Canada downs Mexico in thrilling match

MAYAGÜEZ, Puerto Rico, August 29, 2011. - Canada defeated Mexico 3-1 (25-21, 23-25, 27-25, 25-22) in the first match of Pool A at the Men’s NORCECA Championship at the “Palacio de los Deportes” in Mayagüez.

In what was the most exciting match so far, Canada downed Mexico using all of its abilities to dismantle Mexico´s great defensive display. It was anyone’s win as the score always had a thin margin in between, making the second and third set the most challenging ones.

Frederic Winters registered 20 points to contribute with the winners and also with double digits, 13 and 12 points by Alexandre Gaumont and Gavin Schmitt respectively. On the Mexican side, Gerardo Contreras also scored 20 points, followed by Jorge Quiñones with 12.

“It wasn’t easy to beat Mexico, we are glad of the outcome and for us it’s a good start”, said Frederic Winters captain from Canada.

While Gerardo Contreras, Mexico’s captain, indicated “we need to be more consistent, to improve for the Pan American Games in Guadalajara which are our main goal right now, Canada scored important points that made the difference.”

Glenn Hoag coach of Canada was pleased with the result but admitted they had problems with their attack “we need more stability in winning points, obviously I’m happy and I want to congratulate Mexico who we respect because they play with the heart.”

“We need to begin to win with more serenity, I know we are able to control matches with defense, which is part of our process, it was a tough loss” the words of Mexican coach, Jorge Azair.