The United States and the Dominican Republic have advanced to the NORCECA Men’s Final Six semifinals after intense victories.
Team USA survived a dramatic five-set battle against host Puerto Rico, winning 19-25, 25-23, 25-18, 23-25, 15-11. The result sends USA (4-1) into a semifinal clash with Mexico (4-1), while Puerto Rico (4-1) will face the Dominican Republic (2-3).
Puerto Rico started strong, taking the opening set with sharp attacks, but the U.S. adjusted with stronger reception and blocking to capture the next two. The hosts forced a deciding set after edging the fourth 25-23, but the Americans closed it out 15-11.
Patrick Rogers led the U.S. with 24 points (19 attacks, 2 blocks, 3 aces), while Jamal Ellis scored 19 for Puerto Rico. The U.S. led in attacks (51–49) and blocks (16–8), though Puerto Rico committed fewer errors.
In the second match, the Dominican Republic swept Canada in straight sets (25-23, 26-24, 25-23) to book their semifinal ticket. Adrian Figueroa led with 15 points, while Thomas Friesen had 14 for Canada. The Dominicans outperformed in attacks (39–34), while Canada led in blocks (10–3).
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