The Lady Bulldogs of National University defeated the strong Lady Eagles of Ateneo De Manila University in four action-packed sets (3-1), 25-23, 25-20, 17-25, 26-24 during their final match of the Shakey's V-League Season 10 in Philippine Sports Arena.
It was a very exciting match of the season since both squads have shown their best during their previous two games, Game 1&2. It can be remembered that ADMU clobbered NU in their opening game in 3 sets, 25-15, 25-22, 25-23. But the Bulldogs fought back during their second game and outdueled ADMU in 3 sets, 26-24, 25-23, 25-22.
Monday, June 3, 2013
Sunday, June 2, 2013
BRAZIL and RUSSIA : Gold & Silver
The Olympic champ, Brazil, outsmarted the young Russian team in 3 straight sets, (3-0), 25-23, 25-23,25-22 during their final match in Montreux Volley Masters 2013 in Switzerland. What a game for the Brazilians!
In their opening set, the Russians started to go ahead with the Brazilians with their good offense and defense. But the Olympic champ made their run and went ahead, 25-23.
It was a series of see-saw scores in the second set with the superb Russian blocks but Fe Garay of Brazil was really unstoppable and led her team to go ahead, 25-23.
The third set, chance of Russia to bounce back, however, Brazil started well. But the Russians didn't stop to tail the Olympic champ. Because of Brazil's persistence to close the match, they sealed it at 25-22 with a cross-court hit.
However, it can be noticed that the Russians didn't give in easily against the strong Brazilians.
So, Brazil bagged the gold and silver for Russia. Meanwhile, Dominican Republic defeated Italy in 4 sets, (15-25, 25-22, 25-18, 26-24) during their bronze medal match.
It was a series of see-saw scores in the second set with the superb Russian blocks but Fe Garay of Brazil was really unstoppable and led her team to go ahead, 25-23.
The third set, chance of Russia to bounce back, however, Brazil started well. But the Russians didn't stop to tail the Olympic champ. Because of Brazil's persistence to close the match, they sealed it at 25-22 with a cross-court hit.
However, it can be noticed that the Russians didn't give in easily against the strong Brazilians.
So, Brazil bagged the gold and silver for Russia. Meanwhile, Dominican Republic defeated Italy in 4 sets, (15-25, 25-22, 25-18, 26-24) during their bronze medal match.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, BRONZE MEDALIST
The tough Dominicans finished third after they defeated Italy in four sets, 3-1 (15-25, 25-22, 25-18, 26-24).
Finally, the Italians bowed down their heads to the strong Dominicans .
It was an undesirable start from the Dominicans in the opening set due to their faulty and bad receptions. So, the Italians utilized the chance to get an easy win with their accurate attacks and kills above the nest.
But the second set has changed for the Latina ladies, though the European powerhouse continued with their superb offense and defense. However, Dominican Republic went ahead, 25-22.
The third set showed more aggressive Dominicans in their offense. With their powerful attacks plus beautiful serves made them win the set, 25-18.
It was the last set for the Italians to force the Dominicans in a decider. Both squads were trying to go ahead to seal the match but the latter responded well and ended 4th set, 26-24.
Congratulations for both squads. Great job from the Italians who really fought well in this year's Montreux volleyball tournament.
Finally, the Italians bowed down their heads to the strong Dominicans .
But the second set has changed for the Latina ladies, though the European powerhouse continued with their superb offense and defense. However, Dominican Republic went ahead, 25-22.
The third set showed more aggressive Dominicans in their offense. With their powerful attacks plus beautiful serves made them win the set, 25-18.
It was the last set for the Italians to force the Dominicans in a decider. Both squads were trying to go ahead to seal the match but the latter responded well and ended 4th set, 26-24.
Congratulations for both squads. Great job from the Italians who really fought well in this year's Montreux volleyball tournament.
Saturday, June 1, 2013
JAPAN versus GERMANY, MVM 2013
During their early matches, the Germans suffered their defeat against the Dominican Republic (3-1) 25-15, 21-25, 25-20, 25-16 and Italy (3-0), 25-11, 27-25, 25-20.
