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October 12th.
2025
Patrick Rogers, the Most Valuable
NORCECA MEN’S FINAL SIX
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 12th, 2025.-
Outside hitter Patrick Rogers from the United States was named the
Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2025 NORCECA Men’s Final Six held
from October 6-12 at the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. Patrick
Rogers received the MVP recognition during the closing ceremony
after the United States earn their third consecutive title at the
tournament. Rogers contributed a total of 78 points over the seven
matches his team played at the event on the way to the gold medal
and was second best scorer of the USA in the championship match with
12 points (11 attacks and 1 ace). Opposite Kyler Wade from the
United States was named best server.
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October 12th.
2025
United States wins third tittle in a
row at NORCECA Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 12th,
2025.-
The United States defeated Puerto Rico
in straight sets (27-25, 25-20, 25-21) to win their third tittle in
a row in the NORCECA Men’s Final Six at the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns
Auditorium. This is the fifth overall medal for the United States in
the NORCECA Final Six, Bronze in 2021 and 2022, and Gold in 2023,
2024, and 2025. For Puerto Rico, this marks their first-ever medal
in the tournament. The match started close, with both teams trading
one-point leads. Consecutive errors from Puerto Rico gave the United
States a 15-13 lead through the first set, but Puerto Rico fought
back and tied the score at 20-20. It was a tight finish, but the
United States prevailed 27-25.
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October 12th.
2025
Dominican Republic wins Bronze Medal at the NORCECA Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 10th, 2025.-
Dominican Republic won the Bronze Medal at the NORCECA Men’s Final
Six after a straight set win over Mexico (25-23, 25-21, 25-22) at
the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. Dominican Republic finished in
third place with a 3-4 win-loss record, to win their first medal in
the tournament’s history. Mexico ended with a 4-3 record and fourth
place. The Dominican Republic started strong in the first set (6-3)
and maintained a six-point lead until mid-set (17–11). Mexico came
from behind and tied the score at 22–22. Two consecutive errors from
Mexico gave the Dominicans set point, and they ultimately won the
set 25–23. The Dominican Republic kept its momentum with a 9-5
margin at the start of the second set, maintaining a comfortable
17–12 lead. Mexico pushed back, and two consecutive points from Ridl
Garay tied the action at 20–20. The Dominican offense prevailed,
winning the set 25–21."
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October 12th.
2025
Canada finishes in fifth place at NORCECA Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 12th, 2025.-
Canada defeated Suriname in straight sets (25-19, 25-18, 25-15) to
finish in fifth place of the NORCECA Men’s Final Four at the Juan
“Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. Canada Finished the tournament with a
2-4 win-loss record and fifth place while Suriname ended in sixth
place with 0-6. The Canadians started strong with an early 4-1
advantage. Suriname got close (7-8), but three consecutive points
from Canada gave them an 11-7 lead. Canada continued the dominance
mid-set with a comfortable margin (20-15). An ace from Matthew
Siebenga closed the set 25-19. Canada’s pressure with their serves
was key to maintaining the lead throughout the second set, building
a 10-point advantage mid-set (19-9). Suriname tried to close the
gap, but Canada sealed the set 25-18.
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October 11th.
2025
Puerto Rico outlasts Dominicana in a thriller to book a ticket to
the final.
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 10th, 2025.-
Puerto Rico defeated Dominican Republic in an epic five-set battle
(25-27, 32-30, 31-33, 25-22, 15-11) to book a ticket to the
championship match of the NORCECA Men’s Final Four at the Juan
“Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. This will be Puerto Rico’s first
appearance in the tournament’s gold medal match. Puerto Rico will
face defending champion the United States in the gold medal match
while Dominican Republic will take on Mexico for bronze. Dominican
Republic started strong, taking a 7-3 lead before coach Jamille
Torres from Puerto Rico called a timeout to adjust the tactics.
Puerto Rico gained momentum and closed the gap to 13-14, keeping the
set tight and forcing extra points. The Dominican Republic sealed
the set with a solid block, winning 27-25.
