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Quoted from "triglav_kran"

And in the brief clip about Germany they mentioned as the best players Kromm, Bohme, Huebner, in the last place Shoepps and they forgot to add Grozer. And when summing up the Slovenian team they said: "Players like Urnaut or Gasparini aren't very popular for the volleyball world but the team can make some surprises".
Also every clip of a team was made by some match of this team against Bulgaria. Because some of the teams, like Finland, played their last game against us in 2007 - the clip was compiled of the Finnish NT in 2007. Only Serbia and Italy's clips were compiled of the match Serbia - Italy in WC 2011. The same match for both of the clips. Slovenia's clip was the most bizarre, because we haven't played against them in a non-friendly match for ages and the clip was like from youtube, in 240 pixels.

If I would be there, I would be the one laughing the loudest Amusing!

Quoted from "LDvolley"

Tunisia 3 - Cameroon 1

Tunisia is in OG.

Wow, before this tournament I was pretty sure that Egypt qualify. I know not much about Tunisia, but anyway - big congrats!

Rosters for African games?? Would love to see Ghana roster

Tunisia clinch the Olympic ticket to London 2012


Tunisia celebrating the Olympic Qualifications

Yaoundé, Cameroon, January 21, 2012- Tunisia men’s volleyball team secured a ticket to 2012 London Olympic Games after the efficiently won the African Olympic Qualification tournament after winning all their matches, the last was against the hosts Cameroon 3-1 (21-25, 25-20, 25-23, 25-21) in the fifth and final day at the Multipurpose Sports Complex in Yaoundé, Cameroon on Saturday in front of full house attendance of 4000 spectators.

With the victory, Tunisia will represent the African continent in the prestigious Olympic Games for the sixth time after Munich 1972, Los Angeles 1984, Seoul 1988, Atlanta 1996 and Athens 2004.

The final day showed also Algeria achieving their first and only victory over the winless Ghana 3-0 (25-15, 25-19, 25-18).
Tunisia top the 5 nation tournament in the final day with a win- loss ratio of 4-0 followed by Egypt second (3-1), Cameroon third (2-2), Algeria fourth (1-3) and Ghana at the bottom of the table (0-4).

Tunisia beat Cameroon 3-1 (21-25, 25-20, 25-23, 25-21)

Tunisia rebounded back after losing the first set to win three successive sets in their way to see off the hosts Cameroon 3-1 (21-25, 25-20, 25-23, 25-21). Both teams started very consistent with Cameroon becoming ahead 8-5 and 12-16 at technical timeouts till they won the set 25-21. In the second set won Tunisia imposed their rhythm leading 8-4 and 16-13 till winning the set 25-20. The same rule is observed in the third set won by Tunisia 25-23. In the fourth set the Cameroonians lost 25-21 after great fought but Tunisia was there with their tight block and disciplined defense.
Cameroon coach Peter Nonnenbroich stated that Tunisia was in their best performance. He praised the determination of his players who were willing to be second to play the World Olympic qualifications. “Cameroon is preparing for upcoming competitions and it was a chance here to prepare for future.” He added
The Tunisian coach Fethi Mkaouer said he was admiring the Fair Play of Cameroon team. He acknowledged that Cameroon have a sense of hospitality. “Despite the observed errors in the match against Egypt, they remained dignified.” He concluded.


Algeria beat Ghana 3-0 (25-15, 25-19, 25-18)

Algeria recorded their only victory in the tournament against Ghana in straight sets 3-0 (25-15, 25-19, 25-18). Although the Algerian players were depressed after losing against the big three Cameroon, Tunisia and Egypt, they succeeded to dominate their match against Ghana to finish fourth.

Match Schedule and results

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012 :
- 1600 h : TUN v EGY 3-1 (25-23, 16-25, 29-27, 25-23)
- 1800 h : CMR v GHA 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 25-12)
Wednesday, January 18th, 2012:
- 1600 h : GHA v EGY 0-3 (21-25, 8-25, 17-25)
- 1800 h : ALG v CMR 2-3 (24-26, 25-19, 22-25, 27-25, 18-20)
Thursday, January 19th, 2012:
- 1600 h : EGY v ALG 3-0 (25-21, 25-19, 26-24)
- 1800 h : TUN v GHA 3-0 (25-22, 25-13, 25-21)
Friday, January 20th, 2012 :
- 1600 h : TUN v ALG 3-0 (25-17, 25-16, 25-21
- 1800 h : EGY v CMR 3-2 (27-25, 23-25, 23-25, 25-20, 15-7)
Saturday, January 21st, 2012 :
- 1400 h : ALG v GHA 3-0 (25-15, 25-19, 25-18)
- 1800 h : TUN v CMR 3-1 (21-25, 25-20, 25-23, 25-21)

