After Cup Exit: Volleys Win Derby at Netzhoppers

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2025 December 20 . 2:34 AM

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After Cup Exit: Volleys Win Derby at Netzhoppers - After Cup Exit: Volleys Win Derby at Netzhoppers

BR Volleys secured their eighth straight Bundesliga win with a 3–1 victory over Energiequelle Netzhoppers KW. The match, held at Potsdam’s MBS Arena, drew around 1,500 fans eager to see the local derby. The result keeps BR Volleys close to the league’s top position while the Netzhoppers stay firmly in the playoff hunt.

The home side began with a commanding 10–1 lead, powered by Nolan Flexen’s dominant early play. Their momentum carried them to a 25–12 first-set win. However, complacency crept in during the second set, allowing the Netzhoppers to claw back and take it 25–23.

Moritz Reichert stepped up in the third set, delivering key plays that helped BR Volleys regain control with a 25–21 victory. The team maintained their focus in the fourth, sealing the match 25–16. Captain Ruben Schott led by example, ensuring the squad bounced back from their recent cup exit with a strong performance. The win extends BR Volleys’ unbeaten run in the league to eight matches. Their consistency keeps the pressure on the teams above them in the standings.

The 3–1 result reinforces BR Volleys’ title ambitions and cements their place near the top of the table. For the Netzhoppers, the loss does little to harm their playoff chances, but they will need to address their inconsistency. Both teams now turn their attention to their next fixtures in the coming weeks.