Canadian women fall 3-2 to Belgium in Volleyball Nations League

By Canadian Press on June 22, 2025.

ISTANBUL — Canada’s women’s volleyball team fell 3-2 (22-25, 25-13, 21-25, 25-22, 18-16) to Belgium in Volleyball Nations League action on Sunday.

The Canadians were ahead 2-1 before Belgium stormed back to win the final two sets.

Hilary Johnson led Canada with 21 points, including five blocks.

VNL rookie Anna Smrek followed with 19 points, with four blocks and two aces.

Canada earned more points from blocks (17-10) and aces (6-5). However, Belgium held the advantage in attack points (70-57) and surrendered fewer points to errors (21-26).

It was Belgium’s second straight win, climbing to 13th in the VNL standings at 3-5. Canada (2-6), meanwhile, is 15th.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 22, 2025.

The Canadian Press

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