Tread Rosenthal Earns MVP Honors at NORCECA Final Six

PONCE, Puerto Rico, August 29, 2026. – United States setter Tread Rosenthal earned Most Valuable Player honors at the 2026 NORCECA Men’s Final Six, held from August 23 to 29 at the Juan “Pachín” Vicéns Auditorium in Ponce, Puerto Rico.

Rosenthal directed the U.S. offense throughout the competition, helping his team complete an undefeated run and secure its fourth consecutive Final Six title.

The United States also stood out in several technical categories. Sean Kelly was named Best Spiker, while Parker Tomkinson received the Best Blocker award.

Troy Gooch was recognized as Best Receiver, completing the group of American award winners.

Puerto Rico earned two individual honors. Pelegrín Vargas was named Second Best Spiker, while Klistan Lawrence received the Best Scorer award after totaling 98 points during the tournament.

Guatemala had a strong presence among the honorees. Andy Leonardo Blanco was named Best Opposite, Adolfo Rivas received the Best Setter award, and Josué González was recognized as Best Digger.

The Dominican Republic also featured among the award winners, with Héctor Cruz named Best Server and Moisés Ortiz selected as Second Best Blocker.

Canada’s Darian Picklyk completed the list of honorees after being named Best Libero.