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PRESS RELEASE 24/09/2009


Canada advances to quarterfinals with win over Trinidad & Tobago

BAYAMON, Puerto Rico, September 24, 2009 – Canada defeated Trinidad & Tobago in straight sets 25-20, 25-16, 25-19 to secure a berth in the quarterfinals of the NORCECA Women’s Continental Championship.

Ashley Voth topped the winners with 12 points and Krystle Esdelle had a match-high 20 points for the losers.

“I hope we still have to play our best volleyball in the tournament,” said Tammy Mahon, the captain of Canada. “Today was a good test for us and we need to be sharper in the upcoming matches.”

“It was a very good match for us against a team like Canada with good blocking and powerful hitters,” said Krystle Esdelle of Trinidad & Tobago. “It was good to see what we can do against these strong teams.”

“We need to serve better against USA to put some pressure on them,” said Arnd Ludwick, the coach of Canada.

“These games against teams like Canada are very helpful for our athletes,” said Francisco Cruz, the coach of Trinidad & Tobago. “I’m satisfied with the job done by my players because they are improving.”
 

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