Manama, Bahrain, August 4, 2024 – Korea took fifth place overall as they wrapped up their campaign in the 15th Asian Men’s U18 Volleyball Championship at Isa Sport City Hall C on Sunday.
The Koreans defeated Thailand 3-1 (25-22, 23-25, 25-21, 25-17) to take their place in the final classification.
Although they did not secure a spot in the top four and a direct ticket to the U19 World Championship next year, the Koreans went all out for important world ranking points.
Shin Pyeonggang and Im Sehoon were in impressive form. Pyeonggang had 27 points as their leading scorer while Sehoon added 23.
Sorasak Phunsanong was the Thailand’s most productive player with 20 points, while Kongkraphan Nimlamun and Krittin Damji had 11 apiece.
The Koreans finished outside of the top four for the first time since the 2014 tournament, while the Thais took sixth place for the fourth time in the championship’s history.
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