August 13th. 2025
Dominican Republic Completes the Final Four Lineup

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, July 13, 2025. – Dominican Republic secured the final spot in the semifinals of the women’s volleyball tournament at the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025, defeating Cuba 3-0 (25-20, 27-25, 25-18) at the Paraguayan Olympic Committee Arena.nOn Thursday, in the semifinals, the Dominicans will face Brazil in a rematch of their pool play encounter, which was won by the South Americans. The other semifinal will feature Argentina against Mexico. Cuba will compete in classification matches for 5th to 8th place, starting against hosts Paraguay. The first set was highly contested, with frequent lead changes and multiple ties. Dominican Republic took a 16-13 lead with an attack from Alondra Tapia and Cuban errors, but Cuba responded through Claudia Tarin to level the score at 16-16. The offense of Katielle Alonzo and net defense from Florangel Terrero.  More Español

August 13th. 2025
Mexico Advances to Semifinals in Asunción 2025

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, July 13, 2025. – Mexico secured its place in the semifinals of the women’s volleyball tournament at the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025 after defeating Costa Rica in straight sets (25-17, 25-18, 25-19) at the Paraguayan Olympic Committee Arena. In the semifinal stage, Mexico will face Argentina, while Costa Rica will compete in the classification round for fifth to eighth place. In the first set, Costa Rica managed to contain Mexico in the early points, but from point 10 onward, Mexico took control with strong offense from outside hitters Aimé Topete and Marcela Herrera. For Costa Rica, outside hitter María del Sol Venegas contributed key points. The second set followed a similar pattern, with the score tied until point 11. Costa Rica displayed defensive resilience to keep the ball in play. More Español

August 13th. 2025
The U21 World Championship dream ends for NORCECA teams

August 13, 2025.- The Women’s U21 World Championship dream came to an end for NORCECA teams. The United States and Puerto Rico, who had reached quarterfinals, fell to Bulgaria and Poland, respectively.  More Español

August 12th. 2025
Dominican Republic leads medals at Senior Women's Pan American Cups
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, August 12, 2025 – With this medal won at the XXII Senior Women's Pan American Volleyball Cup, the Dominican Republic continues to lead the event since its inception in 2002. With this medal, the Dominicans have won 20 medals in the competition (7 gold, 10 silver, and 3 bronze). The Queens of the Caribbean have been on the podium in every edition, except in 2012, 2023, and 2024, when they finished in fourth place. More Español

August 12th. 2025
Cuba Defeats Paraguay to Advance to Quarterfinals 

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, August 12, 2025 .– Cuba swept Paraguay (25-16, 25-12, 25-14) to advance to the quarterfinals of the women’s volleyball tournament at the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025, taking place at the Arena COP. Cuba secured second place in Pool A and will face the Dominican Republic, third in Pool B.  More Español

August 12th. 2025
Brazil Advances Undefeated to the Semifinals in Asunción 2025

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, August 12, 2025.– Brazil secured its spot in the semifinals of the women’s volleyball tournament at the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025 after defeating the Dominican Republic 3-1 (25-17, 25-23, 22-25, 25-20) at the Arena COP, closing the group stage as the undefeated leader of Pool B. Brazil advanced directly to the final four, while the Dominican Republic, which finished third in the pool with a 1-2 record. More Español

August 12th. 2025
United States and Puerto Rico Qualify for Round of 16 of the Women’s U21 World Championship

August 12, 2025.- United States and Puerto Rico qualified for the Round of 16 (Eighth Finals) of the Women’s U21 World Championship, not without first having the controversy of the Vietnam team for registering an ineligible player. Meanwhile, the Dominican Republic, Canada, and Mexico will play for positions 17/24. More Español

August 12th. 2025
Argentina Earns Direct Ticket to the Junior Pan American Games Semifinals

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, August 12, 2025.– Argentina secured a direct berth to the semifinals of the women’s volleyball tournament at the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025, finishing first in Pool A with an undefeated 3-0 record. In their final pool play match, Argentina defeated Costa Rica 3-0 (25-11, 25-19, 25-22). The Central American team, with a 1-2 record. More Español

August 12th. 2025
Mexico Secures Quarterfinal Spot in Asunción

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, August 12, 2025. – Mexico defeated Chile 3-0 (25-23, 25-16, 25-17) on the final day of the women’s volleyball group stage at the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025, securing their place in the quarterfinals. Mexico closed Pool B with a 2-1 record, while winless Chile will compete in the classification matches for positions 5 to 8.  More Español

August 11th. 2025
Argentina Earns Second Straight-Set Victory in Asunción Junior Pan Am Games
ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, August 11, 2025. – Argentina defeated Paraguay 3-0 (25-16, 25-12, 25-21) to remain undefeated in the women’s volleyball tournament of the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025.   More Español

August 11th. 2025
Brazil Remains Undefeated at the Junior Pan American Games

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, August 11, 2025.– Brazil defeated Chile 3-0 (25-13, 25-14, 25-12) to remain unbeaten in the women’s volleyball tournament of the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025, taking place at the Arena COP. With a 2-0 record, Brazil leads Pool B and will face the Dominican Republic (1-1)   More Español

