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Puerto Rico to play Canada for fifth place

 

   

CALLAO, Peru, June 20, 2015 - Puerto Rico will play Canada for fifth place at the XIV Women’s Volleyball Pan American Cup following their 3-1 (19-25, 25-9, 25-21, 25-21) victory over Brazil at Miguel Grau Coliseum of Callao on Saturday.

 

After losing the first set the Puerto Ricans got their energy back and dominated the rest of the way leading in attacks 56-39, blocks 15-12 and aces 5-0.

 

Stephanie Enright was the best offensive player for the winners with 17 points, including four blocks and one ace. Yarimar Rosa and Shirley Ferrer contributed 16 and 15 in the victory while Alexandra Oquendo and Sheila Ocasio concluded with 12 and 10, respectively.

 

Lorenne Geraldo and Karoline Tomena were the only Brazilians who finished in double digits in the scores with 13 and 12.

 

Yarimar Rosa, captain of Puerto Rico: “We are happy about this victory after two consecutive losses in five sets to Argentina and Cuba. We wanted to be on the podium but we had to recover and come back after so painful loss. Today we played a good game and gave chances to the younger players so they can adjust better.”

 

Lana Conceicao, captain of Brazil: “Unfortunately tonight we were not able to control the experience and strength of the Puerto Rican attackers. Tomorrow we will play our last match of the competition. Each match helps us in our preparation for the world championship in Puerto Rico.”

 

Jose Mieles, coach of Puerto Rico: “After a loss like the one yesterday, our team was able to recover and came out with everything. After losing the first set we solved the situation with character and maturity. Tomorrow we will go out looking for the win right away.”

 

Mauricio Thomas, coach of Brazil: “Puerto Rico is an experienced team that plays at a pace that is over our level. We are getting experience for our objective this year.”