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Japan defeats USA in battle between undefeated teams

SHREVEPORT, Louisiana, June 6, 2022 – Japan defeated United States 3-0 (25-22, 25-20, 25-20) as the FIVB Women’s Volleyball Nations League continued on Sunday.

Japan improved its win-loss record to 4-0 while United States dropped to 3-1.

Sarina Koga and Arisa Inoue carried most of the offensive load of Japan with 19 points each as the only players with double figures for the winners.

Andrea Drews led United States with 11 points, followed by Kara Bajema and Anna Stevenson each with 10 points.

Japan took advantage of 18 unforced errors by United States. The winners had the edge in attacks (47-46) and blocks (6-5). They also landed 4 aces to none by the losers.