Puerto Rican Venegas elected MVP at Challenger Cup

EDMONTON, Canada, May 21, 2018 – Puerto Rican libero Shara Venegas who had been named best libero and best digger, was selected the Most Valuable Player at the NORCECA Women’s Volleyball Challenger Cup on Sunday.

The defense of Venegas was considered a key for the victory of Puerto Rico in the five-set contest against host Canada to define the champions of the tournament.

Daly Santana also of Puerto Rico was selected as the best scorer after landing 30 points in the gold medal match while teammates Raymariely Santos and Shirley Ferrer were named best setter and best opposite.

Canada’s two middle blockers Alicia Ogoms and Jennifer Cross were included in the all-star as well as Darlene Ramdin of Trinidad & Tobago as first outside hitter.

Cuba’s Emily Borrell was recognized as best receiver and compatriots Sulian Matienzo received plaques as best server and second outside hitter.