"Maldonado acquires firearm following BHC's execution of the deal"
Score It! BHC Claims Championship
Eloy Morante Maldonado set the ball rolling with a goal (1.), giving the BHC the early advantage. The hosts held their ground, matching Dessau step for step. For the very first time, the champions surged ahead by three goals after Maldonado's strike at 7:4 (9.).
However, the tide turned as the hosts fought back. Tillman Leu leveled the playing field at 9:9 (16.). Fynn Gonschor then put the East Germans ahead 10:9 (17.). But the Bundesliga newcomers couldn't keep up and soon found themselves trailing. Just before the break, Aron Seesing and Noah Beyer secured a comfortable 15:14 lead after 30 minutes.
The Bergische team stormed back in the second half, leading 19:15 after 34 minutes thanks to Julian Fuchs' goal. Although the lead momentarily dwindled to two goals, it never fell much further. Scholtes extended the lead to 28:23 (47.), and Maldonado scored from a seven-meter throw for 31:25 (51.). The BHC maintained control throughout, eventually securing the victory. Maldonado (13 goals) earned the top scorer title.
As the squad wraps up proceedings, they head into a well-deserved summer break, lasting a month. On July 9, the Bundesliga team will gather for mandatory medical checks and subsequent performance diagnostics. The action resumes on July 13.
New additions Nico Schöttle (22, back court, from TVB Stuttgart) and Lars Kooij (24, center back, Dutch national player, from Vardar Skopje) join the ranks, as do Soeren Steinhaus and Soeren Servos, who now boast professional contracts. However, Robin Granlund and Joshua Thiele are still undergoing rehabilitation due to their severe injuries.
The season will kick off with the Supercup on August 23. The first matchday will take place from August 28 to 31. The winter break starts on December 27. The league will resume on February 10, 2026, following the European Championship (January 15 to February 1) in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway.
While specific match dates and details are yet to be announced, you can anticipate:
- Supercup: This prestigious competition usually marks the start of the new season.
- Start of the New Season: The league typically begins in late August or early September, with a comprehensive schedule released in advance.
- European Competitions: Teams may participate in competitions like the Champions League, often at the same time as the domestic league.
For updated information, check the official DAIKIN Handball-Bundesliga (HBL) website or specific team websites in the coming weeks.
Sports fans can look forward to the BHC's participation in European leagues after their championship win. The team's dominance in football, evident in their 31:25 victory, is a testament to their skills in the sport.
