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Förlust i Final 2
19 apr 2017
After losing 3-2 in Linköping this past Monday, FVBK hoped for revenge in tonight’s second match of the finals series. With the first match being so close and the home crowd behind them, there was a good chance for FVBK to play at their highest level and combat Linköping’s experience and attacking weapons. However, it was Linköping’s heavy hitters and savvy play that won the night 1-3. They now lead the series 2-0, but Falkenberg still has a chance to upset the series on Saturday, something they have been known to do several times this season.
FVBK 1 - 3 LVC (25-17, 15-25, 20-25, 20-25)
A looming question was whether or not Silva, one of FVBK’s big offensive scorers, would be able to play tonight after injuring his foot in the previous match. Coach PA decided to change the starting lineup with Madison Hayden on the left side and Johan Gruvaeus on the right side. In the first set, FVBK came out on fire and it seemed the change in lineup had no effect on their ability to compete. Fayez Alloush delivered a great serve series in the middle of the set that propelled FVBK into the lead. Falkenberg was able to hold control of the set in large part due to Pedro Mendes’ unbelievable five blocks in the set. It was a great start for FVBK taking the first set 25-17.
Nevertheless, in the next three sets LVC showed their experience, and began to play with much more aggression in their attacking and serving. Falkenberg seemed to stress, and began to make errors and struggled to get their own offense fired up again. There were many long rallies, but LVC always seemed to find someone able to put the ball away. Erik Sundberg had 21 kills with only 8 errors for the match. They won the final three sets 15-25, 20-25, and 20-25.
The third match in the final series will be played this Saturday in Linköping where FVBK will have another chance to continue chasing the coveted golden hat.
- LA
Next matches:
Final 3: LVC - FVBK, lördag 22 april 15:00, Linköping Sporthall
ev Final 4: FVBK - LVC, tisdag 25 april 19:00, Falkhallen
ev Final 5: LVC - FVBK, lördag 29 april 15:00, Linköping Sporthall