Posted: Tuesday, July 22, 2025. 10:52 am CST.
Gabriela GĂłmez, 10, of the Under 23 Honduras Womenâs National Volleyball Team against Panama at the Belize City Civic Center on Monday, July 21, 2025. Photo Credit: AFECAVOL
By RubĂ©n Morales Iglesias: Honduras made an emphatic entrance at the VII AFECAVOL U23 Womenâs Central American Championship, sweeping Panama 3-0 (25-16, 25-11, 25-12) in their first match of the tournament at the Belize City Civic Center on Monday, July 21.
Strong performance and sharp execution
After sitting out opening day, Honduras wasted no time in demonstrating its strength. The team dominated across all statsâleading in attacks (37-15), blocks (6-4), and service aces (6-2). More importantly, they limited unforced errors to just 18, while Panama gave away 26.
Sasha Kawas led the Honduran offense with 17 points, supported by Dazy DurĂĄn and Shantte Siliezar who tallied eight points each. For Panama, Janeth Fuentes was the top scorer with seven points.
Captain reactions Team captain Dazly DurĂĄn praised Hondurasâ teamwork:
âWeâre really happy to start this event on the right foot. This win gives us some confidence for our second match, which will be tougher against Guatemala. Panama defends well, but we stayed focused and worked great as a team,â DurĂĄn said.
Panamaâs captain Ruth Rivas reflected on their effort:
âItâs frustrating because I know weâre capable of more than what weâve shown. We always keep our energy up even when weâre behind, because letting our mood drop would make things worse. Weâre committed to giving our best in every match,â Panama captain Rivas said.
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