Canada’s Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson advanced to the quarterfinals of the Montreal Elite beach volleyball pro tour event on Friday after defeating Brazil’s Thamela Coradello and Victoria Lopes with a score of 21-13, 21-18. The Toronto-based Olympic silver medallists now lead Pool A with a perfect 3-0 record.
Wilkerson emphasized the importance of clear pre-game strategies, effective communication, and adaptability during their match. She highlighted their trust in defense and side out plays, emphasizing the need to persevere and battle throughout the weekend.
On the other hand, Lea Monkhouse from Mississauga, Ont., and Marie-Alex Belanger from Saint-Alphonse-Rodriguez, Que., faced setbacks, losing two matches and dropping to a 0-3 record.
In the men’s category, Sam Schachter from Richmond Hill, Ont., and Jonny Pickett from Wiarton, Ont., suffered a defeat against Brazil’s Andre Loyola Stein and Renato Lima with a score of 21-13, 23-21. Despite the loss, the Canadian duo progressed to the playoffs with a 1-2 standing.
Meanwhile, Steve Abrams from Georgetown, Ont., and Cameron Chadwick from Barrie, Ont., faced a tough loss to Americans Taylor Crabb and Andy Benesh with a score of 21-23, 21-18, 15-12, leaving them at 0-3 in the tournament.
The competition will continue at Parc Jean-Drapeau until Sunday for all participants.
