle blockers Lizzy Andrew, Taylor Harvey, and Alec Rothe have joined the team, replacing Ayden Ames, Favor Anyanwu, and Jaela Auguste. Their inclusion brings a fresh dynamic to the lineup and enhances the team’s chances of success.

The Rest of the Roster

The remaining positions on the roster for the U21 World Championship remain unchanged. The team boasts Campbell Flynn and Izzy Starck as setters, Ava Falduto as the libero, and Kaci Demaria, Kelly Kinney, Skyler Pierce, Emerson Sellman, and Abby Vander Wal as outside hitters. This talented group is ready to give their all on the international stage.

Past Achievements

Several members of the team have already proven themselves in previous competitions. Flynn, Mullen, Sellman, Falduto, and Vander Wal secured a gold medal at the FIVB Girls U19 World Championship, with Vander Wal earning the coveted titles of Most Valuable Player and Best Outside Hitter. Andrew, Demaria, Falduto, Starck, and Vander Wal also showcased their skills at the 2023 U19 Pan American Cup. Now, these talented players are ready for the next level of competition.

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Coaching Staff

Leading the team is Tom Hogan, the LOVB Director of Sport and a former assistant with the U.S. Women’s National Team. He will be supported by Olympic medalist Stacy Sykora and Lauren Plum, an assistant coach at Vanderbilt. With their expertise and guidance, the team is well-prepared to face the challenges ahead.

The Journey Begins

With 16 teams competing in the World Championship, the U.S. Women’s U21 Team will go head-to-head with Cuba, Türkiye, and Netherlands in pool play matches. The team is determined to secure their first-ever medal at this level, surpassing their previous fourth-place finishes in 2007 and 2011 when the event was still the U20 World Championship. In 2021, they finished fifth, and now they are hungry for even greater success.

FAQs

  1. What is the FIVB Women’s U21 World Championship?
    The FIVB Women’s U21 World Championship is an international volleyball tournament featuring the best female players under the age of 21. It provides a platform for young talent to showcase their skills and compete at a high level.

  2. Who is the head coach of the U.S. Women’s U21 Team?
    Tom Hogan, the LOVB Director of Sport and a former assistant with the U.S. Women’s National Team, is the head coach of the U.S. Women’s U21 Team. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the team.

Summary

The USA Volleyball Women’s U21 Team is gearing up for the highly anticipated FIVB Women’s U21 World Championship in Mexico. With a revised roster that includes exciting new additions, the team is determined to make their mark on the international stage. Led by head coach Tom Hogan and supported by a talented coaching staff, this group of young athletes is ready to showcase their skills and compete against the best in the world. Stay tuned for exciting matches and cheer on the U.S. Women’s U21 Team as they aim for success in this prestigious tournament.

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