The United States claims the title at the 19th NORCECA Men’s Pan American Cup; Jesús Perales Navarro: «The tournament showcased Mexican volleyball on the international stage»  / @GobiernoDeMorelos – @Norcecainfo @conadeoficial

(#NORCECA2026 – #ContinentalVolleyball) *** #StateOfMorelos, #Mexico.- The NORCECA XIX Panamerican Men Cup concluded at the Polideportivo 2 of the Autonomous University of the State of Morelos, with a final that crowned #UnitedStates as champion after defeating #PuertoRico 3–1; the match’s intensity and decisive moments kept the Morelos crowd on edge through the closing sets.

In the bronze match, Canada overcame Mexico by 3–1, while Dominican Republic secured fourth place after a five‑set victory over Cuba; the tournament showcased a high technical and tactical standard that elevated the level of volleyball across the region.

The event’s organization received praise for its logistics and production, and the closing ceremony brought together sports and academic authorities, among them Jesús Perales Navarro, president of the Mexican Volleyball Federation, and Alejandro Gaytán Alegría, secretary of academic extension of UAEM, who acknowledged the teams’ efforts and the institutional commitment behind the competition.

Coverage across official channels emphasized the tournament’s contribution to university sport and to Morelos’s sports infrastructure, while underscoring the role of figures such as Romel Pacheco and the visibility that the NORCECA XIX Panamerican Men Cup granted to the region.

The Mexican public proved decisive: sold‑out sessions and an atmosphere that combined unwavering support with respect for the game contributed to a memorable experience for athletes and spectators alike.

The final assessment leaves Mexico with competitive lessons and confirms Morelos as a capable host; expectations now focus on harnessing this momentum to consolidate development programs and attract future international competitions.

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