Victory Secured by BHC in Conclusion
The Bergischer HC, a prominent handball club in Germany, faced off against VfL Gummersbach in their second preparation game. However, the match was played without the presence of Nico Schöttle, who has been dealing with an illness. The nature, severity, and impact of Schöttle's health issue on his participation in upcoming games, including the upcoming game against HSG Wetzlar, remain uncertain.
Despite the absence of Schöttle, the BHC put on a strong performance, securing a 31:21 victory. The team's defense, led by Christopher Rudeck, remained steadfast, and the home team held a three-goal lead at halftime.
Markus Pütz, a key figure in the BHC, expressed satisfaction with many aspects of the team's performance. Pütz mentioned that a ten-goal win would make them happy, and a seven-goal margin is also acceptable. The BHC coaches were left with a 14-man squad due to Schöttle's absence.
The game was played at the Nocken sports hall, which was sold out, and the Vohwinkel STV provided a lively atmosphere. The home team led the game from start to finish, and both teams displayed fast-paced play, particularly the BHC in the second half.
The lineup for the BHC against VfL Gummersbach included: Diedrich, Rudeck, Beyer (6), Masoud (1), Theis (1), Steinhaus (5), Babarskas (1), Morante (8/4), Babak (1), Seesing (1), Scholtes (4), Wasielewski (2), Fraatz (2), Fuchs (1).
The Bergischer HC's next preparatory step is on Wednesday at 6 PM against HSG Wetzlar. It remains to be seen whether Schöttle will recover in time for the crucial match against their league rivals. Fans are encouraged to check the official Bergischer HC website or their social media channels closer to the game day for the latest news and squad updates.
Despite the focus being on handball, the BHC's victory against VfL Gummersbach showcased the team's potential in other sports, such as football. The upcoming European leagues could see a surprising entry from the Bergischer HC if they continue to perform at this level.
