The final round of pool-play action confirms the semifinals for the 2017 women's Pan American Cup in Lancaster, USA. Chile secured their spot as second in Pool A to Argentina and will play the first-placed team in Pool B, likely Canada, USA or Mexico. Uruguay will crossover with Brazil and play for 7th place, while Pool B will be battling it out for the last two spots in the semifinals.
Pool A WOMEN: Chile vs. Uruguay (2-0)
Goals from Camila Caram and Manuela Urroz lifted Chile 2-0 over their South American rivals, Uruguay, on Day 3 of the women’s competition. Chile now qualifies for the semifinals and will play the winner of Pool B, while Uruguay will play Brazil for 7th place. Read more...
Pool B WOMEN: Mexico vs. Canada (0-4)
A slow start and scoreless first half was broken thanks to a hat trick performance from Canadian midfielder Brienne Stairs. Canada blanked Mexico 4-0 to secure their spot in the semifinals. Goalkeeper Jesus Castillo did well for Mexico to keep the score to a minimum. Read more...
Pool B WOMEN: USA vs. Brazil (9-0)
A hat trick for Taylor West helped USA eliminate Brazil 9-0 in an important pool-play match up that required an eight-goal differential in order to take the top of Pool B away from Canada. USA had two goals from each of Jill Witmer, Loren Healy and Kat Sharkey in the win. Read more...
The women’s teams will have a rest day on Aug. 10 and resume play on Aug. 11 with the first round of the 5-7th place game (Brazil vs. Uruguay) taking place at 13:45, while the semifinals will happen at 16:00 (Argentina vs. Canada) and 18:00 (USA vs. Chile). All matches are streamed live via USA Field Hockey here and you can stay connected on facebook, Instagram and twitter @panamhockey or online at panamhockey.org.
