Today, something big is about to go down at Maracanãzinho in Rio de Janeiro – Brazil. Our Canadian women’s volleyball team is facing off against Brazil in a key match of the 2024 Volleyball Nations League. And, listen, this isn’t just any game; it’s Canada’s shot at ending a nearly three-decade-long wait for an Olympic spot since Atlanta 1996.
#VNL kicks off today for Canada's women's team – big match vs. Brazil in Rio, Brazil: https://t.co/aTLnnSNkNm
⏲️ 8 pm ET/ Heure : 20 h
La LNV démarre aujourd’hui pour l’équipe nationale féminine du Canada – gros matchs contre le Brésil au Brésil.
📺 : @cbcsports ou VBTV pic.twitter.com/NjjCp7XIDD
— Volleyball Canada (@VBallCanada) May 14, 2024
With the world rankings tight and the scramble for a spot in Paris 2024, our players have a serious challenge ahead. Brazil, already qualified for the Olympics and playing on home turf, is coming in strong, but we know our Canadian team means business.
Who could forget the last VNL in 2023? It was electrifying: we beat the Brazilians in an epic five-set match!
BRIE KING 🇨🇦 🆚 🇧🇷 BRAZIL.
At the #VNL2023, the setter led Canada to a historic 3-2 win 🆚 🇧🇷.
➡️ #VNL2024 dates & locations – https://t.co/5Ae43ty0ue.
📺 Watch the #VNL on https://t.co/Rb6x7u4lH9.
🏐 #Volleyball pic.twitter.com/rpVoXAgszy
— Volleyball World (@volleyballworld) January 16, 2024
This recent victory has boosted the team’s confidence, but it also brings pressure—the expectations are sky-high. Shannon Winzer, the team’s coach, made it clear that reaching Paris is more than just the effort of the 14 players selected. “It’s a collective effort that involves every player and the entire coaching staff,” she said, stressing the importance of teamwork.
Facing Brazil now is not just a chance for revenge, but a golden opportunity to prove we deserve a spot among the best on the Olympic stage. A win here would not only earn us crucial ranking points but also a massive morale boost.
So, if you’re a volleyball fan, you can’t miss this game. It’s a chance to see a team that grows, overcomes, and never gives up. With a mix of veterans and rising talents, we’re ready to surprise and fight for a spot in Paris.
Be sure to catch this epic battle. Tune into VBTV from Tuesday at 5:00 PM (PDT) and cheer on the Canadians! Let’s show the world the strength and determination of Canada.
(GIF via Giphy by Volleyball World)
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