Flensburg is losing Smits to Gummersbach's roster.
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VfL Gummersbach lands star player Kay Smits from SG Flensburg-Handewitt
Hop on board, handball fans! VfL Gummersbach has made a splashy move by snagging Dutch backcourt player Kay Smits, who's signing a contract until 2028. This won't be Smits' first dance with a German club - he's previously danced with Wilhelmshaven HV, SC Magdeburg, and Flensburg. That makes this his fourth German club, folks!
Gummersbach's coach, Gudjon Valur Sigurdsson, has a plan up his sleeve for Smits. With his history of dealing with heart muscle inflammation, Coach Gudjon wants to ease him back to prime condition. Kay is on board with the plan, eager for the fresh start and ready to create something extraordinary with the ambitious team.
Speaking of ambitions, VfL's managing director, Christoph Schindler, expressed his excitement about Smits joining their ranks. With a track record of success in the Bundesliga and international play, Smits is a world-class player ready to put on their VfL jersey.
Now, you might be wondering about Smits' recent achievements. Well, in 2023, he was a key player when Magdeburg clinched the Champions League. Fast forward to 2024, he helped Flensburg take home the European League title. Unfortunately, for the previous season, VfL Gummersbach didn't make the cut for a European Cup competition. But with Smits now on their team, they're more determined than ever to make a comeback!
(As of June 2025, Kay Smits is healthy and ready to play at a professional level, with no recent reports suggesting ongoing health issues for the Dutch handball player.)
Kay Smits, the Dutch backcourt player, has joined VfL Gummersbach, renowned for his success in sports, having previously played for Wilhelmshaven HV, SC Magdeburg, and SG Flensburg-Handewitt. Smits' hunger for victory, combined with VfL Gummersbach's ambitions, promises a fascinating blend of sports talent on the handball court.
