EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Purple Aces assistant volleyball coach Jose Reyes has assumed an important position for the summer as he is currently working as the team manager and statistician for his native Puerto Rico at the 2016 FIVB World League.
 
One of the most prestigious tournaments in the world, Reyes is working for Puerto Rico in the 27^th edition of the event.  His squad began the tournament in group 3 last week and played in a pod that also consisted of Kazakhstan, Greece and Chinese Taipei.  They currently stand at 1-2 as they defeated Kazakhstan in the first round of action.
 
Week two action sees the team remain in Greece in a pool that features Slovenia, Greece and Qatar. 

The 27^th FIVB World League is the largest in its history with 36 teams participating.  Action began on June 17 with the Intercontinental Round and culminates on July 17 with the World League Finals.
 
Reyes assumes a number of duties with the team including team operations, data and video analysis, and scouting reports.
 

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