Dominican Republic to meet Mexico 

CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, January 10, 2008.- Dominican Republic defeated Trinidad & Tobago 3-0 (25-17, 25-22, 28-26) advancing to a match against Mexico on Friday for the fifth position of the NORCECA Men’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament.

The Dominicans had to come from behind (22-24) in the third set. One spike by Victor Batista followed by one service winner by Jose Caceres sealed the victory.

Caceres had 17 points, including four blocks, and Batista provided 14 to the winning effort. Marc-Anthony Honore and Kelvin Alleyne had 14 and 10 points respectively for Trinidad & Tobago.

“It is going to be a tough match against Mexico,” said Jacinto Campechano, the Dominican coach. “Everyone saw them battling against Puerto Rico last night and they have been playing very well.”