Chile Remains Undefeated at the Men’s Pan American Cup

LEÓN, Guanajuato, August 27, 2025. – The Chilean National Team kept its perfect record at the 18th Men’s Pan American Volleyball Cup, defeating Suriname in straight sets 3-0 (25-15, 25-13, 25-14) at the Domo de la Feria in León, Guanajuato.

Chile now holds a 2-0 undefeated record in Pool C, while Suriname is still searching for its first win (0-2).

The pool stage will conclude on Thursday with Chile facing Mexico and Suriname taking on the Dominican Republic. Afterward, the two best pool winners will move directly into the semifinals.

Chile’s attacking power and serving were key factors in the victory. The South Americans dominated in kills (41-23), service aces (9-0), and blocks (8-2). Both teams handed out 17 points apiece through unforced errors.

Vicente Parraguirre, Chile’s opposite, topped all scorers with 13 points (10 kills, 2 blocks, 1 ace). Followed by Noe Aravena with 12 points (10 kills, 1 block, 1 ace) and Tomás Gago with 10 (6 kills, 2 blocks, 2 aces).

For Suriname, Shemar Jameson led the way with 6 points.

Vicente Parraguirre on the victory said: “Today against Suriname we came in strong to keep our undefeated record. They are a developing team, and we were able to maintain our intensity from start to finish. Since the beginning of the tournament, our goal has been to win our pool. Yesterday against the Dominican Republic it was a very tight match, and it was important to start with a victory. Tomorrow, we close against Mexico, and I hope we keep the same intensity in our game.”

Shemar Jameson said “We can play better because we have a lot of potential, but the level of competition here is higher for us. We are trying every match to improve”.