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Canadian women earn sweep, defeat U.S. for first time at Volleyball Nations League
- On Thursday, Canada's women's volleyball team defeated the United States 3-0 at Centre Videotron in Quebec City, marking the first time Canada has won against the U.S. in FIVB Volleyball Nations League history.
- Canada rebounded from a 3-1 tournament-opening loss to Germany on Wednesday, where the team dropped sets 28-26, 22-25, 25-18, and 25-18 before facing the United States.
- Three Canadian players reached double digits: Kiera Van Ryk led with 17 points, Alexa Gray added 14, and Emily Maglio contributed 13. Canada rallied from a 20-14 deficit in the third set to complete the sweep.
- By sweeping the Olympic silver medalists, Canada demonstrated significant progress on the international stage, defeating a powerhouse team and solidifying momentum in the Nations League competition.
- The Canadians will next play France on Saturday as they continue their Nations League campaign, seeking to maintain form following the historic victory over the United States.
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The Canadian volleyball team was right about their American rivals in three rounds on Thursday. This is the first time that Canada has beaten the United States.
·Montreal, Canada
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Total News Sources14
Leaning Left9Leaning Right0Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution82% Left
Bias Distribution
- 82% of the sources lean Left
82% Left
L 82%
C 18%
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