DHB Cup: Solingen Disappointed as Handball Match Relocated
The German Handball Federation (DHB) Cup round-of-16 match between Bergischer HC and TSV Hannover-Burgdorf has been relocated from its original venue in Solingen. The decision has been met with disappointment by local officials, who had made extensive preparations for the event at the children's place. The match was initially scheduled to take place at Solingen's Klingenhalle on November 5. However, the venue has now changed, much to the regret of Kirsten Olsen-Buchkremer, managing director of Solinger Bädergesellschaft mbH. She described the relocation as a setback for Solingen's status as a handball hub. Extensive preparations for the match had been undertaken in Solingen. Spectator stands were constructed, security coordination was put in place, and staff were organized. Unfortunately, these efforts will now go to waste. Additionally, school sports activities and club training sessions had been canceled in anticipation of the match, causing disruption to local schedules. The relocation of the match has caused disappointment and inconvenience in Solingen. Local officials had made significant preparations for the event, which will now not take place as planned. The impact of the change on the city's handball scene remains to be seen.
