U.S. Falls to Germany in Grand Prix Opener

The United States women’s volleyball team struggled in its opener at the FIVB Grand Prix, falling to Germany, 25-15, 25-15, 25-16, on Friday.

Nicole Fawcett led the U.S. Women with 11 points on seven kills, a match-high three blocks and one ace. Kristin Richards added eight points on six kills and two blocks.

Germany’s Margareta Kozuch led all scorers with 15 points on 14 kills and one ace. Heike Beier added 10 points on eight kills and two aces.
Team USA out-blocked Germany 7-1. But Germany won the ace race with 10, including five in the first set, while Team USA had three. The

U.S. Women were also hurt by 21 team errors as opposed to 11 for Germany.

Jordan Larson was the only one of the three former Huskers to appear against Germany, totaling four kills in a losing effort. Team USA will look to rebound on Saturday against Puerto Rico with a start time set for Noon (Central).