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Volleyball 02/08/2015

A victory tastes better if you play great - Guidetti

Lublin, Poland, August 2, 2015 – Listen what the coaches and players said after Sunday’s final match of the World Grand Prix Group 2 Finals in Lublin, Poland.

Volleyball 02/08/2015

The Netherlands secure World Grand Prix Group 1 ticket

Lublin, Poland, August 2, 2015 – Finishing first in Group 2 of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix by defeating Poland in straight sets in Sunday’s final in Lublin, the Netherlands secured their ticket for the World Grand Prix Group 1 in 2016. Poland finish second, the Czech Republic third and Puerto Rico fourth in the final ranking of Group 2.

Volleyball 02/08/2015

The Netherlands take the crown of World Grand Prix Group 2

Lublin, Poland, August 2, 2015 – Finishing first in Group 2 of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix by defeating Poland 3-0 (25-19, 25-19, 25-16) in Sunday’s final clash in Lublin, Poland, the Netherlands secured their ticket for the World Grand Prix Group 1 in 2016.

Volleyball 02/08/2015

The comeback in the third set was crucial for our victory – Havelkova

Lublin, Poland, August 2, 2015 – Listen what the coaches and players said after Sunday’s third place match of the World Grand Prix Group 2 Finals in Lublin, Poland.

Volleyball 02/08/2015

Czech Republic clinch third place of World Grand Prix Group 2

Lublin, Poland, August 2, 2015 - World No. 31 the Czech Republic overcame the disappointment of Saturday's semifinal defeat to the Netherlands and outlasted World No. 15 Puerto Rico 3-1 (25-18, 12-25, 25-21, 25-17) at Hala Globus in Lublin, Poland, on Sunday afternoon, to finish third in the 2015 FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix Group 2.

Volleyball 01/08/2015

My team proved to have a great fighting spirit – Nawrocki

Lublin, Poland, August 1, 2015 – Listen what the coaches and captains said after Saturday’s second semifinal of the World Grand Prix Group 2 Finals in Lublin, Poland.

Volleyball 01/08/2015

Hosts Poland and the Netherlands to contest for World Grand Prix Group 2 crown

Lublin, Poland, August 1, 2015 – The Netherlands and hosts Poland have qualified for Sunday’s World Grand Prix Group 2 final which will offer the winner a ticket to World Grand Prix Group 1 next season. The Oranjes overcame the Czech Republic in straight sets (25-21, 25-14, 27-25) while Poland proved too strong for Puerto Rico (25-21, 21-25, 25-16, 25-23) in the second World Grand Prix Group 2 semifinal in Lublin, Poland.

Volleyball 01/08/2015

Poland delight home crowd with 3-1 semifinal win over Puerto Rico

Lublin, Poland, August 1, 2015 – Poland gave their home fans plenty to cheer about as they defeated Puerto Rico 25-21, 21-25, 25-16, 25-23 in the second semifinal of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix Group 2 Finals in Lublin, Poland.

Volleyball 01/08/2015

I prefer difficult games - Guidetti

Lublin, Poland, August 1, 2015 – Listen what the coaches and captains said after Saturday’s first semifinal of the World Grand Prix Group 2 Finals in Lublin, Poland.

Volleyball 01/08/2015

The Oranjes power past the Czech Republic in first World Grand Prix Group 2 semifinal

Lublin, Poland, August 1, 2015 – The Netherlands out-lasted the Czech Republic 25-21, 25-14, 27-25 Saturday afternoon in the first semifinal of the FIVB World Grand Prix Group 2 Finals being held in Lublin, Poland.

Volleyball 31/07/2015

Tension mounts ahead of World Grand Prix Group 2 Finals

Lublin, Poland, July 31, 2015 – The tension mounts ahead of the World Grand Prix Group 2 Finals in Lublin, Poland. One day before the start of the last World Grand Prix group finals, the captains and coaches met for the traditional press conference. On Saturday and Sunday, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Puerto Rico and hosts Poland will battle for the first place of Group 2.

Volleyball 28/07/2015

Czechs need to topple unbeaten Dutch to reach final

Lublin, Poland, July 28, 2015 - The Czech Republic will have to play their best to overcome the Netherlands and reach the final of the Final Four.

