Ryan Doherty, United States – “John was tremendous on defense. He made a lot of digs, which makes things a lot easier. He’s like Benjamin Button—he’s the guy who keeps getting younger.”
John Hyden, United States – “We came out and played well. I am really happy with where we are at. This could be my last world championships, so this is special.”
Mariusz Prudel, Poland – “It was really hot. We stared playing well then made mistakes, and they didn’t make any mistakes.”
Kacper Kujawiak, Poland – “I was too nervous on the court and made too many mistakes. Maybe it was the stress. I was tired and I should be. I think that was the nerves too. Sometimes you lose, then you stand up again. That’s volleyball. We will compete again.”