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October 11th.
2025
Defending Champion United States Advances to the Gold Medal Match
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 11th, 2025.-
The United States earned a chance to defend its NORCECA Final Six
title, advancing to the gold medal match after a thrilling five-set
victory over Mexico (22-25, 25-22, 19-25, 25-23, 15-13) at the Juan
“Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. The first set was highly competitive.
Both teams were tied at 12-12, but Mexico gained momentum and pulled
ahead with a 5-point lead at 20-15. However, two aces from Kyler
Wade closed the gap to 21-23. Despite the late push, Mexico’s
consistent attacking secured the set, 25-23. The United States
started strong in the second set, but Mexico found their rhythm,
narrowing the gap from 8-4 to tie it at 8-8. The United States
regained control and maintained the advantage despite Mexico’s
pressure. A monster block by Cameron Thorne sealed the set for the
United States, 25-22.
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October 10th.
2025
United States heads to the semifinals after five-set thriller win
against Puerto Rico
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 10th, 2025.-
The United States is heading to the semifinals of the NORCECA’s Men
Final Six after a five-set thriller win against host team Puerto
Rico at the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium (19-25, 25-23, 25-18,
23-25, 15-11). The United States (4-1) will face Mexico (4-1) in the
semifinals, meanwhile Puerto Rico (4-1) will take on Dominican
Republic (2-3). It was a close first set, with both teams battling
for the advantage. Puerto Rico gained momentum through assertive
attacks and went on to win the set 25-19. Puerto Rico opened the
second set with a narrow 8-5 lead, but the United States began
improving their reception and using their middle blockers to level
the score at 11-11. Three consecutive errors from Puerto Rico
allowed United States to pull ahead 16-13, a lead they held onto to
close the set 25-23.
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October 10th.
2025
Dominican Republic swept Canada and Claims
Semifinal Spot
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 10th, 2025.- The
Dominican Republic swept Canada (25-23, 26-24, 25-23) to claim a
semifinal spot in the NORCECA Men’s Final Six at the Juan “Pachín”
Vicéns Auditorium. It was a very close match. The Dominican Republic
opened the set strong, holding firm against Canada’s resilient
efforts to maintain a steady lead and close out the set 25-21.
Canada returned focused in the second set, applying pressure on the
Dominican Republic through strong blocking. However, the Dominicans
continued to push forward. The score remained tight toward the end
of the set, but two aces from Wilfrido Rodriguez sealed the victory
for the Dominican Republic in extra points, 26-24. The match
remained tight in the third set, with both teams battling for the
lead. Midway through the set, the Dominican Republic began to gain
momentum and closed it out 25-23. Dominican Republic outperformed in
attacks (39-34) but Canada led in blocks (10-3). Both teams were
tied with 5 aces each. Dominican Republic committed 21 unforced
errors compared to 29 from Canada.
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October 10th.
2025
Mexico advances to the semifinals with a straight-set victory over
Suriname
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 10th, 2025.-
Mexico beat Suriname in straight sets (25-21, 25-14, 25-18),
securing a spot in the semifinals of the NORCECA Men’s Final Six at
the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. Mexico started strong and
dominated throughout the first set, gaining a 21-17 advantage.
Suriname attempted to fight back but ultimately lost the set 25-21.
Mexico maintained a solid lead in the second set and secured a 25-14
win. Suriname came out strong in the third set, jumping to an early
6-2 lead. Mexico responded by adjusting its lineup and gradually
closed the gap, leveling the score at 13-13. Ultimately, Mexico took
control of the set with an 18-15 lead and closed it out 25-18.
Mexico led in attacks (40-26), blocks (5-3) and serves (14-2) while
Suriname committed fewer unforced errors (16-22). Leonardo
Maldonado, Mexico’s outside hitter, topped all scorers with 18
points (14 kills, 1 block, 3 aces). He was followed by Juan Salvador
Garcia and Daniel Cravioto Ross, who each contributed 8 points.