While the Japanese bowed down to the Dominicans in 3 sets, (3-0) 25-19, 25-16, 25-22. It was an important game for Japan to stay in the semifinals and knowing for a fact that - 2011 Champion of Montreux Volley Masters.
Good receptions and powerful attacks from the Japanese side really helped the team to win over the German squad.
It was Miyu Nagaoka who stepped up from last night's match. She delivered 22 solid points, 18 kills and 4 blocks.
German's top scorer was Saskia Hippe with 16 points, 13 kills, 1 block and 2 serves.
KOREA versus JAPAN, WORLD LEAGUE 2013
In terms of rivalry, these two Asian squads are always there, and will always be.
Japan is Korea's biggest rival in volleyball. But the Koreans upset the Japanese in 4 sets, (3-1), 25-22, 25-20, 21-25, 25-19 in Hwasung South Korea.
During the first two sets, the Koreans didn't allow the Japanese to make their run and they dominated all throughout the game. But the Japanese adjusted in the third set especially in their attacks and gave Tatsuya Fukuzawa. Moon got a knee injury and was replaced by Jeon Kwang-in. Japan capitalized the absence of Moon Despite the effort of Park Chul-Woo and Moon Sung-min, Japan went ahead, 25-21.
Jeon stepped up in the fourth set and showcased his unstoppable spikes above the net. Great quick plays from the setter, Han Sun Woo and sealed the match, 25-19.
Japan is Korea's biggest rival in volleyball. But the Koreans upset the Japanese in 4 sets, (3-1), 25-22, 25-20, 21-25, 25-19 in Hwasung South Korea.
During the first two sets, the Koreans didn't allow the Japanese to make their run and they dominated all throughout the game. But the Japanese adjusted in the third set especially in their attacks and gave Tatsuya Fukuzawa. Moon got a knee injury and was replaced by Jeon Kwang-in. Japan capitalized the absence of Moon Despite the effort of Park Chul-Woo and Moon Sung-min, Japan went ahead, 25-21.
Jeon stepped up in the fourth set and showcased his unstoppable spikes above the net. Great quick plays from the setter, Han Sun Woo and sealed the match, 25-19.
CANADA versus NETHERLANDS, WORLD LEAGUE 2013
What an exciting match for these two squads! They proved that volleyball is really one of the exciting team sports nowadays!
Canada bagged its home victory last night against the Netherlands when the former outsmarted the latter in 4 sets in Quebec (3-1), 25-22, 22-25, 27-25, 27-25.
Canadian Gavin Schmitt was the top scorer of his team with 23 points while Wytze Kooistra from the Netherlands scored 28 points.
Photo Credit : FIVB Homepage
FINLAND versus PORTUGAL, WORLD LEAGUE 2013
It was a winning moment for the Finns when they defeated Portugal in 3 straight sets for the opening game of World League 2013 in Helsinki, (3-0) 25-13, 29-27, 25-18.
Photo Credit : FIVB Homepage
Mikko Oivanen topped the score with 12 points for Finland while Valdir Sequeira scored 15 points for Portugal.
Photo Credit : FIVB Homepage
USA , STILL NUMBER 1
As per 23 January 2013, the FIVB (Federation Internationale De Volleyball), the USA Women's National Volleyball team remains on top with 330 points. This is tailed by the 2012 London Olympic Champ, Brazil, with 315 points. The Asian squad with "speedy volleyball", Japan is in the third place with 266 points. The Philippines is ranked 112th.
To see the complete ranking list, please click here.
To see the complete ranking list, please click here.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC versus ITALY
The Italians clobbered the strong Dominicans in 3 straight sets last night 25-23, 25-17, 25-20.
Despite of a strong lead from the Dominicans in the opening set, the Italians made their run in the mid-part of the game. Thanks to Valentina Diouf who scored 19 points in the entire game. It was an easy win for Italy in the second set due to reception errors from the Dominicans. In the third set, Dominican Republic showed their determination to steal a win but they didn't have enough juice to have it. Italy will face Russia and Dominican Republic will play against the Olympic champ, Brazil in the semifinals today.
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