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PRESS RELEASE 30/08/2009


Warrior Ivan Contreras is MVP in Guadalajara

Guadalajara, Mexico, August 30, 2009 - Mexican selection player Ivan Contreras was recognized as the most valuable player (MVP) in the NORCECA Men’s Volleyball Group  I Play-offs, a qualifying tournament for the 2010 Italy World Championship, which came to a closing today at the Pan American Volleyball Stadium.

 

Alongside with the Mexican warrior, who accumulated 36 points in all three matches, the members of Canada’s winning team who were recognized were Adam Simac in blocking, Daniel Lewis in defense, Dustin Schneider in passing and Fred Winters in reception.

 

In addition, the two Dominicans players who had the privilege of being acknowledge were Elvis Daverson Contreras in scoring, attack and service as well as Alfonso Canario as best libero.

 

In this tournament, with Canada as the winner, Mexico finished second (2-1), followed by the Dominican team (1-2) and lastly, the team from Panama (0-3).

 

With the passes obtained by Canada and Mexico, all five tickets awarded by the North, Central America and Caribbean Volleyball Association have been won as previous ones were handed to the United States, Cuba, and Puerto Rico.
 

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