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October 9th.
2025
Puerto Rico blanked Canada to clinch a
ticket to the semifinals
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 9th, 2025.-
Puerto Rico swept Canada (25-15, 25-17,
25-16) to maintain their undefeated record
at the NORCECA Men’s Final Six, held at the
Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium, clinching a
ticket to the semifinals. Puerto Rico
started the match strong jumping to a quick
3-0 lead. The home team kept the pressure
on, controlling the tempo and forcing Canada
into early errors winning the set 25-15.
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October 9th.
2025
United States dominates Suriname in NORCECA
Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 9th, 2025.-
The United States defeated Suriname in
consecutive sets (25-13, 25-17, 25-11) on
day four of the NORCECA Men’s Final Six at
the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. The
United States started the match by putting
pressure with their serves, gaining a solid
16-10 advantage. Suriname was unable to
recover and dropped the set 25-13. Suriname
gained momentum in the second set, but the
United States maintained control and closed
it out 25-17. The United States continued to
dominate throughout the fourth set, securing
a 25–11 win. Keoni Thiim, outside hitter of
the United States, was the top scorer of the
match with 14 points (11 attacks and 3
aces). Suriname’s top scorer was outside
hitter Gianni Ritfeld with 5 points. United
States finished the match with a huge
advantage in attacks (41-19) and serves
(10-1). They also led in blocks (5-0).
Suriname conceded fewer points on errors
(19-21). The United States will play host
team Puerto Rico, while Suriname will face
Mexico on the final day of the round-robin.
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October 9th.
2025
Mexico prevails over Dominican Republic at
NORCECA Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 9th, 2025.-
Mexico defeated Dominican Republic 3-1
(25-15, 26-28, 25-21, 25-18), improving
their record to 3-1 at the NORCECA Men’s
Final Six, held at the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns
Auditorium. Mexico is one step closer to
reaching the semifinals and will face
Suriname on the final day of round-robin
play, while Dominican Republic will take on
Canada. Mexico took early control of the
match, establishing a comfortable 16-8
advantage and closing the first set with a
decisive 25–15 win. It was a battle in the
second set, with Dominican Republic gaining
a small advantage 16-14 when Mexico
requested a time out to regroup. Both teams
kept pushing but at the end Dominican
Republic held firm to win 28-26. Dominican
Republic came out strong at the start of the
third set, but Mexico responded and closed
the match with a 25–21 victory. Mexico
dominated the fourth set with powerful
attacks from their opposite Ridl Alexis
Garcia, winning 25-18.
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October 8th.
2025
Puerto Rico aced Suriname to stay unbeaten
at NORCECA Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 8th, 2025.-
With an outstanding 11-0 advantage in
serves, host team Puerto Rico dominated
Suriname 3-0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-9) in the
NORCECA Men’s Final Six, currently being
played at the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns
Auditorium.
Puerto Rico remains undefeated (3-0) and
will play Canada next, and Suriname (0-3)
will face the United States. The Puerto
Ricans dominated on the court throughout the
match and outperformed Suriname in all
scoring categories: 35-8 in spike kills,
11-0 in aces, and 9-5 in kill blocks.
Although Suriname committed fewer unforced
errors (20-25). With a new lineup by coach
Torres, Puerto Rico dominated Suriname from
the start of the first set, building a
comfortable 17-7 lead, led by opposite
Sebastián Negrón, closing the set 25-16.
Puerto Rico applied pressure with strong
serves and committed fewer unforced errors
to take the second set 25-13. The host team
maintained the same tactic throughout the
third set, with no response from Suriname,
and won 25-9.
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October 8th.
2025
Mexico defeats Canada in straight sets at
NORCECA Men’s Final Six.
