Recap
In a thrilling water polo match held at the Vaudoise Arena in the 2023-2024 National League Women, Lausanne Aquatique Women faced off against SC Frosch Aegeri / SC Zug Wom. The game, officiated by Marc Brugarolas, turned out to be a closely contested affair with both teams showcasing their skills in the water.
From the beginning, SC Frosch Aegeri / SC Zug established their dominance as they surged to a 6-3 lead in the first quarter. Sophia Hug and Amelie Mettinger were instrumental in getting their team off to a strong start, while Lausanne’s Pauline Monod and Diana Carballo chanfon tried to keep their team in the game.
As the match progressed, Lausanne made a comeback in the second quarter, outscoring their opponents 3-2. Fiona Jenkinson and Carla Stecher led the charge for Lausanne with crucial goals, but SC Frosch Aegeri / SC Zug managed to maintain their lead heading into halftime.
The third quarter saw both teams trading blows, with SC Frosch Aegeri / SC Zug maintaining their advantage despite Diana Carballo chanfon’s efforts to reduce the deficit for Lausanne. The quarter ended with SC Frosch Aegeri / SC Zug ahead 10-8.
In a tense final quarter, Nadia Schildknecht’s goal extended SC Frosch Aegeri / SC Zug’s lead, but Lausanne fought back with goals from Nadine Besse and Fiona Jenkinson. However, SC Frosch Aegeri / SC Zug held on to secure a narrow 13-11 victory.
Overall, it was a hard-fought match that showcased the talent and determination of both teams. SC Frosch Aegeri / SC Zug’s efficient play during extra man situations proved crucial in securing the win, while Lausanne will look to regroup and come back stronger in their next outing in the league.
Official Match Report