GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, July 10, 2008.-  United States won its fourth consecutive Continental U-18 Norceca Championship blanking Mexico in the final match. The score was 25-17, 25-14, 25-20.

United States established its size in the offense and the blocking at the net during the whole match, to dominate the final contest. The Americans had won the tournament in 2002 (Salt Lake City, USA), 2004 (Cataño, Puerto Rico) and 2006 (Gainesville, USA).

The Mexican squad could not handle the pressure of the final match and gave up several points.

“I am very happy with the achievement, winning is always exciting. Now we have to prepare for the World Championship and put together the best talent available including players who have not been here,” said James Stone, the coach of United States.

Ricardo Naranjo, the Mexican coach, considered the lach of maturity affected his team. “They established a great tactical plan which worked every moment. Their aggressive serve caused us a lot of trouble during the match.”

United States had Tetori Dixon and Ashley Wittman with 10 points apiece and Erica Denney added nibe. For Mexico, Andrea Rangel had 10 points and Samantha Briccio added seven points.