Atticgo Handball Elche prepares to close 2023 with a Friday evening clash at 20:30, facing Conservas Orbe Rubensa BM Porriño at the Esperanza Lag mansion. It marks the final Iberdrola Fighters League game of the year and sets the stage for a strong finish before the holiday break.
Joaquín Rocamora, head coach of Atticgo Elche, highlighted Porriño as the ideal opponent for this moment in the season. After the World Cup, Porriño has navigated two tough matches with clarity and confidence, showing resilience. Rocamora also praised the coaching staff for shaping a playing model that allows every player to feel comfortable and trusted. He reminded that each opponent adapts to what it does best, which can make Porriño particularly dangerous when given space and rhythm. [Source: Elche Handball Club]
key to the match
The focal point will be tempo control. Atticgo Elche aims to push transitional play while also maintaining structured phases that allow for frequent free kicks and controlled contact without rushing. Porriño, meanwhile, is a patient team that loses few possessions, poses problems in the center, and can surge at the seven meters line when opportunities arise.
This Friday serves as the year’s final outing for the club. While every home game carries the desire to win, there is added significance in playing again on December 29, a holiday, with the chance to seal 2023 on a high note. The club’s leadership sees this as a milestone, both athletically and organizationally, reinforcing a sense of unity and direction for the city, the base, and the school networks. [Source: Elche Handball Club]
Balance 2023
Rocamora reflects that 2023 stands out as possibly the best calendar year in the club’s history. While titles remained elusive, the team reached a league final and an European semi-final. More importantly, the club built a clear brand identity under the umbrella Atticgo and Balonmano Elche, expanding from about 200 spectators to near 800 on match days. This growth came with stronger synergy across the city, the training base, and school programs, turning Atticgo into a recognized name in the handball community. The year’s achievements extend beyond sport, signaling a broader positive impact on the club’s structure and influence. [Source: Elche Handball Club]
Solidarity
The coach also noted that the upcoming game doubles as a solidarity event. Fans are invited to bring non-perishable foods and essential hygiene items to support those in need through NGO Conciénciate. This effort aligns with a broader mission to give back to the community and strengthen the club’s social commitments. [Source: Elche Handball Club]
Show of solidarity from Elche Handball Club
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Two shirts and two balls will be raffled among contributors, with all items signed by members of the senior women’s team in the Iberdrola Guerreras League. The fundraiser highlights the club’s ongoing dedication to both sport and community service. [Source: Elche Handball Club]