The German Women’s Bundesliga continued with four matches in its third round today.
One of the day’s spotlight matches saw two undefeated teams face off at the SCHARRena, which was bustling with enthusiasm from 2,123 spectators. Allianz MTV Stuttgart delivered a commanding performance, defeating Rote Raben Vilsbiburg in straight sets 3-0 (25-23, 25-15, 25-15). The standout player for Stuttgart, Jolien Knollema, impressed with 15 points, including a 48% attack success rate and 2 block points. Cristal Rivers also shined, contributing 12 points, which included a commendable 43% in attacks and 2 aces. On the Rote Raben side, Anna Spanou led with 12 points, while Elaine Vazquez Rivera pitched in with 10.
With this stellar win, Stuttgart ascends to the second spot in the league standings, trailing just a point behind the frontrunner, Schwerin.
In other matches of the day:
- Aachen faced defeat at the hands of Wiesbaden in three sets.
- Suhl emerged victorious against Neuwied, clinching the win in just three sets.
- Dresden secured a win in Munster with a straight-set victory.
Bundesliga – Round 3 Results:
- Schwerin vs. Potsdam: 3-0 (25-21, 25-19, 25-22)
- Aachen vs. Wiesbaden: 0-3 (24-26, 21-25, 23-25)
- Neuwied vs. Suhl: 0-3 (21-25, 32-34, 13-25)
- Stuttgart vs. Vilsbiburg: 3-0 (25-23, 25-15, 25-16)
- Munster vs. Dresden: 0-3 (18-25, 18-25, 18-25)