This Sunday at noon, EÓN Horneo Alicante secured their second win of the season by defeating TRASMAPI UD Ibiza HC Eivissa 29-23 at Hermano Felicísimo Ruiz. From the opening whistle, Fernando Latorre’s squad looked cohesive and sharp, showcasing a performance that reinforced their early-season momentum. The victory strengthens their position as they prepare to defend the home court once again. (Source: team report)
EON Horneo Alicante aims to maintain the winning run at home
Ten minutes into the match, EON held a five-goal lead. Their shot selection clicked, and the ball found the net with consistency. Between flashes of precise finishing and solid acceleration in attack, the team appeared determined and focused. The combination of a clinical finishing line and an impressive period of defensive stability kept Ibiza Under relentless pressure, allowing Alicante to dictate the tempo through the first half.
A standout performance from a Huesca origin
Amid the broader success in front of the goal, one name dominated the narrative: Jorge Broto. The Huesca-born goalkeeper produced an outstanding display, stopping every Ibizan threat that reached his area. With a compact and disciplined defense, Fernando Latorre’s pupils limited their opponents to a minimal scoring window during the first thirty minutes. The dominant work culminated in a commanding 16-7 lead at the break. (Source: team report)
When play resumed, TRASMAPI pulled the gap to seven early in the second period, signaling a potential shift. Ibiza pressed harder, creating more opportunities, yet EON remained composed and continued applying pressure. Even as their pace steadied, Alicante maintained a resilient effectiveness that kept them in control of the match. (Source: game summary)
In the final stretch, a few defensive and attacking errors by Ibiza briefly allowed them to trim the margin, but the gap quickly widened again. With five minutes left, the hosts had established a five-goal cushion and did not concede the lead, sealing the 29-23 result. (Source: match report)
Looking ahead, EÓN Horneo Alicante travel to the Balearic Islands for a league clash against Handbol Mallorca, recently promoted after a tough weekend that saw them fall to ID Energy Caserío by 29-32. Earlier in the week, the team also faces a cup test: the first round of the Copa del Rey will be staged at home against TROPS Malaga. This Wednesday fixture is included in the season ticket package. (Source: club announcements)
MATCH COMMITTEE
EON BAKING ALICANTE: Jorge Broto, David Jiménez, Santiago Camira (1), Martín Doldán, Karlos Rubio (6), Bruno Ugrin (2), Gabriel Navarro (2), Jero Cartagena (1), Julen Urruzola (5), Xabier Barreto (5), Alberto González (4), Didac Talens (2), Matheus de Novais (5). Guillermo Fischer, Nacho Salgado (1), Marco Krimer.
TRASMAPI UD IBIZA HC EIVISSA: Nikola Jeremic (3), Eduardo Alonso, Vicente Sancho (3), Samuel Pereiro, Roberto Domenech (2), Alex Malid (3), Marc Torres, Diego Prada (5), Javier Rodríguez (5), Njegos Dukic (1), Ángel Rodríguez, Anderson Caycedo (1), Joan Benitez, Exequiel Soria. (Source: team roster)