The HE Atticgo Elche team has returned to action with a clear message: progress and momentum are building. In a decisive battle against Rocasa Gran Canaria held in Telde last Saturday, the Elche squad seized a historic milestone with a 23-25 win. This marked the club’s first-ever string of three consecutive league wins at the top level of Spanish women’s handball, signaling a strong start to the campaign and setting a confident tone for what lies ahead.
AtticGo Elche breaks the curse in the Canary Islands and continues on its way with plenty of victories
The match took place at the Island Pavilion Antonio Moreno, a venue that echoed with determined play. The victory followed an impressive run from the opening rounds, where Elche had already defeated Costa del Sol Málaga 33-26 on the first weekend and earned a solid result against Canned Orbe Rubensa BM Porriño with a 23-32 showing on the field in the second round. These back-to-back performances cemented Elche’s standing near the top of the table, highlighting the Franjiverdes as a formidable force in the early stage of the season and placing them among the leaders alongside Aula Valladolid.
In a broader sense, the early results paint a picture of a team that has embraced a quick, cohesive style of play. The opening trio of wins has built confidence and demonstrated the squad’s capacity to execute game plans with discipline, speed, and relentless defense. The collective effort behind these outcomes is a testament to the work invested in training, strategy, and the daily commitment of every player. The season’s start signals not just a sequence of victories but a statement of intent from a squad determined to compete for top honors and to establish a durable presence in the elite division.
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The club’s historical reflection highlights the period when Elche struck the strongest notes in the league, including a peak that traces back to the era of the elite competition in the late 1990s and early 2000s. During those years, Elche’s teams built a reputation for resilience and scoring efficiency, beginning the season with two wins before facing a series of tougher tests that shaped the club’s competitive identity. The historical arc shows how Elche has continually elevated its level, learning from each campaign, and applying those lessons to the present challenge. The record includes memorable clashes with strong rivals, some rounds of productive offense, and moments of tight defense that defined the club’s character in those formative times. These past campaigns provide a backdrop for the current ascent, illustrating a tradition of perseverance and steady improvement that supporters recognize and celebrate. In recent seasons, Elche’s presence in the league has reaffirmed its role as a perennial contender and a source of pride for the club’s fans and the regional handball community.
Initial Situation
The strongest opening run in this national women’s handball division by CBM Elche occurred during the 1998/1999 season when the squad achieved a six-match winning streak. That year, the team, then called UN Elche Industrial Park, began with victories over CBM Puerto del Carmen, BM Puertollano Industrial, Automoc Turbo Sur BM Solucar, BM Picanya, Famadesa Costa del Sol Málaga, and BM Torrent. A draw against an opponent in the eighth round and a later stretch of success over a few seasons cemented a legacy of competitive persistence. In a later era, similar sequences of victories and select defeats continued to illustrate the team’s ongoing pursuit of balance and growth. These historical benchmarks help contextualize the current campaign, offering a sense of continuity and ambition that fans and analysts alike track as the team advances through the season.
Atticgo Elche will play their first match in the European Cup in Bulgaria
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European competition begins
Elche will carry forward its positive momentum into the European Cup qualifiers. There will be no Guerreras-Iberdrola League match next weekend as Joaquín Rocamora’s team prepares for a Contender Round series against HC Byala from Bulgaria. The two-legged tie is scheduled to unfold at the Esperanza Lag pavilion, with the first match on Friday, September 22 at 20:00 and the return leg on Sunday, September 24 at 11:30. Supporters and analysts alike will watch closely to see how the squad translates domestic success into success on the continental stage, facing a well-organized opponent on neutral turf and aiming to extend the club’s prestige in European competition.
In the broader context, the club’s ascent continues to spark interest across regional and national circles. The team’s leadership, the coaching staff, and the players themselves will be measured by how they perform in upcoming fixtures, including the European Cup clash and subsequent league fixtures. The season’s early momentum creates higher expectations and a platform for sustained excellence, with fans eager to witness continued growth and competitive depth as the campaign unfolds.