Volleyball 28/07/2015

Close match expected between Poland and Puerto Rico

Lublin, Poland, July 28, 2015 - Poland and Puerto Rico had similar records in Group 2 and can expect a tough match to reach the final of the Final Four.

Volleyball 13/07/2015

Jacek Nawrocki: "We still have a lot of work to do"

Formosa, Argentina, July 12, 2015 – Poland defeated Argentina in straight sets following a good performance in service and block in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix on Sunday.

Volleyball 13/07/2015

Sieczka leads Poland to outplay Argentina

Formosa, Argentina, July 12, 2015 – Poland accomplished a 3-0 (25-21, 25-23, 27-25) win over hosts Argentina in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix at the Stadium Sincuentario on Sunday.

Volleyball 13/07/2015

We have to give all we have in the Final Four, says Balkestein-Grothues

Formosa, Argentina, July 12, 2015 – Netherlands celebrated its third victory in Pool L in the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix after they defeated Canada 3-0 on Sunday.

Volleyball 13/07/2015

Buijs steers Netherlands’ straight-set win in Pool L

Formosa, Argentina, July 12, 2015 – Anne Buijs’ splendid performance directed the Netherlands to overpower Canada 3-0 (25-22, 25-16, 25-21) in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix at the Stadium Sincuentario on Sunday.

Volleyball 12/07/2015

This is just the start for my Bulgaria side, says coach Nesic

Samokov, July 12, 2015 – Bulgaria coach Dragan Nesic believes that his side’s 3-0 win over Puerto Rico (28-26, 25-20, 25-15) is “just the beginning” for his young squad.

Volleyball 12/07/2015

Chausheva cuts down Puerto Rico as Bulgaria end weekend on high

Samokov, July 12, 2015 – Bulgaria beat Puerto Rico (28-26, 25-20, 25-15), with Silvana Chausheva shining during a straight-set demolition.

Volleyball 12/07/2015

Caro Parisi: We will improve for the Final Four

Samokov, Bulgaria, July 12, 2015 - Czech Republic defeated Croatia 3-1 (25-12, 22-25, 25-21, 25-21) and qualified for the Final Four.

Volleyball 12/07/2015

Czech Republic prevail over Croatia

Samokov, Bulgaria, July 12, 2015 - Czech Republic dropped the second set but prevailed over Croatia 3-1 (25-12, 22-25, 25-21, 25-21) to qualify for the Final Round in Poland.

Volleyball 12/07/2015

Guidetti: "We had moments in this match that were important for our growth"

Formosa, Argentina, July 11, 2015 – Netherlands finished the match 3-2 after Argentina could not complete the comeback in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix on Saturday.

Volleyball 12/07/2015

Pietersen and Sloetjes combine for 56 points in Dutch tie-break win

Formosa, Argentina, July 11, 2015 – The Netherlands experienced its toughest match so far in the competition, narrowly escaping a difficult encounter with Argentina 3-2 (25-21, 25-18, 20-25, 26-28, 15-12) in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix at the Stadium Sincuentario on Saturday.

Volleyball 12/07/2015

Poland coach Nawrocki: "Canada gave us a lot of points on errors"

Formosa, Argentina, July 11, 2015 – Poland showed a better performance with their 3-1 win over Canada, but coach Jacek Nawrocki thinks that the victory can be attributed to the big amount errors in the match.

Volleyball 12/07/2015

Kaliszuk scores 19 to lead Poland to 3-1 victory

Formosa, Argentina, July 11, 2015 – Tamara Kaliszuk scored 19 points to spearhead the Poland offence in their 3-1 (25-20, 19-25, 25-17, 27-25) win over Canada to recover from their earlier loss in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix at the Stadium Sincuentario on Saturday.

Volleyball 11/07/2015

Difficult 3-2 wins are normal for us, says Czech coach

Samokov, July 11, 2015 – Carlo Parisi, coach of Czech Republic, said that his side’s dramatic 3-2 win over Bulgaria (25-23, 18-25, 25-17, 18-25, 15-11) was “normal”, because his side are too “up and down” to shut out matches at the moment.