August 11th. 2025
Cuba Sweeps Costa Rica at Asunción 2025

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, August 11, 2025. – Cuba earned a convincing victory over Costa Rica 3-0 (25-11, 25-14, 25-15) in the women’s volleyball tournament of the second edition of the Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025, held at the Arena COP. Cuba claimed its first win in Pool A for a 1-1 record. More Español

August 11th. 2025
Mexico Earns First Victory at the Junior Pan American Games

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, August 11, 2025. – Mexico bounced back from a rough start to defeat the Dominican Republic 3-1 (20-25, 25-20, 25-22, 25-16) in the women’s volleyball tournament of the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025, held at Arena COP. With this result, Mexico improved its Pool B record to 1-1 and will close the group stage facing Chile. More Español

August 10th. 2025
Olympic Champion Félix Sánchez Supports Volleyball at Asunción 2025

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, August 10, 2025.- Dominican double Olympic champion Félix Sánchez, one of the greatest legends in world athletics, arrived at the COP Arena to support volleyball at the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025. More Español

August 10th. 2025 Women SCHEDULE
Costa Rica Tops Paraguay in Asunción 2025 Opening Day

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, July 10, 2025. – Costa Rica defeated Paraguay 3-0 (25-21, 25-21, 25-11) in the final match of the opening day of the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025, held at the Arena COP. The first set was marked by a strong early lead built by the offense of Costa Rica’s Ivanny Blackwood. Costa Rica lost five set points (24-16) More Español

August 10th. 2025 SCHEDULE  PHOTOGALLERY
Gaila González Named MVP of the XXII Pan American Cup

COLIMA, Mexico, August 10, 2025 – Dominican Gaila González was named Most Valuable Player of the XXII Senior Women's Volleyball Cup, which concluded on Sunday at the Multifunctional Auditorium of the Unidad Deportiva Morelos in Colima, Mexico.  More Español

August 10th. 2025
Dominican Republic wins seventh Gold at Pan American Cup

COLIMA, Mexico, August 10, 2025 – The Dominican Republic outclassed Colombia during the gold medal match to claim its seventh title in the history of the Senior Women's Pan American Volleyball Cup by defeating Colombia 3-0 (25-21, 29-27, 25-22) at the Multifunctional Auditorium of the Morelos Sports Complex in Colima, Mexico. More Español

August 10th. 2025
Brazil defeats Mexico in four sets at Asunción 2025

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, July 10, 2025 .– Brazil defeated Mexico 3-1 (25-18, 21-25, 25-15, 25-15) in the second match of Pool B in the women’s volleyball tournament at the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025. More Español

August 10th. 2025
Puerto Rico wins bronze medal in thrilling match

COLIMA, Mexico, August 10, 2025 – Puerto Rico captured the bronze medal at the XXII Senior Women's Pan American Volleyball Cup after a thrilling four-set victory 3-1 (14-25, 25-20, 25-19, 25-20) over the home team, Mexico, this Sunday at the Multifunctional Auditorium of the Morelos Sports Complex in Colima.More Español

August 10th. 2025
Venezuela beats Peru for fifth place in Women’s Pan American Cup

COLIMA, Mexico, August 10, 2025.- Venezuela defeated Peru 3-2 (18-25, 25-23, 19-25, 25-20, 15-12) in the fifth-place match of the XXII Senior Women's Pan American Volleyball Cup held at the Multifunctional Auditorium of the Morelos Sports Complex in Colima, Mexico. Venezuela held the advantage in blocks 14-10, while Peru led in attacks 67-58 and in serves 7-4.  More Español

August 10th. 2025
Sebastiano Sani MVP at U21 Men’s Pan Am Cup

August 10, 2025: USA gold medal player and captain Sebastiano Sani was named MVP of the 2025 NORCECA U21 Men’s Pan American Cup at the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre near Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Below is a full list of individual award winners. In addition to the award certificate, winners were presented with white hats. More  Español

August 10th. 2025
USA golden at U21 Pan Am Cup

Calgary, Aug. 10, 2025:  The United States won gold over Team Canada today at the 2025 NORCECA U21 Men’s Pan American Cup at the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre near Calgary, Alberta, Canada. USA won 3-1 (26-24, 25-21, 22-25, 25-18) in front of a crowd cheering for their young Canadian squad, who pick up a silver medal. In the final today. More  Español

August 10th. 2025
Chile in third place at U21 Pan Am Cup

Calgary, Aug. 10, 2025:  Chile won the bronze-medal match today at the 2025 NORCECA U21 Men’s Pan American Cup at the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre near Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Chile defeated Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-18, 25-23, 25-14). Chile was more effective on attack (39-33 points), blocks (14-7), and aces (2-1).  More Español

August 10th. 2025
Mexico secures 5^th place at U21 Pan Am Cup

Calgary, Aug. 10, 2025:  After beating Barbados 3-0 today, Mexico finishes in fifth place in the standings of the 2025 NORCECA U21 Men’s Pan American Cup at the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre near Calgary, Alberta, Canada. After a very close first set that went into extra points, Mexico settled in to take the match 3-0 (31-29, 25-16, 25-17). More Español

August 10th. 2025
Dominican Republic Sweeps Chile in Pool B Opener at Asunción 2025

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, July 10, 2025 .-The Dominican Republic opened their campaign in the women’s volleyball tournament of the II Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025 with a convincing 3-0 (25-21, 25-15, 25-18)  More Español