The bell rang this Wednesday as Elda Prestige advanced to the competition’s final stage with a display that left little doubt about their strength. The Queen’s Cup final stage will unfold in Donostia Arena, at the Illunbe bullring in San Sebastián, from May 10 to May 12, a moment that has fans from across the region buzzing with anticipation.
Elda Prestigio seeks victory against Rocasa Gran Canaria in the Copa de la Reina
Encouraged by a large home crowd and with free admission to the Elda City Sports Center and the Florentino Ibáñez Pavilion, the Eldenses produced a performance that surprised the title favorites Rocasa Gran Canaria. The team guided by coach José Miguel Cantos and with Vanesa Amorós instrumental in leadership on the court, delivered a complete game from start to finish, dominating the Canaries in every phase of play and finishing with a convincing 25-20 win.
Elda Prestigio opened the match with a sharp focus. The defense was compact, and the offense clicked with precision. They reached halftime with a solid 13-8 lead, setting the tone for the second half. Rocasa attempted to rally, but Elda’s discipline and intensity prevented any major swing in momentum, allowing the home side to maintain their advantage and close out the contest 25-20.
With this victory, the Eldense squad secured a place alongside Super Amara Bera Bera from San Sebastián as the organizer and champion of the previous Queen’s Cup edition. They earned direct entry to the event, joining KH-7 Granulators, the runners-up from last year, who also claimed a direct berth.
Additionally, the team seized the opportunity to advance to the final stage, having navigated the single-match round of 16. AtticGo Elche, Costa del Sol Malaga, Orbe Rubensa Porriño, Caja Countryside Valladolid, and Mecalia Atlético Guardés earned their spots on Tuesday through a series of decisive results in a single knockout format.
Second Stage Results (Round of 16):
Lobas Global Atac Oviedo-AtticGo Elche 17-33
Zuazo Barakaldo…Costa del Sol Malaga 19-33
Replasa Beti Onak-Corservas Orbe Rubensa Porriño 22-24
Motive.co Gijón La Calzada-Mecalia Atletico Guardés 27-29
CICAR Lanzarote-Caja Countryside Aula Valladolid 28-34
Elda Prestige-Rocasa Gran Canaria 25-20
By remaining undefeated at the start of 2024, Elda Prestige strengthened its position among the upper echelons of Spanish women’s handball. Their sole league match this season saw a decisive victory over Lobas Oviedo, signaling a strong push to stay in the top tier as the season progresses.
Elda Prestigio defeats Oviedo at home and widens the gap for the lower-ranked teams
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The latest win also confirmed their qualification for the Queen’s Cup final stage. The squad, built around the leadership of coach Cantos and captain Vanesa Amorós, is set to play again this Saturday. The match will take place in Valladolid against Caja Rural Aula, adding another checkpoint in a demanding league schedule. The team’s recent results suggest that things are aligning well for Elda Prestigio as they navigate a crucial stretch of the season.