Day 3 of the Hockey5s, 2014 Pan American Youth Championship in Uruguay started with a sunny morning.
First game of the day was between Mexico and Uruguay. Even thou the host gained the 3 points, the Mexicans battled the whole match and Uruguay’s victory was not easy.
The second game was between Argentina and USA. This was the best match of the tournament, so far. The American team, conducted by Tamara Durante had the possession at the two first halves and leaded 4-1. But Argentina jumped into the 3 period and turned the score in their favor 5-4. In the final minutes USA was able to score and the game ended 5-5.
The Americans kept their winning pace and showed their leadership scoring 8-2 against Mexico.
Uruguay and Argentina closed the second round of the tournament. Gonzalo Ferrer’s girls scored early but Capurro’s team reacted and took the lead. The game ended 6-2 in favor of Argentina.
Argentina will face Mexico and Uruguay will play against USA in the semi-finals.
In the afternoon fans will have the chance to watch the final game on live streaming; and the two winners of a spot at the 2014, Youth Olympic Games in Nanjing, China.
