Peru defeated Canada in five sets 

 

COLIMA, Mexico, June 21, 2007.- Peru prevailed in a fiery battle of five sets against Canada in Pool B of the Women’s Pan American Cup.

The solid floor defense by the Peruvians proved to be better than the strong blocking of Canada in the match that finished 25-21, 21-25, 31-29, 16-25, 16-14 in favour of the South American side.

 

Jessenia Uceda led Peru with 22 points, Leyla Chihuan and Luren Baylon each produced 15 points and Sara Joya added 10.

 

Tammy Mahon and Stacey Gordon had 18 apiece for Canada, Tiffany Dodds scored 14 and Tasha Holnsess had 12.

“It was a tough battle and a good start for us,” said Enio Figueiredo, the Bazilian who is coaching Peru. “Our goal is to finish among the top three in this Cup and I have some good experienced players to achieve that along with some rookies.”

 

“Tomorrow will be a new day,” said Naoki Miyashita, the Japanese coaching Canada. “We made some mistakes here and there and must improve from that.”