Brazil qualified to semi finals at home
 
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil, July 15, 2007.- Brazil qualified to the semi finals of the women’s volleyball tournament with a 3-0 victory over Dominican Republic in Pool A. After a tough first set that ended 28-26, the Brazilians easily won the next two 25-16 y 25-15.

 

The Dominican team suffered a tough loss when stellar Milagros Cabral sustained an injury to his right ankle. She is likely to play on Monday night against Peru in battle for a semi final berth, said Victor Figueroa, the team doctor.

 

After the first set, the Brazilians dominated with great defense on the floor and at the net. Tonight they play against Mexico looking to finish at the top of their pool.

 

Paula Pequeño led Brazil with 15 points, Walewska Oliveira had 11 and Fabiana Claudino and Welissa Gonzalez each added 9. The best Doinican was Bethania de la Cruz with 15 points and Cindy Rondon added 11.