Recap
In a thrilling water polo match held at Genève HB / Pâquis, the home team, Genève Natation 1885 U17, faced off against SC St. Gallen U17 in the 2023-2024 U17 league battle on the 23rd of March, 2024. With referee Kresimir Butic overseeing the highly contested game, both teams displayed exceptional skills and determination.
From the first quarter, it was clear that SC St. Gallen U17 came prepared, taking an early lead with a score of 3-1 against Genève Natation 1885 U17. Despite their best efforts, Genève Natation 1885 U17 struggled to catch up as the away team continued to dominate, ending the second quarter with a score of 5-2.
The third quarter saw SC St. Gallen U17 further extending their lead with a score of 9-3, putting immense pressure on Genève Natation 1885 U17. However, the home team rallied in the final quarter, showcasing incredible resilience and determination. With a remarkable performance, Genève Natation 1885 U17 managed to score 6 goals, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the lead established by SC St. Gallen U17, who ultimately emerged victorious with a final score of 13-9.
Individual standout performances included Gian Kluser and Cédric Lüthi from SC St. Gallen U17, who showcased their scoring prowess throughout the game. On the other end, players like Tiago Lopes barreto and Viola Camplani from Genève Natation 1885 U17 made notable contributions to their team’s efforts.
Despite the loss, Genève Natation 1885 U17 showed great determination and fighting spirit till the very end. Both teams displayed exceptional sportsmanship and skills, making the match an exciting spectacle for the fans in attendance. Looking ahead, both teams will undoubtedly use this game as a learning experience to further improve and excel in future matches in the U17 league.
Official Match Report