Volleyball Nations League (VNL) balls are shown as Canada competes with Germany in Ottawa, on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
By The Canadian Press

Canada loses to Turkey in VNL women’s quarterfinals, finishes tournament in sixth

Jul 23, 2026 | 9:43 AM

MACAO — Canada’s run at the 2026 Volleyball Nations League ended Thursday with a 3-1 quarterfinal loss to Turkey.

Set scores were 22-25, 25-21, 25-21 and 25-17.

Canada led in attack points but fell behind Turkey in blocks, aces, and points from opponent errors.

Kiera Van Ryk of Surrey, B.C., and Turkey’s Melissa Vargas each had a game-high 27 points.

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Canada finished sixth overall in the tournament after advancing to the VNL Finals for the first time.

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Turkey won the 2023 VNL and reached the 2024 Olympic semifinals.

Canada now shifts focus to the NORCECA Women’s Volleyball Championship Aug. 21-29 in the Dominican Republic, where Olympic qualification is at stake.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 23, 2026.

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