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 8th, 2025.-
Mexico overcame the pressure from Canada to
defeat them in straight sets (25-18, 25-19,
25-19) and secured their second victory at
NORCECA Men’s Final Six. After a very tight
start to the first set, Mexico managed to
break Canada’s pressure and secured an
advantage in the closing moments with three
aces from their middle blocker Juan Salvador
García, closing the set 25-18. Canada kept
pushing at the start of the second set, but
Mexico prevailed and won 25-19. Mexico
maintained control throughout the third set
and sealed the match with a 25-19 win.Mexico
dominated in attacks 38-24, but Canada
outperformed in blocks 4-3 and serves 7-6.
Mexico scored 28 points from Canada’s
unforced errors while giving up 21
points. Opposite Ridl Alexis Garay and
outside hitter Yasutaka Sanay from Mexico
were the match leaders with 11 points each,
while outside hitter Liam Pauls was Canada’s
top scorer with 10 points.
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October 8th.
2025
The United States improves 2-1 with win over
Dominican Republic
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 8th,
2025.-
The United States bounced back after
dropping the first set to the Dominican
Republic, winning 3-1 (22-25, 30-28, 25-17,
25-20) to record their second victory on Day
3 of the NORCECA Men’s Final Six at the Juan
“Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. Dominican
Republic started dominating the match wining
the first set 25-22. The United States
started the second set with momentum, taking
an early 7-4 lead. It wasn’t until point 11
that the Dominicans leveled the score,
starting a back-and-forth battle for the
lead until the United States pulled away by
two points to claim the set 30-28. The
United States then took control in the next
two sets. Team USA closed out the third set
25-17 and maintained momentum through the
fourth to win 25-20. The United States
outscored the Dominican Republic in attacks
(60-45), blocks (9-5), and serves (8-4), but
the Dominicans committed fewer unforced
errors (25–36).
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October 7th.
2025
Puerto Rico beat Mexico to remain undefeated
at NORCECA Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 7th, 2025.-
Puerto Rico beat Mexico 3-1 (25-20, 18-25,
25-16, 25-19) to remain undefeated in the
NORCECA Men’s Final six taking place at the
Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. In the
first set, Puerto Rico dominated with ease,
relying on outside hitter Pelegrin Vargas.
Mexico came back determined and won the
second set 25-18 to even the score. Puerto
Rico played a well-balanced third set,
building a comfortable 8-2 advantage and
using tactical serving to close the set
25-16. The action was even at the beginning
of the fourth set, but the Puerto Ricans
rallied to win it 25-19. Puerto Rico held
advantage in attacks (48-44), blocks (12-3)
and serves (7-1) but Mexico committed fewer
unforced errors (26-32).
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October 7th.
2025
Dominican Republic swept Suriname at NORCECA
Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 7th,
2025.-
The Dominican Republic defeated Suriname in
straight sets (25-4, 25-17, 25-11) to record
their first win in the NORCECA Men’s Final
Six at the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium.
Opposite Adrian Figueroa was the top scorer
of the match with 18 pts (13 attacks, 3
blocks and 2 aces). For Suriname, middle
blocker Gyles Black was the top scorer with
8 points (4 attacks, 3 blocks and 1 ace) In
the next matches of the round robin
Dominican Republic (1-1) will face the
United States (1-1), while Suriname (0-2)
takes on Puerto Rico (1-0). The Dominican
Republic started the first set with
overwhelming superiority against Suriname,
with Captain Wilfrido Hernández applying
pressure with strong serves, helping secure
the set 25-10. Suriname began to push back,
but the Dominicans prevailed, winning the
second set 25-17. Dominican Republic kept
the same tactic with a serve-block
combination, to win the third set 25-11.
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October 7th.
2025
USA beats Canada to claim first NORCECA
Final Six victory
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 7th,
2025.-
The United States secured its first victory
at the NORCECA Men’s Final Six, defeating
Canada 3-1 (25-18, 25-10, 23-25, 25-18) on
the second day of the tournament taking
place at the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns
Auditorium.
The United States maintained control over
the first two sets of the match, with
aggressive serves and fluid attack
combinations. Canada gained momentum in the
third set, winning 25-23. The beginning of
the fourth set was very tight, but the
United States prevailed and won 25-18.