This is the programme for the qualification tournament in Sofia, 8 - 13 May:
(I'm giving it in Greenwich time )

8 May

12:30 h Germany - Slovakia

15:30 h Finland - Italy

18:45 h Bulgaria - Slovenia

9 May

12:30 h Finland - Germany

15:30 h Slovenia - Spain

18:45 h Bulgaria - Serbia

10 May

12:30 h Slovakia - Finland

15:30 h Spain - Serbia

18:45 h Italy - Germany

11 May

12:30 h Slovenia - Serbia

15:30 h Slovakia - Italy

18:45 h Bulgaria - Spain

12 May

15:30 h Semifinal №1: winner А - second Б

18:45 h Semifinal №2: winner Б - second А

13 May

18:45 h Final

According to NORCECA's calendar, the continental olympic qualification tournament is going to take place somewhere in California, USA. Any idea which city?.

Quoted from "J-STAR"

According to NORCECA's calendar, the continental olympic qualification tournament is going to take place somewhere in California, USA. Any idea which city?.

Long Beach.

Long Beach, USA, February 27, 2012 – Long Beach, California will be the setting for the NORCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament from May 7 to 12, marking the first time a NORCECA Olympic qualifier has been held in USA.

The winner of the eight-team event will earn a spot at the London 2012 Olympic Games later this year and the hosts will be looking to use their home advantage against teams from Cuba, Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico, Trinidad & Tobago, Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic.

“USA Volleyball is extremely proud and excited to be hosting the 2012 NORCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament and we intend to put on a first-rate event, both for the competing teams and the fans who attend the matches,” USA Volleyball chief executive officer Doug Beal said. “We will be looking for support from the US volleyball community not only for fan attendance, but also for volunteers and fund raising. This is one of the most significant events ever played in the United States, and it is a great opportunity to support our men’s team in its quest to qualify for London and defend its Olympic title from Beijing.”

“We are pleased to be hosting the NORCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualifier and look forward to competing against the other teams from our zone in front of our friends, family and fans,” USA coach Alan Knipe added. “We are looking forward to a great competition.”

http://www.fivb.org/en/olympics/london20…640&Language=en

The tickets for the European Olympic qualification in Sofia will be available from Friday, 23 March in Arena Armeec and in the Eventim chain of stores!

Source:
http://sportvox.net/?p=148604

Quoted from "triglav_kran"

The tickets for the European Olympic qualification in Sofia will be available from Friday, 23 March in Arena Armeec and in the Eventim chain of stores!

Source:
http://sportvox.net/?p=148604

tickets are on sale as of today

you can purchase your tickets online here:
http://www.eventim.bg/en/tickets/europea…4519/event.html?

this makes things clear
http://www.fivb.org/viewPressRelease.asp…707&Language=en

Assuming Argentina will win the CSV Qualifier and one of Cuba or USA will win the NORCECA tournament, the groups are:

Group 1
Japan
Venezuela
CEV 1 (Serbia or Bulgaria)
Puerto Rico
Iran
China
South Korea
Australia

Group 2
Germany
India
CEV2 (Bulgaria or France)
Egypt

Group 3
Italy
Pakistan
CEV3 (France or Czech Republic)
USA or Cuba

What if Italy or Germany is qualified through EQT?

Quoted from "Martee"

What if Italy or Germany is qualified through EQT?

My guess is that the tournament will still be held in Italy or Germany, but Serbia would replace them as the "host team".

So among Italy, Cuba & USA.... one of them won't make it to the olympics?

Quoted from "LDvolley"

So among Italy, Cuba & USA.... one of them won't make it to the olympics?

Oh, so if Italy won't win EQT, it will be like you wrote.

Do you know if there will be any broadcast on TV ?

Quoted from "volleystella"

Do you know if there will be any broadcast on TV ?

I mean this tournament between the 8th and 13th of May.

Quoted from "volleystella"

Quoted from "volleystella"

Do you know if there will be any broadcast on TV ?

I mean this tournament between the 8th and 13th of May.

Polsat Sport will show it.

BNT 1, BNT World

laola 1 will broadcast ALL matches from the European OQ

Quoted from "nadejda"

laola 1 will broadcast ALL matches from the European OQ

BIG RESPECT FOR Laola