The U.S. Women’s National Team members playing overseas are currently in the midst of their playoff seasons, indicating that the international season is just around the corner. In this week’s update, we will cover the latest news, along with featuring Natalie Hagglund and Courtney Thompson.
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- Natalie Hagglund joined the U.S. Women’s National Team in January 2014 and has helped Team USA win medals in every tournament she has competed in, including golds at the 2015 Pan American Games, 2015 Pan American Cup, 2015 NORCECA Championship, and 2016 NORCECA Olympic Qualification Tournament.
- She was the starting libero for the U.S. Women at the Pan American Games, where they secured the gold medal.
- Hagglund was an AVCA All-America First-Team selection for three consecutive seasons at the University of Southern California.
- She was also named to the CoSIDA Capital One First-Team Academic All-American in 2013 and graduated from USC with a degree in communications.
- Hagglund holds the record for most career digs at USC and ranks third in Pac-12 history.
- Apart from indoor volleyball, she is also an accomplished surfer and beach volleyball player, having competed in the FIVB Beach Youth World Championships.
- Her achievements extend to high school, where she helped LaCosta Canyon High School be named National High School Champions in 2008.
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Courtney Thompson, who is playing for Rexona-Ades in the Brazilian Superliga, recently took part in an interview with a Brazilian media outlet. She discussed her experience playing in Brazil as an American, how she landed the job as the Rexona-Ades setter, and the impact of television in making Brazil a volleyball powerhouse. Thompson also shared her thoughts on the U.S. Women’s National Team’s chances at the 2016 Olympics and her career plans after the Rio Games.
Other team members competing overseas include Christa Dietzen, who is playing for Fenerbahce in the Turkish League and CEV Champions League, Jordan Larson and Molly Kreklow, who are playing for Eczacibasi of the Turkish League, Kim Hill, who is playing for VakifBank in the Turkish League and CEV Champions League, Cursty Jackson, who is competing for Galatasaray of the Turkish League, Nicole Fawcett, who transferred to Italy’s Igor Gorgonzola Novara, Lauren Gibbemeyer and Carli Lloyd, who are playing for Pomi Casalmaggiore of the Italian Serie A1 league, Alisha Glass, Kelsey Robinson, Megan Easy, and Rachael Adams, who are all playing for Imoco Volley Conegliano of the Italian Serie A1 League, Michelle Bartsch, who is playing for Dresdner SC of the German Bundesliga, Kristin Hildebrand, who is competing for Impel Wroclaw in the Polish League, and many more.
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This season promises to be an exciting one for the U.S. Women’s National Team as they prepare for international competitions. Stay tuned for more updates on their progress!
FAQs
Q: Who are the members of the U.S. Women’s National Team playing overseas?
A: The U.S. Women’s National Team has several members playing overseas, including Natalie Hagglund, Courtney Thompson, Christa Dietzen, Jordan Larson, Molly Kreklow, Kim Hill, Cursty Jackson, Nicole Fawcett, Lauren Gibbemeyer, Carli Lloyd, Alisha Glass, Kelsey Robinson, Megan Easy, Rachael Adams, Michelle Bartsch, Kristin Hildebrand, and more.
Q: What are some notable achievements of Natalie Hagglund?
A: Natalie Hagglund has had a successful career, both at the University of Southern California and with the U.S. Women’s National Team. She has helped Team USA win medals in every tournament she has competed in, including gold medals at the 2015 Pan American Games, 2015 Pan American Cup, 2015 NORCECA Championship, and 2016 NORCECA Olympic Qualification Tournament. Hagglund was also an AVCA All-America First-Team selection for three consecutive seasons and holds the record for most career digs at USC.
Q: What did Courtney Thompson discuss in her interview?
A: Courtney Thompson, who is playing for Rexona-Ades in the Brazilian Superliga, discussed her experience playing in Brazil as an American, how she landed the job as the Rexona-Ades setter, and the impact of television in making Brazil a volleyball powerhouse. She also shared her thoughts on the U.S. Women’s National Team’s chances at the 2016 Olympics and her career plans after the Rio Games.
Summary
The U.S. Women’s National Team members playing overseas are currently in the midst of their playoff seasons in various leagues around the world. Natalie Hagglund and Courtney Thompson are among the players making headlines for their achievements and contributions to their respective teams. Hagglund has been a consistent medalist for Team USA, while Thompson recently shared her insights in an interview about her experience in Brazil. The team’s progress is closely followed as they prepare for upcoming international competitions. Stay updated for more news on their performances!
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