Dominica wins the bronze medal in the ECVA U23
ST JOHNS, Antigua, July 10, 2016 - Dominica rushed out to an
unassailable lead in set one, this momentum catapulted them to
winning the game with a score of 25-23, 20-25, 25-22.
The new, rejuvenated Dominica seemed eager to win this match and
hustled for every point. Unlike other games, they began using
the outside hitters more often. However, when the scores got
really close the setter often reverted to his favorite quick
set. Captain Florent and Roberts were the main scorers for
their team.
The St. Maarten squad was possessed by the “never say die bug”
as they kept the scores close. Unfortunately serving errors and
ill directed passes, often gave away free points to the
opposition. Despite this, Captain Blijden kept motivating his
team to push through and remain focused. Shawn Gumbs (10
points) and Shaquille Rombley (15 points) kept the score board
ticking. Unfortunately it was insufficient to negate the point
difference in the fourth set.
Dominica’s team Captain Florent and Coach Leblack were not
satisfied with the level of performance of the team as they did
not play to their potential or play aggressively. Coach Leblack
also indicated the team placed extra pressure on themselves as
they lost focus and strayed from the game plan. He further
lamented that mental growth could help his team improve.
Captain Evander Blijden and Coach Demitri Beauperthuy of team
St. Maarten extended congratulations to Dominica on their
victory. They further commented the team played well and the
level of competition was extremely good. The team coach noted
that several players began cramping up but next tournament, St.
Maarten will be better than ever. |