The Players
MVP of the Week
Team USA
In a neck-and-neck first-ever World Challenge, Team USA received solid performances across the board to make its victory over Brazil a true team effort.
Men's Spotlight
Already known as one of the best players in the world, if not the best, Phil Dalhausser came through when it mattered most for Team USA with eye-popping totals of seven aces and eight blocks in the decisive men's gold medal match.
Women's Spotlight
April Ross led all women at the World Challenge with 14 aces and 14 blocks as Jen Kessy posted a .509 hitting percentage to help the World Champions win bronze in Glendale.