Recap

In a thrilling U20 Women’s water polo match held at Zürich HB / Leimbach on the evening of 23rd March 2024, SC Winterthur faced off against SV Basel / WK Thun. From the outset, it was evident that the away team came prepared to dominate the game, as they went on to secure a decisive victory with a final score of 3-22.

The match kicked off at 19:45 under the watchful eye of referee Jasper Järvinen. The first quarter set the tone for the rest of the game, with WSV Basel / WK Thun swiftly taking the lead with a score of 1-9. The home team, SC Winterthur, struggled to keep up with their opponents throughout the subsequent quarters, managing to score only one goal in each of the following quarters, while WSV Basel / WK Thun continued to extend their lead, ultimately emerging victorious with a substantial margin.

Key players from WSV Basel / WK Thun, including Alina Gehrig, Emily Van den berg, and Hannah Otenyi, showcased their exceptional skills by netting multiple goals each. SC Winterthur’s Lena Thalmann and Nina Riess fought valiantly, scoring crucial goals for their team, but were ultimately unable to match the relentless offense displayed by the visiting team.

Throughout the game, both teams had their fair share of penalty shots and extra man situations, with WSV Basel / WK Thun displaying impressive accuracy in converting these opportunities into goals. Despite SC Winterthur’s efforts to rally in the later quarters, WSV Basel / WK Thun maintained their composure and secured the win convincingly.

The match concluded with a final score of 3-22 in favor of WSV Basel / WK Thun, showcasing their dominance and skill in the pool. As the U20 Women’s league continues, both teams will surely take away valuable lessons from this match as they strive for further success in the season.

Official Match Report