Mexico will play Dominican Republic for fifth

PANAMA CITY, Panama, June 26, 2011 – Mexico saw off Panama in straight sets (25-19, 25-19, 25-18) and will meet Dominican Republic for fifth place on Monday at the U-21 Men’s Volleyball Pan American Cup.

Every player on the Mexico’s roster saw action during the match that lasted 63 minutes. Jesus Orellana and Jorge Cabrera scored 11 and 10 points respectively in the winning cause while Jose Mendoza added 8. Panamanians Pablo Quiel and Otto Otton finished with 11 points apiece.

Mexico’s coach Francisco Javier Jim opined the advantages given by Panama made it easier for Mexico to show their best game and to allow him to use some players who needed an opportunity and prepare the regulars for the fifth place match against Dominican Republic.

Juan Revuelta, captain of Mexico, said his team did the things well and now they will try their best to achieve a good position in the tournament when they meet the Dominicans.”

Panama’s Elliot Clark was disappointed with some judge’s decisions but didn’t use it as an excuse as he admitted Mexico was the superior team. Captain Pablo Quiel said the tournament has been another experience and they hope to conclude the tournament with honor.