Puerto Rico secured its place in the next round, winningthe decisive game against Hong Kong.

With both teams needing victory at all costs to finish third, Puerto Rico players were mpreefficient in the shoot-outand defeated their opponents.

The sets: 4:13, 15:6, 2:3

Hong Kong: Cheng H., Cheng W. 2, Chan 2, Zhang 9, Chau, Yeung Pui 2, Yeung Chun 2, Kam 4, Wong, Cheung

Puerto Rico: Ramos, Barros 11, Nazario 6, Rivera, Ortiz 2, Valle 3, Rodriguez, Feliciano, Betacourt

Referees: Fanack, Dare (France) S:0-3

Quotes

Natasha Valle Martinez (Puerto Rico – Player)

"It was a very good game. Both teams were super good. We were nervous because we needed to win. It is our first win here and it feels super special!"

Chit Kwan Chiu (Hong Kong – Coach)

"I think we have learned a lot from this match. We felt a little bit nervous, even when I told them 'you can win'. In the end, at the shoot-out, two of our best players missed their shots".