Volleyball 11/07/2015

Vanzurova's verve helps Czechs cancel Bulgaria

Samokov, July 11, 2015 – Czech Republic beat Bulgaria 3-2 (25-23, 18-25, 25-17, 18-25, 15-11) in a tight FIVB World Grand Prix fixture.

Volleyball 11/07/2015

Ocasio: "We just need rest now and focus for tomorrow"

Samokov, Bulgaria, July 11, 2015 - Puerto Rico's Sheila Ocasio said focus would be important after her team marched to a 3-1 victory against the Czech Republic today.

Volleyball 11/07/2015

Puerto Rico see off Croatia in four sets

Samokov, Bulgaria, July 11, 2015 - Puerto Rico defeated Croatia 3-1 (23-25, 25-16, 25-23, 25-17) in the first ever encounter between the two teams.

Volleyball 11/07/2015

Canada coach Ludwig: "We controlled Argentina"

Formosa, Argentina, July 10, 2015 – Canada ended Argentina’s winning streak at home with a 3-1 win in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix on Friday.

Volleyball 11/07/2015

Love powers Canadian 3-1 drive

Formosa, Argentina, July 10, 2015 – Canada prevailed in the fourth set scuffle to gain a 3-1 (22-25, 25-23, 25-14, 31-29) win over hosts Argentina in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix at the Stadium Sincuentario on Friday.

Volleyball 11/07/2015

Guidetti appreciates his team's effort to be better each time

Formosa, Argentina, July 10, 2015 – Netherlands opened the competition in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix with a straight sets win over Poland at the Stadium Sincuentario on Friday.

Volleyball 11/07/2015

Buijs lifts Netherlands to straight-set win over Poland

Formosa, Argentina, July 10, 2015 – Anne Buijs exerted all her effort to fire 17 points and lead Netherlands to a 3-0 (25-18, 25-20, 25-15) win over Poland in Pool L of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix at the Stadium Sincuentario on Friday.

Volleyball 10/07/2015

Yaneva: "We showed character"

Samokov, Bulgaria, July 11, 2015 - Speaking after the match, Bulgaria captain Eva Yaneva said that the most important had been that her team had shown character in the difficult moments in the encounter with Croatia.

Volleyball 10/07/2015

Mieles: "Concentration was the key"

Samokov, Bulgaria, July 10, 2015 - Coaches and captains gathered after Puerto Rico's 3-2 victory against the Czech Republic in Samokov to provide their thoughts on the match.

Volleyball 10/07/2015

Yaneva stars as Bulgaria squeeze past Croats

Samokov, July 10, 2015 – Bulgaria beat Croatia 3-2 in a five set thriller (25-18, 23-25, 21-25, 25-22, 15-12) in their FIVB World Grand Prix match on Friday evening.

Volleyball 10/07/2015

Karina Ocasio leads Puerto Rico to tight victory over the Czech Republic

Samokov, Bulgaria, July 10, 2015 - Karina Ocasio scores impressive 33 points in their tight 3-2 (25-20, 25-22, 19-25, 13-25, 18-16) tie-break victory that went to sudden-death in the final set with little between the sides.

Volleyball 06/07/2015

Eva Yaneva led Bulgaria to hold out a Puerto Rico come back in a thrilling tie breaker

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 5, 2015 - Bulgaria hold out a Puerto Rico thrilling come back in a five setter, to win 3-2 (19-25, 25-27, 25-20, 25-18, 14-16) over the hosting team at the World Grand Prix in pool K.

Volleyball 06/07/2015

Nawrocki pleased to beat Canada before next week’s new encounter

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 5, 2015 – Poland achieved their second win in the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix 2015, Pool K, defeating Canada by 3-1 (25-18, 20-25, 28-26, 25-17). The two coaches made their comments after the match.

Volleyball 06/07/2015

Efimienko blocks Canada away!

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 5, 2015 – Poland finished the battles in Pool K of FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix 2015 Group 2 in Puerto Rico with a victory. The Red-and-Whites outplayed Canada by 3-1 (25-18, 20-25, 28-26, 25-17) to secure at least the second place in the pool. Tamara Kaliszuk contributed 21 points for the winning side, while teammate Zuzanna Efimienko impressed with 10 kill blocks for a total of 16 points in the match. Tabitha Love was Canada’s top scorer with 20 points.

