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MIAMI, Florida, June 26, 2009.-
Peru opened the Eighth Women’s Pan American Cup
with a 25-13, 25-15, 25-10 victory over Mexico
on Friday evening at University of Miami’s
BankUnited Center.
Yulissa Zamudio tallied a match-high 12 points
with six kills, three blocks and three aces for
Peru. Carla Ortiz added nine points in the
victory, all on attacks.
Mexico was led by its captain Migdalel Ruiz, who
tallied eight points with seven kills and a
block. Martha Revuelta added six points in the
loss.
Peru enjoyed a 38-22 advantage in kills and won
the service battle with seven aces to Mexico’s
zero. Both teams had five blocks.
“I am very pleased with our performance, and our
younger players are improving,” Peru captain
Leyla Chihuan said. “Our future is very bright.
Right now we are looking more into the future
than just this tournament.”
“Peru is a very good team,” Ruiz said. “We will
come out and do our best and try to improve with
each match. We know that we have some tough
matches ahead with Costa Rica, Puerto Rico and
USA.” |
