The Belize Volleyball Association remains in limbo as it awaits a response from the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) and other governing bodies regarding a formal complaint filed against Head Referee Tatiana Villalobos. The controversy stems from the men’s bronze medal match at the Central American Games, where Villalobos, a Costa Rican official, awarded a decisive point to Panama in the fifth set despite clear evidence that the ball had gone out of bounds. Her decision, coupled with her dismissive attitude toward objections from Belizean players and her own side judge, sparked emotional outbursts and ultimately handed Panama the victory. Allan Sharp, President of the Belize Volleyball Association, has expressed profound frustration, labeling the incident as a grave injustice to both Team Belize and the integrity of volleyball. Sharp has called for a thorough investigation and disciplinary action against Villalobos, emphasizing that such errors undermine the sport’s credibility. He highlighted the momentum Belize had built during the match, describing it as a thrilling contest until the referee’s controversial calls altered the outcome. The Belize Volleyball Association has formally requested the FIVB to review the incident and ensure accountability to prevent similar occurrences in the future.