In a thrilling match at the NORCECA Women’s Final Six tournament, Puerto Rico edged out Cuba in five sets, winning 3-2 (25-18, 25-21, 20-25, 16-25, 15-6). Grace López led Puerto Rico with 23 points, supported by Neira Ortiz and Stephanie Rivera with 14 points each. For Cuba, Jessica Aguilera scored 11 points, while captain Laura Suarez and Ivy Vila added 10 points each. Puerto Rico dominated in attacks (61-54) and serves (10-1), though Cuba led in blocks (9-8).
In another match, Mexico triumphed over Canada 3-1 (25-21, 25-14, 20-25, 26-24). Uxue Guereca led Mexico with 16 points, followed by Sofía Maldonado with 14 points and Marian Ovalle with 11 points. Canada’s top performers were Emoni Busch and Madyson Saris, with 20 and 16 points respectively. Mexico outperformed Canada in attacks (52-45) and serves (13-7), while Canada had an advantage in blocks (7-1).
