The third match of the tournament followed a familiar script: a start “with the handbrake on” that tested our patience and our pulse again. But, as they have accustomed us to, our girls showed that it doesn’t matter how you start, but how you finish.
The turning point (set 1): we started badly, chasing the score for almost the whole set. But at the critical score of 21-14, something “clicked”. Instead of cracking under pressure, the team pulled together and fought for every ball, snatching the first set with a spectacular 26-24. That was the moment the match was decided morally. 😤🔥
The hurricane of sets 2 and 3: once the ice was broken, there was only one team on court. Set two was a show of strength, won at 15, and in the last set we cruised, closing it at 13. One of the last balls was won by the Melania – Dania pair, who showed they can be very good options and that the future sounds good.
A dream finish for our youngest, Adela: 🌟 the most emotional moment came at the end. Adela, the youngest in the squad, came on court with all the freshness and enthusiasm of her age. And not just any way! She put the seal on the win with the last ball of the match. After 5 spikes hit with all her heart, with a determination that brought the gym to its feet, Adela closed the match and started the celebration! 🇷🇴🙌 We are qualified for Semi-final Tournament 2, and tomorrow we decide our position, which can only be first!
