USA Cadet Women’s Victory Over Argentina in PanAm Aquatics Championships
Medellin, Colombia – On May 23, the USA Cadet Women’s Water Polo team showcased an impressive performance, defeating Argentina with a decisive score of 29-4 during the 2025 PanAm Aquatics Water Polo Championships. Campbell Pence received the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, having scored three goals, provided four assists, and earned three exclusions.
Match Summary
The matchup began with Team USA establishing a commanding lead from the start. Early contributions from Kennedy Fahey, Caroline Daniel, Madison Mack, and Kiernan Hogan propelled the Americans to a 4-1 lead by the end of the first quarter. Argentina’s Sofia Katz managed to secure a lone goal in response.
In the second period, Team USA intensified their offensive efforts, scoring an impressive eleven goals to solidify their advantage. Notable contributions included two goals from Eden Coughran and three goals each from Pence and Emilia Haast. Argentina was only able to respond with one more goal from Bianca Maria Perasso, leaving the halftime score at a staggering 15-2.
Continued Dominance
The third quarter saw the United States maintain their dominance, executing a flawless performance by scoring eight unanswered goals, courtesy of Diaconu, Horton, Hogan, and Daniel, among others. The score escalated to 23-2 as the clock wound down.
In the final quarter, Argentina managed to score two goals by Pilar Enrique and Candela Arce. However, Team USA added six more goals to conclude the game, finishing with an overwhelming 29-4 victory.
Statistical Highlights
- Power Plays: USA 6/8, Argentina 2/4
- Penumties: USA 5/5, Argentina 2/3
Player Highlights
Scoring Breakdown:
- USA: C. Daniel 4, K. Hogan 3, K. Fahey 3, C. Pence 3, E. Haast 3, A. Ting 2, M. Mack 2, J. Horton 2, E. Coughran 2, P. Segesman 2, T. Diaconu 2, G. Jacob 1
- Argentina: C. Arce 1, P. Enrique 1, B. Maria Perasso 1, S. Katz 1
Goalkeeping Stats:
- USA: S. Killingsworth recorded 5 saves, while G. Adams had 4 saves.
- Argentina: E. Giusto and F. Escola each had 1 save.
Looking Ahead
Team USA is set to continue their campaign in the championships, facing the host team of Colombia on May 24 at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT.