Volleyball 05/07/2015

I know this is not real Croatia, says Netherlands coach Guidetti

Porec, Croatia, July 5, 2015 - The Netherlands dominated the match against Croatia winning it in straight sets (25-17, 25-11, 25-13) to stay unbeaten with three wins at the top spot in Pool J.

Volleyball 05/07/2015

Netherlands see off Croatia in straight sets

Porec, Croatia, July 5, 2015 - The Netherlands prevailed in straight sets (25-17, 25-11, 25-13) over Croatia to stay unbeaten with three wins at the top spot in Pool J.

Volleyball 05/07/2015

Parisi woke his team up on time

Porec, Croatia, July 5, 2015 – Statements from after Czech Republic’s 3-1 victory against Argentina in Group 2 of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix:

Volleyball 05/07/2015

Mlejnkova aces five times in Czech Republic’s second win in Porec

Porec, Croatia, July 5, 2015 – The Czech Republic claimed their second victory in the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix 2015 Group 2 tournament in Porec. On Sunday afternoon Carlo Parisi’s team defeated Argentina by 3-1 (25-23, 25-20, 23-25, 25-19. The Czechs hammered out 10 aces in this match; half of them were authored by Michaela Mlejnkova. She topped the scorers’ chart of the game with a total of 20 points. Argentina’s Leticia Boscacci fell one short to finish with 19.

Volleyball 05/07/2015

Puerto Rico coach Mieles: "I'm happy with the team"

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 4, 2015 - Puerto Rico beat Poland 3-1 (25-19, 21-25, 25-19, 25-18) to be top of Pool K as the only undefeated team in the Pool.

Volleyball 05/07/2015

Puerto Rico beat Poland to be top of Pool K

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 4, 2015 - Puerto Rico beat Poland 3-1 (25-19, 21-25, 25-19, 25-18) to be top of Pool K as the only undefeated team in the Pool.

Volleyball 05/07/2015

Canada's Love: "We must continue working"

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 4, 2015 - Canada earned their first win of the 2015 World Grand prix, beating Bulgaria 3-2 (18-25, 25-14, 25-14, 20-25, 15-13) in Pool K.

Volleyball 05/07/2015

Canada beat Pool K opponents Bulgaria in blockathon

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 4, 2015 – Canada earned their first win of the 2015 World Grand Prix, beating Bulgaria 3-2 (18-25, 25-14, 25-14, 20-25, 15-13) in Pool K.

Volleyball 04/07/2015

Time and patience needed for Angelo Vercesi young team

Porec, Croatia, July 4, 2015 - Croatia coach Angelo Vercesi admits that the team need time and patience to higher their level. Croatia's loss to Czech Republic 3-0 (25-17, 25-19, 25-19) is their second after being defeated by Argentina on Friday. The hosting team seek for improvements in their game for the upcoming match against Netherlands on Sunday.

Volleyball 04/07/2015

Czech Republic's serve and attack were key to win over Croatia

Porec, Croatia, July 4, 2015 - Czech Republic record the first victory in 2015 World Grand Prix edition in pool J, defeating hosting team Croatia 3-0 (25-17, 25-19, 25-19). Team's good disposition on serve put the pressure on Croatia and Tereza Vanzurova led the team in attack, scoring 14 points.

Volleyball 04/07/2015

Netherlands coach Giovanni Guidetti: "This was very close to perfection"

Porec, Croatia, July 4, 2015 - Netherlands defeated Argentina 3-0 (25-11, 25-11, 25-12) in Pool J to make it two wins out of two in the World Grand Prix.Here's what the teams said after the match

Volleyball 04/07/2015

Buijs leads the way for Netherlands in straight sets victory over Argentina

Porec, Croatia, July 4, 2015 - Led by the powerful point scoring of Anne Buijs (16), Judith Pietersen (15) and Maret Balkestein-Grothues (14), Netherlands cruised to a comfortable 3-0 (25-11, 25-11, 25-12) victory over Argentina in Pool J of the World Grand Prix on Saturday.

