September 1st. 2026
Mexico Sets the Pace with Strong Offense Against Nicaragua

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 1, 2026.- Mexico defeated Nicaragua 3-0 (25-15, 25-8, 25-21) in the final match of the opening day of the NORCECA U23 Women’s Pan American Cup. Nicaragua managed to stay close during the first half of the opening set, with Mexico holding only a three-point lead (11-8). From there, Mexico began to pull away with its offense, led particularly by Michelle Lizarraga and Aime Topete, to take the set 25-15. Mexico dominated the second set. With Lizarraga leading the offense with nine points in the set and taking advantage of Nicaragua’s difficulties in reception, Mexico built a 19-4 advantage on its way to a 25-8 win. More  Español

September 1st. 2026
United States Opens U23 Women’s Pan American Cup Title Defense with Victory

MANAGUA, Nicaragua, September 1, 2026.- The United States opened its title defense at the NORCECA U23 Women’s Pan American Cup with a 3-0 (25-21, 25-23, 25-17) victory over Canada on Tuesday at the Alexis Argüello Sports Complex in Managua. Blocking was one of the key factors for the defending champion, as the United States outblocked Canada 14-8. The U.S. also held advantages of 28-25 in attacks and 9-8 in serves. Canada gave away 24 points on errors compared to 20 by the United States. Kendall Omoruyi led the United States with 15 points, including nine attacks, three blocks and three aces. Tessa Larkin contributed 13 points, while Megan Hodges added 11, including a match-high six blocks. More  Español

FIVB President Corner