Atticgo Elche delivers a stunning performance to seize the series lead against Bera Bera, 28 to 27.
The scene was set with mutual respect as two elite teams faced off on the court. The initial goal did not arrive until the third minute, with Aaila standing tall in goal for Elche while Andreu guided his squad to sharp scoring opportunities.
Then came a spell of dominance from Atticgo Elche. A rapid 1-9 run flipped the momentum, turning a 6-11 deficit at the 21st minute into a confident halftime lead for the home side. Morales anchored the defense with several crucial saves, climbing to ten saves before the break. Meanwhile Van Zijl found her rhythm, firing eight successful shots from the left to stretch the advantage.
As the second half began, Bera Bera pushed back, but Elche held firm. The green and whites pressed aggressively, limiting their rival to a handful of scoring chances after the early pressure. Karsten managed a seven-yard strike during a pivotal stretch, but Elche responded with resilience. The game remained tight as the clock wound down, and the intensity never waned.
With both teams trading goals, Bera Bera attempted to clear the horizon and create opportunities, yet the defensive unit in Elche persisted. The match ended with Elche holding a slender edge and celebrating a hard earned victory in a contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats throughout the night.
23 saves by Morales emphasize Elche’s defensive strength
The second half opened with Morales continuing to showcase remarkable reflexes, recording additional saves as Elche built and maintained a steady lead. The defense, anchored by the disciplined strategy of Bernabé and Delgado, kept the Basque attackers at bay, preventing a comeback when it mattered most. Morales pushed his save percentage over the halfway mark and remained a constant threat to the Bera Bera attack.
Moments of tension gave way to control as Elche slowly stretched its advantage. Joaquin Rocamora contributed with timely rebounds and decisive blocks, helping the team maintain momentum at critical moments of the game.
AtticGo Elche: youth, competitiveness and empowerment
Elche continued to demonstrate depth and energy through a balanced rotation. Morales finished the night with 23 saves, while So Delgado contributed late to seal the win. The back line and center court players combined to create seamless transitions, setting up a dynamic offense that overwhelmed the rival at key junctures. The team displayed a fearless collective effort, with Nicole, Tessa, and Danila among the standout performers alongside Nuria. The victory signaled a bold statement from the squad as they push toward the league horizon, aiming to challenge the top teams and demonstrate a growing identity on the court.
match recap
Super Amara Bera Bera: Aalla, Da Silva, Arrojería, Fernandes, Louis, Menéndez, Boada, Hernández, Cavo, Echeverría, Karsten, Loidi, Arcos, Erauskin, Gavilan, Polonio. Atticgo CBM Elche: Morales, Rodrigues, Zhukova, Van Zijl, Oppedal, Guilabert, Méndez, Andreu, So Delgado, Gascó, Flores, Benítez, Wolfs, Bernabé, Make Nascimento, More.
Scoring progression by minutes showed a tight pattern with small advantages shifting between teams as the final minutes approached. The officiating crew, Alberto Murillo and Yon Bustamante, supervised a clean game, with key calls affecting only a handful of players from each side. The venue, Mayor José Antonio Gasca, echoed with the roar of a devoted crowd who witnessed a memorable display of grit and teamwork.