Türkiye’s U17 women’s volleyball team fights for World Championship
Türkiye’s U17 women's volleyball team celebrates defeating Ecuador 3-0 in their first match of Group B at the World Championship held in Lima, Peru, August 17, 2024. (Photo from Turkish Volleyball Federation)
Türkiye’s U17 volleyball team continued its journey at the FIVB U17 Women’s World Championship in Lima, Peru, with a crucial victory against Thailand in their third match of the group stage.
Competing in Group B, the team has now secured two wins and one loss, advancing to the next round.
Turkish U17 volleyball team match results overview
| Date | Opponent | Result | Set Scores |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug 2024 | Ecuador | Win 3-0 | 25-18, 25-16, 25-14 |
| 18 Aug 2024 | China | Loss 1-3 | 20-25, 25-22, 26-28, 15-25 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | Thailand | Win 3-0 | 25-23, 27-25, 25-13 |
In their latest match on Aug. 19, the Turkish team secured a 3-0 victory over Thailand. The sets ended 25-23, 27-25, and 25-13 in favor of Türkiye, reflecting the team’s ability to perform under pressure. This win solidifies Türkiye’s position in the tournament, allowing them to finish second in Group B.
The team’s earlier matches included a strong 3-0 victory against Ecuador on Aug. 17 and a challenging 1-3 loss to China on Aug. 18. With two wins and one loss, Türkiye has successfully moved on to the Round of 16, where they will face the team that finished third in Group D.
Head Coach Gokhan Oner and his team will look to carry this momentum into the knockout stages. Coach Oner emphasized the importance of staying focused as the competition intensifies.
Türkiye’s U17 women’s volleyball team roster
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| Setter | Elif Ilhan, Esmanur Erdogan |
| Opposite | Aylin Uysalcan |
| Outside Hitter | Ceylin Kuyan, Ceyda Kuyan, Melis Basaran, Derinsu Bihan, Damla Beyazitli |
| Middle Blocker | Guz Ozerol, Kubra Evsen, Ezel Balik |
| Libero | Zeynep Nur Altintas |
The championship runs from Aug. 17 to 24 and features a strong lineup of teams in Group B. Türkiye’s U17 women’s volleyball team is eager to make an impact and continue their progress in the tournament.
