Recap
In an intense water polo match held at Lugano/Trevano HB, the home team WBK SM Zürich U15 faced off against Aquastar U15 in the 2023-2024 U15 league on the 9th of June, 2024. The game started promptly at 10:11 with referees Rafal Wocik and Dean Suazo overseeing the match.
From the first whistle, both teams exhibited strong determination and skill, resulting in a closely contested game. The first quarter saw Aquastar take a slight lead over WBK SM Zürich with a score of 3-2.
Aquastar continued their momentum into the second quarter, increasing their lead to 5-3 by halftime. Both teams displayed impressive defensive prowess, with penalty shots and exclusion fouls adding a layer of intensity to the game.
As the match progressed into the third quarter, Aquastar maintained their lead, capitalizing on extra man situations to extend their advantage to 8-5. WBK SM Zürich fought back with determination, but Aquastar’s solid performance kept them in the lead.
In the final quarter, WBK SM Zürich made a valiant effort to bridge the gap, scoring crucial goals to bring the score to 8-7. However, Aquastar’s resilience shone through as they secured the victory with a final score of 10-7. Despite their efforts, WBK SM Zürich fell short in the closing moments of the match.
Key players from Aquastar such as Leonidas Antoniou and Ben Kleibrink made significant contributions to their team’s success, while WBK SM Zürich’s Mats Nothelfer and Giorgio Ciani romera displayed skillful plays throughout the game.
Ultimately, Aquastar’s efficiency in converting penalty shots and extra man situations proved to be decisive in their victory over WBK SM Zürich. The match showcased the competitiveness and talent of both teams, making it an exciting spectacle for all water polo enthusiasts in attendance.
Official Match Report