Volleyball 04/07/2015

My team has to keep working hard, says coach Mieles

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 3, 2015 – Puerto Rico defeated Canada 3-1 in Pool K of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix on Friday.

Volleyball 04/07/2015

Ocasio and Cruz steer Puerto Rican victory

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 3, 2015 – Puerto Rico recorded a home victory with a 3-1 (25-18, 25-10, 24-26, 25-14) win over Canada in Pool K of the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix on Friday.

Volleyball 04/07/2015

It was an erratic match: Bulgaria coach

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 3, 2015 – Poland coach Jacek Nawrocki celebrated a good result after his team defeated Bulgaria 3-0 in the opening match of World Grand Prix, Pool K.

Volleyball 04/07/2015

Poland beat Bulgaria in Pool K opening match

Carolina, Puerto Rico, July 3, 2015 – Poland started their 2015 FIVB World Grand Prix campaign with a straight-sets (25-17, 25-20, 25-22) win over Bulgaria in Pool K.

Volleyball 03/07/2015

Argentina's victory no surprise to Guillermo Orduna at all

Porec, Croatia, July 3, 2015 – Post-match statements from Argentina vs. Croatia 3-1 in the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix 2015:

Volleyball 03/07/2015

Carlo Parisi unhappy with too many Czech mistakes

Porec, Croatia, July 3, 2015 – Post-match statements from the Netherlands vs. Czech Republic 3-1 in FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix 2015:

Volleyball 03/07/2015

Argentina upset Croatia at Grand Prix tournament in Porec

Porec, Croatia, July 3, 2015 – Argentina triumphed victorious in the second match of the first day in the FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix 2015 Group 2 tournament in Porec. The South American squad upset the home favourites from Croatia by 3-1 (25-19, 26-24, 15-25, 25-16) to gain their first three points in this season’s campaign. Both teams were quite prolific from the serving line with a total of 18 aces between them. Argentina’s Leticia Boscacci was the most prolific scorer among the individual players with 20 points on her tally, followed closely by Croatia’s Samanta Fabris with 19.

Volleyball 03/07/2015

Substitute Anne Buijs shines to lead Dutch team to opening win

Porec, Croatia, July 3, 2015 – The Netherlands and the Czech Republic opened up their campaigns in the new season in Group 2 of the FIVB World Grand Prix 2015 with a four-set battle. The Dutch survived a tough opposition from their first Pool J rival in Porec, Croatia to gain the three points with a 3-1 (25-17, 23-25, 26-24, 25-18) victory. Judith Pietersen contributed 22 points to top the scorers’ chart of the game, but it was substitute Anne Buijs who came in during the second set to score some decisive points and shine with a total of 17, as many as the Czech Republic’s most prolific players – Michaela Mlejnkova and Helena Havelkova.

Volleyball 09/06/2015

World Grand Prix Group 2 preview: Poland looking for return to former glory

Lausanne, Switzerland, June 9, 2015 - Poland’s female volleyball players have a lot of competition from their male counterparts for a spot in the limelight in their homeland. The European champions from 2003 and 2005 are looking to attract attention, however, with new coach Jacek Nawrocki and big-name players like Katarzyna Skowrońska-Dolata taking the team forward.

Volleyball 15/05/2015

Argentina looking ahead to big volleyball year

Buenos Aires, Argentina, May 14, 2015 – The Argentina women’s team, Las Panteras, are looking forward to a tough international season this year and they will have two important series on home turf.

Volleyball 06/04/2015

Las Panteras begin preparations for exciting season ahead

Buenos Aires, Argentina, April 5, 2015 – Argentina’s women’s volleyball team have begun the build-up towards what is sure to prove a very demanding, but potentially successful 2015 season.

Volleyball 12/02/2015

Video: Poljak a master in the middle

Luxembourg, February 12, 2015 - The first leg of the 2015 CEV DenizBank Volleyball Champions League - Women Playoffs 12 drew to a close on Wednesday, meaning a new set of exciting Stars in Motion videos were released on the CEV YouTube channel on Thursday.