🇦🇷 Luciano De Cecco | Argentina vs. Canada | 2023 Men's VNL Ottawa

Volleyball Source 2.0
10 Jun 202303:52

Summary

TLDRIn this volleyball interview, the Argentine team's impressive victory is highlighted, particularly their success in extended rallies. Rob Sinclair discusses the team's strategy of minimizing mistakes and the importance of strong team play. He emphasizes the exceptional skills of middle blocker Agustín Loser and the team's collective effort. The conversation also touches on the emergence of new outside hitters, who are taking on more responsibility and personality, showcasing the team's adaptability and high-level performance.

Takeaways

  • 🏐 The Argentine volleyball team had an impressive win, with a strong performance noted in longer rallies.
  • 🌟 Rob Sinclair from Volleyball Source congratulates Luciana de Chuka for her impressive performance.
  • 🤔 Argentina's success in long rallies might be attributed to a powerful block and team play, as well as minimizing mistakes.
  • 🔄 The team has been working on improving their game over the past three days, focusing on ball control and reducing errors.
  • 🤝 Setter Agustín Loser and middle blocker have a special connection, with Loser's ability to read the block and place the ball effectively.
  • 💪 The team effort is highlighted, with Loser, Joaquín, Serva, and Ramos being key in maintaining the team's performance level.
  • 🚀 Outside hitter Facundo Conte is taking a break, allowing new players to step up and gain experience.
  • 🆕 The introduction of new players like the two Lucianos, Vicente Balonski, and Jan Martinez shows a new front and personality for the team.
  • 🛑 The team is looking for solutions to maintain their high level of play after the departure of key players like Facundo and Palacio.
  • 🎯 The focus is on taking risks and elevating the team's performance to a higher standard.
  • 👏 The entire team's mentality and performance level have been extremely impressive, especially considering the amount of volleyball played recently.

Q & A

  • What is the general sentiment expressed by the speaker about the game?

    -The speaker expresses a very positive sentiment, praising the game as 'very very good' and commending the performance with phrases like 'Well Done' and 'I'm impressed'.

  • What nationality is the speaker and what is their impression of the Canadian player?

    -The speaker identifies as American and mentions being impressed by the Canadian player, contrary to the initial assumption that the Canadian might not be happy.

  • Who are the individuals mentioned in the script, and what is the context of their discussion?

    -The individuals mentioned are Rob Sinclair, Luciana de Chuka, and Agustín Loser. They are discussing a volleyball game, with a focus on the performance and strategies of the Argentine team.

  • What strategy did the Argentine team employ during the game that contributed to their success?

    -The Argentine team focused on playing longer rallies, minimizing mistakes, and adapting their style to 'tie to volleyball', which involved a team effort with skilled blocking and setting.

  • How does the speaker describe the Argentine team's performance in terms of team play and power?

    -The speaker describes the Argentine team's performance as 'really powerful', highlighting their team play and the ability to read and counter the opposing team's blocking.

  • What is the significance of Agustín Loser's role in the team's success according to the script?

    -Agustín Loser is highlighted for his skills in reading the block and placing the ball where he wants, which simplifies the setter's task and contributes to the team's powerful play.

  • What changes have been made to the Argentine team's outside hitter position, and why?

    -The Argentine team has introduced new players to the outside hitter position, allowing them to take more risks and develop a stronger team personality, as part of a strategy to raise the team's overall level of play.

  • Who are the new outside hitters mentioned, and what is their role in the team?

    -The new outside hitters mentioned are the two Lucianos, Vicente Balonski, and Jan Martinez. They are part of a newer group supporting the team and taking on more responsibility.

  • What is the current status of Facundo Carvalho, and how does his absence impact the team?

    -Facundo Carvalho is not currently playing, allowing new players to gain experience. His potential return after July could bring additional depth to the team.

  • How does the speaker view the team's mentality and performance over the week?

    -The speaker is impressed with the team's mentality, describing it as 'extremely impressive' and noting the high level of performance they displayed throughout the week.

  • What is the speaker's outlook for the team's future games this summer?

    -The speaker looks forward to the team's remaining games this summer, expecting them to maintain the high level of performance they have demonstrated.

Outlines

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🏐 Volleyball Success and Team Dynamics

The speaker discusses the impressive performance of a volleyball team, particularly noting their success in longer rallies. The team's strategy involves minimizing mistakes and focusing on teamwork, especially in setting the middle. The speaker also highlights the importance of the team's block and the role of key players like Agustin and Joaquin in achieving a higher level of play. The discussion touches on the team's outside hitters and the introduction of new talent, emphasizing the need for risk-taking and personality in their play.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Game

The term 'game' refers to a structured form of play, typically with a competitive element. In the context of this video, it denotes a volleyball match. The script mentions the high quality of the game, with phrases like 'a very very good game' and 'very very impressive win,' indicating the level of skill and performance displayed by the players.

💡Rallies

A 'rally' in volleyball is a continuous exchange of hits between teams that ends with a point being scored. The script notes that longer rallies tend to favor the Argentine team, suggesting a strategy or skill in prolonged play. The term is used to highlight the team's success in enduring and winning extended points.

💡Block

In volleyball, a 'block' is an attempt by a player to touch the ball coming from the opponent's side before it crosses the net. The script implies that Argentina has a 'more powerful block team,' which could be a key factor in their success during rallies, as it helps them to prevent the opponent from scoring.