United States earned their first victory
with a 38-20 advantage in attacking points,
9-6 in blocking points, and 14-12 lead in
points from serves. Unforced errors were
similar, with United States committing 33
and Canada 37. Justin Todd from the United
States was the top scorer of the match with
17 points (9 attacks, 5 blocks and 3 aces);
Captain Liam Pauls led the offensive for
Canada with 11 points (7 attacks and 4 aces)
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October 6th.
2025
Puerto Rico wins five-set thriller at
NORCECA Men's Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 6th,
2025.-
Puerto Rico won a five-set thriller match
against the Dominican Republic (25-23,
25-19, 19-25, 26-28, 15-7) in their opening
match at the NORCECA Men’s Final Six at the
Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. The
Dominican Republic took an early lead in the
first set by six points (11–4), but Puerto
Rico gradually gained control and won the
set 25–23. Puerto Rico dominated the second
set, winning 25–19. The Dominicans held a
three-point advantage in the third set
(16–13) and went on to win it 25–19. They
continued their momentum in the fourth set,
edging out Puerto Rico 28–26 to decide the
match in a tie-break. Puerto Rico responded
strongly, taking the fifth set 15–7 Puerto
Rico led the Dominican Republic in attacks
(67-51) and serves (8-2), but the Dominicans
controlled the blocking (10-6) and committed
fewer unforced errors than Puerto Rico
(29-39).
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October 6th.
2025
Mexico stuns the United States to kick off
NORCECA Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 6th,
2025.- Mexico opened NORCECA Men’s Final Six
with a reverse sweep over the United States
(22-25, 21-25, 25-19, 25-22, 15-11) at the
Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium. It was a
very tight first set, but the United States
closed it out with a 25–21 win. Mexico
recovered, taking control of the second set
from the start with a comfortable five-point
lead (12–7). However, the United States made
adjustments to their blocking, regained the
lead, and ultimately won the set 25–21. The
Mexicans came back strong, winning the third
set 25–19. The United States fought hard,
but Mexico prevailed 25–21 to force a
tiebreak. Mexico sealed the match with a
15–11 win in the fifth set.
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October 6th.
2025
Canada outplays Suriname at NORCECA Men’s
Final Six opener
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 6th,
2025.- Canada outplayed Suriname 3-0 (25-13,
25-18, 25-16) on their opener match at the
NORCECA Men’s Final Six at the Juan “Pachín”
Vicéns Auditorium. Suriname kept it close
early in the first set at 7–9, but Canada
held the advantage throughout and went on to
win the set 25–13. In the second set, Canada
quickly jumped to an eight-point lead
(16–8), maintaining a comfortable margin to
secure a 25–18 victory. Canada continued
their dominance in the third set, although
Suriname gained momentum by scoring four
consecutive points (14–21), the Canadians
ended closing out the match with a 25–16
win. Canada held advantages in kills 45-22,
4-1 in blocks and 10-0 in points from serves
while Suriname committed fewer errors than
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October 5th.
2025
Coaches Share Their Tournament Expectations
Ahead of NORCECA Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 5th,
2025.- The Juan ‘Pachín’ Vicéns Auditorium
is ready to host the fifth edition of the
NORCECA Men’s Final Six, as head coaches
from Canada, the Dominican Republic, Mexico,
Puerto Rico, Suriname, and the United States
share their expectations for the event,
which runs from October 6th to 12th.
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October 1st.
2025
Ponce, Puerto Rico Ready to Host the NORCECA Men’s Final Six
PONCE, Puerto Rico, October 1, 2025.- The city of Ponce, Puerto
Rico, is preparing to host the NORCECA Men’s Final Six tournament,
scheduled to take place from October 6 to 12 at the Juan “Pachín”
Vicéns Auditorium. The event will bring together the men’s national
teams of Canada, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Suriname, the
United States, and Puerto Rico. This will be the fifth edition of
this prestigious tournament, which awards world ranking points to
teams not competing in the Volleyball Nations League (VNL).
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