Injury to Ding Xia Muddles China’s Setter Situation at World Champs
Ding Xia started China’s match against Bulgaria on the bench with an injury, but after they dropped the first set, she was forced into action anyway.
Married Since 2012, Mazzanti And Ortolani Are Fighting For WCH Glory
To those who don’t know them, it’s hard to imagine that Italian outside hitter Serena Ortolani and the team’s coach Davide Mazzanti are actually a married couple
Lipe’s Decision To Play Injured Puts Lucarreli In A Delicate Position
Brazil’s Lipe had memorable performances during this year’s WCH, even though he fought a nagging recurring elbow injury throughout the whole competition. After putting his body on the line for the team, his teammates had nothing but praise of him.
Women’s World Championship Scenarios for the Final Day of First Round
With one match remaining in the first round of the 2018 FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship, 12 teams have clinched…
“I Haven’t Yet Reached My Peak As A Player” – William @ 39 Yrs Old
Brazil’s silver medal campaign at the WCH had a special flavor for William Arjona
Recently Retired, Saori Sakoda Starring As TV Commentator During WCH
One of Japan’s most important players of the last decade, the now retired Saori Sakoda is present at this year’s WCH in a different role
2018 W. Volleyball World Championships – October 3 Summary
Eight of the 12 matches on Wednesday were decided in straight sets and five teams claimed spots in the FIVB Women’s World Championships second round.
Reaching 1,000: The Newest 1,000 Kill & 1,000 Dig Club Members
Six players joined the 1,000 kill club and six more registered their 1,000th dig on Week 6. Five players are approaching the even more elite 1,000-kill, 1,000-dig club.
Check Out These Can’t Miss NCAA Week 7 Matchups
The top matchup in Big West Conference play, 3 Top 25 matchups featuring Big Ten Conference programs and a pivotal Pac-12 matchup are on the docket for NCAA Division I volleyball fans this week. Should be a fun one!
Thai Spiker Kongyot Ajcharaporn Exits 4th Set
The injury bug has bitten 16th-ranked Thailand once again, as spiker Kongyot Ajcharaporn exited Wednesday’s match against the United States with an ankle injury in the 4th set. The leading scorer for the Thai did not return to the match, which the 2nd-ranked Americans went on to win in 5 sets.
South Dakota Lands Class of 2020 OH/DS Evelyn Diederich
Class of 2020 OH/DS Evelyn Diederich has committed to South Dakota.
Pool C: #2 USA Survives vs Shorthanded #16 Thailand
2nd-ranked United States squeaked by 16th-ranked Thailand, which was down a starter and lost its top scorer amidst the 4th set, in 5 to remain undefeated in Pool C play Wednesday.
Arizona’s Shelton Still Out Due to Concussion
Arizona’s Liz Shelton has missed four matches due to a concussion, and will continue to sit per Head Coach Dave Rubio.
Pool B: #19 Canada Outlasts #25 Cuba for 1st FIVB Win
19th-ranked Canada earned its first victory of the 2018 FIVB World Championship Wednesday, besting 25th-ranked Cuba in 4 sets to keep its second round hopes alive. 7th-ranked Italy swept 12th-ranked Turkey, while top-ranked China gave its young players valuable experience in a 4-set win against 17th-ranked Bulgaria.
Dominican Republic, Brazil, Serbia Sweep Pool D Action
Brazil secured its spot in the second round, while Kazakhstan was eliminated in Pool D on Wednesday. Brazil, the Dominican Republic and Serbia all won in sweeps.
