In an electrifying Super Cup clash at the fully-packed StadtHalle Rostock, Allianz MTV Stuttgart clinched the German Super Cup title for the second time in their history, besting the 2023 DVV Cup winners, SSC Palmberg Schwerin, with a score of 3-1 (27-25, 21-25, 25-17, 25-21). This victory marked a promising start to the 2023/24 season, driven largely by the exceptional performance of Krystal Rivers.
Stuttgart coach Konstantin Bitter remarked, “Although this win doesn’t dictate the trajectory of the entire season, it’s certainly a thrilling way to kick things off. I’m truly proud of our players.” This sentiment is especially significant as Bitter assumed the coaching position just this season.
Krystal Rivers, the standout performer and ‘Player of the Match’, accumulated a staggering 31 points, challenging Schwerin’s defense throughout the game. Emphasizing the team spirit, Rivers stated post-match, “The unwavering belief my team has in me propels me to score those crucial points.”
While the celebrations ensued for Stuttgart, SSC Palmberg Schwerin’s coach, Felix Koslowski, expressed his disappointment, saying, “It’s heartbreaking not to win the title and not being able to reward our ardent fans with a victory.” He graciously acknowledged Stuttgart’s supremacy on the day, especially highlighting Rivers’ pivotal role in their success.
