Paraguay's women's beach volleyball team achieved a historic milestone at the 2025 Junior Pan American Games by capturing the bronze medal on home soil in Asuncion. The victory marks a significant leap forward for the nation’s presence in international volleyball.
Match Summary
Denisse Alvarez and Fiorella Nunez clinched the third-place finish by overcoming Canada's Jaeya Brach and Sophia Hladyniuk in a tightly contested match. The final score was:
- Set 1: 21-14
- Set 2: 19-21
- Set 3: 15-6
This 2-1 victory not only earned them a bronze medal but also energized the local crowd and underscored Paraguay’s growing capability in the sport.
Investment and Development
The achievement is the result of ongoing investment in Paraguay’s beach volleyball infrastructure through the FIVB’s Volleyball Empowerment initiative. Over $330,000 has been invested in:
- Upgrading coaching facilities
- Enhancing training systems
- Providing professional-grade equipment
Collaborations with experienced international coaches, including Brazilian expert Ricardo Cesar Souza Da Silva, have also played a pivotal role in strategic and technical development.
Event Overview
The competition hosted 16 women's and 16 men’s teams from 19 NORCECA and CSV nations. The United States dominated both categories, with Emma Donley and Portia Sherman capturing the women's gold. Despite this, Paraguay’s bronze represented a breakthrough for the host nation and a testament to their increasing competitiveness.
Significance for Paraguay
More than just a medal, the result is a symbol of Paraguay’s rising ambitions in global volleyball. Programs supported by global institutions like the FIVB are helping smaller nations rise to elite levels, giving athletes a chance to shine on big stages with consistency and confidence.
Read the full article on the FIVB’s official site here.
