Puerto Rico to play against Dominican Republic
 
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil, July 18, 2007.- Puerto Rico will play against the Dominican Republic for the fifth place of the Women’s Volleyball Tournament of the Pan American Games.

 

The Puerto Ricans defeated Mexico 25-19, 25-21, 25-18 despite playing losing its captain Aury Cruz midway the second set with a leg injury.

 

“It is not a big deal and I think I will be ready for tomorrow’s match against Dominican Republic,” said Cruz during the post game press conference.

 

“There are no medals involved but is going to be a tough match due to the sport rivalry between those two teams. They also play very aggressive against us,” said Juan Carlos Nunez, the Puerto Rican coach.

 

Karina Ocasio was the only Puerto Rican player in double figures with 16 points, Eva Cruz had 9 and Dariam Acevedo came from the bench to contribute 8 points. Migdalel Ruiz was the best Mexican with 15.