The ninth and final stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour is underway in San Josι, Costa Rica, and the competition is heating up! Top men's duos from across North, Central America, and the Caribbean have descended upon the sand courts of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, battling for continental glory.
Among the contenders are Bermuda's Sean Tucker and Kyle Hamilton, who find themselves in a tough Pool D. Facing off against teams from Costa Rica, El Salvador, and the Virgin Islands, the Bermudian pair faced an uphill battle on Day 1, finishing with an 0-2 record.
In their opening match, Tucker and Hamilton fell to El Salvador's Gabriel Baltazr Vargas Romero and Carlos Adonai Mejia Perez in straight sets (21-18, 21-9). Despite a competitive first set, the Bermudians struggled to contain the Salvadoran duo's powerful attack in the second, ultimately succumbing in 36 minutes.
The second match proved equally challenging for Tucker and Hamilton, as they faced the home-court advantage of Costa Rica's Stanley Grant Brown and Julian Araya Alas. The Costa Rican pair rode the energy of the crowd to a 21-16, 21-15 victory in a 32-minute clash.
Despite the setbacks, Tucker and Hamilton remain determined to bounce back. With one pool match remaining, they'll need to dig deep and find their rhythm to keep their tournament hopes alive.
The NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour is known for its intense competition and unpredictable outcomes. Can Tucker and Hamilton turn things around and make a run in Costa Rica? Stay tuned for more exciting action from the sand courts.
Thursday, December 05, 2024
MSA Boys & Girls Complete Volleyball Double
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Dominant Display Secures MSA Senior School Girls Title
The Mount Saint Agnes (MSA) Academy Gymnasium was rocking as the home team stormed to victory in the Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior School Girls Volleyball tournament.
MSA capped off an undefeated run with a straight-set win 21-16, 25-23 over rivals Warwick Academy Blue in a thrilling Final.
The first set of the Final was a tense affair, with both teams trading blows. MSA's powerful hitters found gaps in the Warwick defense, but the Blue squad fought back with resilient digging and some clever plays of their own. Ultimately, MSA's consistency gave them the edge, taking the set 21-16.
Warwick refused to back down in the second. They rattled MSA with strong serving and forced them into several errors. The score remained neck-and-neck throughout, with neither team able to pull away. But in the crucial final points, MSA's experience and composure shone through. They held their nerve to secure a 25-23 victory, sparking wild celebrations in the packed gym.
Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior School Girls Volleyball Tournament Results
FINAL
25 25 MSA defeated 16 23 Warwick Academy Blue
Dominant Display Clinches MSA Senior Boys School Title
One night after the Mount Saint Agnes (MSA) Girls' team claimed Volleyball Gold, the MSA Boys followed suit, sweeping Saltus Grammar School in straight sets to capture the Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior Boys Volleyball championship.
MSA came out firing in the final, taking the first set 25-17 with a display of powerful hitting and aggressive serving. Saltus, however, responded in the second, pushing MSA to the brink in a nail-biting set. The two teams traded blows, with neither able to gain a significant advantage. But in the end, MSA's experience and composure proved to be the difference, as they held on for a 27-25 victory.
Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior School Boys Volleyball Tournament Results
Semi-Final
21 Saltus Red defeated 19 Warwick Academy Blue
21 MSA Blue defeated 06 Warwick Academy White
Final
25 27 MSA Blue defeated 17 25 Saltus Red
Wednesday, December 04, 2024
Warwick Academy White Reigns Supreme in Showdown
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The MSA Gym was rocking with excitement as Warwick Academy White stormed to victory in the 2024 Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Girls Volleyball Tournament. Three schools battled for supremacy, fielding multiple teams in a display of skill and athleticism.
Warwick Academy White proved to be the dominant force, culminating their impressive run with a straight-sets victory over Saltus White in the final. They took the first set 25-20 and then turned up the heat in the second set, securing a convincing 25-12 win to claim the championship title.
Warwick Academy White's path to victory included a dominant 25-14 win over Saltus Red in thier Semi-Final. Saltus White earned their spot in the final by overcoming Somersfield Academy 25-12 in the other Semi-Final matchup.
2024 Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Girls Volleyball Tournament Results
Pool A
25 Saltus White defeated 17 MSA Blue
25 Warwick Academy Blue defeated 17 MSA Blue
25 Somersfield Academy defeated 17 MSA Blue
26 Somersfield Academy defeated 24 Saltus White
26 Warwick Academy Blue defeated 25 Saltus White
25 Somersfield Academy defeated 15 Warwick Academy Blue
Pool B
25 Saltus Red defeated 03 MSA Gold
25 Warwick White defeated 23 Saltus Red
25 Warwick White defeated 16 MSA Gold
Play-Offs
25 MSA Gold defeated 15 MSA Blue
25 Saltus Red defeated 18 Warwick Blue
25 Saltus White defeated 17 MSA Gold
Semi-Final
25 Saltus White defeated 12 Somersfield Academy
25 Warwick Academy White defeated 14 Saltus Red
Final
25 25 Warwick Academy White defeated 20 12 Saltus White
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Saltus Storms to Victory in Middle School Volleyball Thriller
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The Mount Saint Agnes Academy gym was electric with anticipation as the Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Boys Volleyball tournament reached its climax. Saltus Grammar School and Somersfield Academy, two titans of the court, clashed in a championship showdown that would leave fans on the edge of their seats.
Somersfield, a squad known for their tenacity, came out firing on all cylinders, building a commanding five-point lead in the first set. But Saltus, with their backs against the wall, summoned a surge of energy, clawing their way back point by point. The crowd roared as Saltus finally snatched the first set 27-25 in a nail-biting finish.
Undeterred, Somersfield continued to battle in the second set, but Saltus had found their rhythm. With powerful spikes and acrobatic digs, they seized control of the match, ultimately securing the championship with a 25-20 victory.
The road to the finals was paved with drama. Saltus narrowly escaped an upset in the Semi-Finals against a formidable Warwick Academy Blue team. Warwick led for most of the match, but Saltus, displaying their championship mettle, staged a late rally to win 25-23. Somersfield, on the other hand, cruised to a 25-18 victory over Warwick Academy White in their semi-final matchup.
Saltus' undefeated run to the championship showcased their resilience, teamwork, and exceptional skill. They emerged as worthy champions, etching their names in Bermuda's middle school volleyball history.
Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Boys Volleyball Tournament Results
Round Robin
Warwick Academy White 21 Saltus Grammar 25
Somersfield Academy 18 Saltus Grammar 25
Warwick Academy White 25 MSA 9
Warwick Academy White 25 Somersfield Academy 14
Somersfield Academy 25 Warwick Academy Blue 21
Somersfield Academy 25 MSA 15
Warwick Academy White 25 Warwick Academy Blue 13
Saltus Grammar 25 Warwick Academy Blue 21
MSA 25 Warwick Academy Blue 21
Saltus Grammar 25 MSA 14
SEMI FINALS
Saltus Grammar 25 Warwick Academy Blue 23
Somersfield Academy - 25 Warwick Academy - 18
FINAL
27 25 Saltus Grammar defeated 25 23 Somersfield Academy
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Bermuda Defeat BVI in ECVA Championships
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The Bermuda Mens National Volleyball Team are now 2 & 2 after their fourth match in the 2024 ECVA Senior Mens Championships, following their 3 - 0 victory over the British Virgin Islands.
Bermuda won the first set 26-24, Bermuda would take a 2 - 0 lead after winning the second set 25-12. Bermuda would lose out the match winning the third set 25-13.
