Recap

In an intense U17 Women’s water polo match held at Genève HB / Pâquis on March 3, 2024, the home team U17-RSR took on the visiting team SV Basel / WK Thun. The match, officiated by Branko Bjelanovic, showcased skillful performances and strategic gameplay from both sides.

The game kicked off at 16:02 with an early goal from Fiona Jenkinson of U17-RSR, quickly answered by Anouk Soder of WSV Basel / WK Thun, resulting in a 1-1 tie at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter saw Jana Stucki and Anouk Soder of the visiting team taking the lead, with U17-RSR’s Mélissa Duarte managing to narrow the gap to 2-3 before halftime.

The turning point of the match came in the third quarter as U17-RSR dominated the pool, scoring five unanswered goals. Juliette Grandchamp and Emma Schäfer led the charge, showcasing exceptional teamwork and offensive prowess. WSV Basel / WK Thun struggled to keep up, committing defensive fouls that U17-RSR expertly capitalized on. The third quarter ended with a commanding lead for U17-RSR at 7-3.

In the final quarter, U17-RSR continued their momentum with goals from Mélissa Duarte and Emma Schäfer, solidifying their lead. Despite Jana Stucki’s efforts for WSV Basel / WK Thun, U17-RSR maintained control and secured a 9-4 victory when the final buzzer sounded.

U17-RSR’s efficient penalty shot conversion rate of 100% and WSV Basel / WK Thun’s struggles in extra man situations highlighted the difference in performance between the two teams. Overall, U17-RSR’s strong teamwork, accurate shooting, and solid defense were key factors in their success on the day.

With this impressive win, U17-RSR demonstrated their prowess in the U17 Women’s league and will look to build on this momentum in future matchups.

Official Match Report