Colombia blanks Canada to open Pan Am Cup

COLIMA, Mexico, August 3, 2025 – Colombia dominated Canada in straight sets (25-16, 25-15, 20) to open the 22nd Women's Pan American Volleyball Cup at the Colima Multifunctional Auditorium of the Sports Institute in Colima, Mexico.

Ana Karina Olaya led the Colombian team on offense with 18 points, followed by Dayana Segovia and Valerin Carabali, who each scored 10. For Canada, Taylor de Boer stood out with 9 points.

Colombia outscored Canada in attacks 43-37 and in blocks 10-6.

Guilherme Schmitz, Colombia coach: “We had a very good impression. There's always some initial nervousness, but we controlled the action very well. Our serve was very good, and we were able to control Team Canada's offense. In the third set, the Canadians came out stronger on serve, but we knew how to handle that situation. I'm very happy.”

Matthew Krueger, Canada coach: “I think Colombia played a magnificent match. They're more experienced and a great volleyball team. In my opinion, we weren't ready to play today. I think we should have done more in training to prepare for this game, and that was evident. So we learned a lesson about what it takes to play at this level. I congratulate Colombia. They played good volleyball today.”