June 27th. 2026
Canada Survives Five-Set Battle with Mexico to Advance to U21 Pan Am Cup Final

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, June 27, 2026. – Canada survived an intense five-set battle to defeat Mexico 3-2 (22-25, 25-23, 25-22, 30-32, 15-10) and advance to the final of the 2026 Men’s U21 Pan American Cup, to be played this Sunday at the Teodoro Palacios Flores Gymnasium.The final will once again feature Canada and defending champion United States, in a rematch of the 2025 gold medal match, when the Americans claimed the title. Canada will seek the first championship in its tournament history, while Mexico will play Costa Rica for the bronze medal, with an opportunity to win its second historic medal after earning silver in 2022. Canada built its victory on a wide 14-4 advantage in blocks.  More  Español 

June 27th. 2026
USA Wins Semifinal, One Win Away from Back-to-Back U21 Pan American Cup Titles

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala, June 27, 2026. – The United States defeated Costa Rica in straight sets 3-0 (25-14, 27-25, 25-18) to advance to the final of the 2026 Men's U21 Pan American Cup, where it will seek its second consecutive title on Sunday at Teodoro Palacios Flores Gymnasium. It will be the United States' third consecutive appearance in the tournament final. The defending champions will face the winner of the other semifinal between Canada and Mexico for the gold medal, while Costa Rica will play the loser for the bronze medal. The United States held the advantage in attacks (43-27), blocks (10-6).  More  Español 

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