Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, April 22, 2015 (FIVB Press Release) – Hosts Dominican Republic and Argentina are set to clash on Wednesday in a match between undefeated teams at the U20 Women’s Pan American Cup in Santo Domingo. Both teams have won their three matches thus far, all in straight sets.

In Tuesday’s action, Argentina defeated Costa Rica (0-3 win-loss ratio) while the Dominican Republic beat Chile (1-2). In the other match of day three, Mexico (2-1) outclassed Nicaragua (0-3) in consecutive sets.

Argentina outscored Costa Rica 3-0 (25-12, 25-13, 25-19) with 10 points apiece from Anahi Tosi, Candela Nota and Maria Corbalan. Tania Carazo was the best Costa Rican with 11 points, in the loss.

The Dominican Republic subdued Chile in straight sets 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 25-9), led by Natalia Martinez with 20 points, including 3 blocks and 2 aces. Gaila Gonzalez chipped in with 13 points in the victory.

The home side relied on their potent attacks outscoring the opposition 34-19, while dominating the blocking category 9-5.

Mexico registered a one-sided victory in straight sets 3-0 (25-6, 25-5, 25-6) over Nicaragua. Captain Maria Rodriguez topped the winning offense with 13 points, six aces and two blocks included.

Source: Fédération Internationale de Volleyball