China Sweeps Anapa Men’s Podium, Russia Takes Women’s Medals
Nadezda Makroguzova/Svetlana Kholomina led a podium sweep for the Russian women, while Ha Likejiang/Jiaxin Wu paced the Chinese men with the Anapa One Star gold.
Flint/Day, Ross/Klineman Still Up for AVP San Francisco Title
The last four teams in the men’s winner’s bracket heading into Saturday were the last four teams standing at the end of the day. On the women’s side, an injury and three contender’s bracket wins put No. 1 Emily Day/Betsi Flint back in the field.
Norfolk State Brings on Pair of Additions from Odessa College
Norfolk State is bringing on two transfers for 2018 from Odessa College in the NJCAA.
Class of 2019 OH Amarachi Osuji Commits to UC Riverside
Class of 2019 outside hitter Amarachi Osuji from Coppell, Texas has committed out West to UC Riverside.
Cal Poly’s Sonny/Torrey Van Winden Vie for FIVB Gold in Porec
American pair Emily Sonny/Torrey Van Winden will have its first shot at FIVB gold on Sunday morning, vying for the Porec One Star title.
Clancy/Artacho del Solar Win Espinho Gold, Men’s Race Down to Four
Saturday was all seemingly about the men at the Espinho Four Star as the field was whittled from 32 to four. Meanwhile, the women’s podium was decided with the semifinal and medal matches.
Kira Walkenhorst Announces She, Too, Will Be a Mother in 2018
Kira Walkenhorst (left) will join Laura Ludwig (right) in 2018 motherhood, but it shouldn’t cost the former nearly as much time off the sand.
Aaron Russell Provides Late-Spark in Ever-Changing U.S. Lineup
U.S. men’s coach John Speraw had to make several adjustments at this year’s Volleyball Nations League, and while it didn’t result in victory, it seems they’ve hit their best combination late against France.
#VNL Semifinals: Russia Makes Quick Work of Brazil to Set Finals Date with France
Russia found balance offensively and stifled the Brazilian attack to move on to the Gold Medal match.
#VNL Semifinals: Boyer Helps France Stop U.S. Men’s Rally for Finals Berth
Stephen Boyer’s 31 point outburst led France past the United States despite a comeback effort from the Americans.