💡Volleyball

Volleyball is the central theme of the video, as it is the sport being discussed. The script uses the term to describe the sport itself and the specific strategies and plays employed by the teams. It is mentioned in various contexts, such as 'we play in this,' indicating the team's engagement in the sport.

💡Mistakes

The term 'mistakes' refers to errors made during the game that can lead to points for the opposing team. The script mentions minimizing mistakes as a strategy, as seen in the phrase 'try to make little bit of mistakes not a lot,' which underscores the importance of precision and accuracy in volleyball.

💡Middle Blocker

A 'middle blocker' is a specific position in volleyball, typically responsible for blocking and attacking from the center of the net. The script discusses the importance of this role, with references to 'Agustin' and 'another Joaquin' as key players in this position, emphasizing their contribution to the team's success.

💡Personality

In the context of the script, 'personality' refers to the individual style or flair that a player brings to the game. It is mentioned in relation to the new outside hitters, indicating that they are encouraged to take risks and display their unique abilities, which can add a dynamic element to the team's performance.

💡Outside Hitters

An 'outside hitter' is a volleyball position responsible for hitting from the back row. The script discusses the transition of new players into this role, such as 'the two Lucianos,' and their impact on the team's strategy and performance.

💡Team Effort

The term 'team effort' highlights the collective work and coordination required in volleyball. The script mentions 'the team effort, passes with the middles,' indicating that success is not just about individual performance but also about how well the team works together.

💡Mentality

In the script, 'mentality' refers to the psychological approach or attitude of the players towards the game. It is praised as 'extremely impressive,' suggesting that the team's mindset and attitude play a crucial role in their performance and ability to handle pressure.

💡Opportunity

The script uses 'opportunity' to describe the chance for new players to prove themselves and contribute to the team. It is mentioned in the context of supporting the newer outside hitters and the potential for them to reach a 'really good level,' indicating the importance of seizing the moment to grow and develop.

Highlights

A very good game played with impressive skill.

Canadian and American players showing sportsmanship.

Rob Sinclair praises the volleyball team's impressive win.

Argentina's success in long rallies attributed to powerful block team.

The team's strategy to minimize mistakes and play smart volleyball.

The importance of team effort in setting up plays.

Agustin Loser's exceptional skills in reading the block and placing the ball.

The significance of middle blockers like Joaquin, Serva, and Ramos in the team's performance.

Facundo Conte's absence and the opportunity for new players to shine.

The introduction of new outside hitters like the two Lucianos, Vicente Balonski, and Jan Martinez.

The team's need for new solutions and taking more risks to improve.

The team's mentality and impressive performance throughout the week.

Looking forward to Argentina's performance in the rest of the summer.

Congratulations and appreciation expressed for the team's efforts.

The high level of volleyball displayed by the team.

Transcripts

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a very very good game Well Done Right

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Here good yeah

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he's Canadian I'm American he's not

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happy I'm impressed

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yeah Everett's angry at Luciano I'm not

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I'm very impressed uh Rob Sinclair with

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volleyball Source Luciana dechuka

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congratulations very very impressive win

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one of the things I noticed tonight was

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that the longer the points would go the

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longer the rallies would go the more

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likely it was that you guys in Argentina

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would have success and end up winning

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the rallies do you think there's a

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secret to that for you guys

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more powerful block team we play in this

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in this three three days so we try to

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reach this kind of trying to tie to

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volleyball so play the ball replay the

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ball try to make

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little bit of mistakes not a lot like

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yesterday against Brazil so I think this

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is the more

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study we made but it's everything

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difficult kind of it's a really powerful

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team play really good surf really good

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so for us it's every every day tough

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how about watching you set the middle

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throughout your career has has really

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been a tree whether it's Soleil whether

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it's rubberlandi Simone but now you and

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Agustin loser have something really

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special is there a secret to how you two

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are able to create space against

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opposing blockers yeah I think I have

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lucky I place it with amazing media

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Blocker in my career in my life so every

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time I played the new one I try to know

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new new middle blocker is every this

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sensation they they try something new so

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Agustin have a really good skills

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he read really good the blog so he can

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put the ball where he wants so for me

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it's really simple but this is a more

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powerful

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play we have so the the team effort

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passes with the middles in the in this

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team so Augustine uh and another Joaquin

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and serva and Ramos is really important

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in the lifestyle the the distance so we

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try to to reach the the more level as

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possible tell me about your outside

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hitters because we haven't seen Facundo

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content in a little while he uh he is

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allowing some new guys to get some time

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uh the two lucianos Vicente balonski Jan

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Martinez Off the Bench a newer group

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that's supporting your team now what

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have you seen from your outside hitter

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position yeah I used everything new this

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year is the year to

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the lucianos we make the this front go

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in the front to take more risk take more

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personality more the team is is there so

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we need another Solutions

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after Facundo after Palacio can maybe

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come back after July so so so different

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situations but this is the vanilla for

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try to

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to put the level more High I think I

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have the possibility to play a lot of

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minutes a lot of a lot of games and I

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think he completed a really good yeah

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Martin stay stay there waiting here

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possibility and I think I have a really

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important situation an opportunity for

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reach the really good level and I think

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we try to support them we try to

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to help for me it's not simple but I

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think the mentality the this highs is

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really impressive I agree I think your

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entire team's mentality has been

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extremely impressive and this is a lot

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of volleyball that you've played this

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week but the level that you just

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displayed just now was very very high

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and I'm looking forward to you guys the

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rest this summer well done

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congratulations thank you thank you so

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much

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thank you

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