Saturday's PlusLiga clashes brought triumph for the leader from Zawiercie, who defeated AZS Olsztyn in a tight match. Simultaneously, the volleyball world is abuzz with reports of a financial crisis at Jastrzębski Węgiel – the club announced efforts to finish the season despite massive debt. In the Tauron Liga, teams from Mielec and Bydgoszcz secured comfortable victories, and Kamil Syprzak was honored with a spot in the Handball Champions League Team of the Round.

Zawiercie strengthens its leading position

Aluron CMC Warta Zawiercie defeats AZS Olsztyn and defends its first place in the PlusLiga table ahead of the play-off phase.

Crisis at Jastrzębski Węgiel

The decorated volleyball club, despite enormous debts, intends to finish the current season, as confirmed by the latest statements from the organization.

Successes in the Tauron Liga

Important victories were secured by the teams of Stal Mielec and Pałac Bydgoszcz, which crushed their rivals from Wrocław with their serve.

Recognition for Kamil Syprzak

The Polish handball player representing PSG made it into the Team of the Round for the Champions League after the match in Berlin.

Saturday's series of PlusLiga matches delivered excitement to fans across the country, with the central point being the match in Zawiercie. The local Aluron CMC Warta Zawiercie defeated Indykpol AZS Olsztyn, although the visitors rattled the leader in the initial phase of the match. This result allows the players from the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland to solidify their position at the top of the table. At the same time, media attention shifted to the dramatic financial situation of Jastrzębski Węgiel. However, the Polish giant, grappling with multi-million debt, conveyed optimistic signals. Club representatives declared that, to the best of its available resources, the organization will make every effort to finish the current season, which somewhat calmed the mood among fans and players. Jastrzębski Węgiel is a three-time Polish champion and two-time Champions League finalist, with traditions dating back to 1949, constituting a brand recognizable across sporting Europe.In the women's Tauron Liga, several one-sided duels took place. The ITA TOOLS Stal Mielec volleyball players confidently defeated LOS Nowy Dwór Mazowiecki in three sets, controlling the course of the match from start to finish. A similar result concluded the clash in Bydgoszcz, where Metalkas Pałac dominated #VolleyWrocław. The Wrocław team failed to mount a competitive fight, succumbing to rivals who showcased a rarely seen series of fourteen service aces. Meanwhile, in handball, Kamil Syprzak's individual success was recognized. The Paris Saint-Germain pivot, after an outstanding performance in the match against Füchse Berlin, was included in the best seven lineup for the Champions League round. „Klub w miarę możliwości dokończy sezon” (The club will finish the season to the best of its ability) — Jastrzębski Węgiel Club In the shadow of major volleyball, preparations are underway for the prestigious clash in the Orlen Superliga between Wisła Płock and Industria Kielce. Sports media are billing this match as the absolute highlight of the season, noting the excellent form of both teams in European competitions. Another important piece of news for fans is the announcement of the location for the Men's Volleyball Champions League final, which is set to return to a venue known from three years ago, heralding a return to proven organizational patterns in the European CEV confederation.

Mentioned People

  • Kamil Syprzak — Polish handball player playing for PSG, selected for the Champions League Team of the Round.
  • Mariusz Jop — Coach of Wisła Kraków, commenting on the team's winning streak.