SAN SALVADOR, July 3, 2008.- USA completed the four semi finalists by defeating Guatemala in straight sets 25-22, 25-12, 25-23 in the quarterfinals phase of the U-21 Norceca Men’s Continental Championship.

After a well fought first set that saw teams tied up at 17-all, the Americans finally imponed their better power, size and better technique.

In the third set, once again the Guatemalans showed their resilience and were one point ahead at the second pause, becoming the surprise team of the competition.

“Credit to them, they placed very well, but we could react at the important moments,” said coach Shawn Patchell.

He made reference to the fatigue of his players who had to play almost three matches in less than 24 hours, “but we are prepared to give some good matches the rest of the tournament.”

The Americans played in the morning a match that was not completed the day before qualifying to the next round.

The best scorers for the winners were Joseph Sunder with 16 points and Tri Boume and Tyles Jaynes with 9 apiece.

Moisés Reyes and Jeyson Nery each had 8 points for Guatemala.