In a gripping match that stretched to five sets, Itas Trentino fell just short against Wash4Green Pinerolo, ending with a nail-biting 20-22 in the final set. The match, held at Il T Quotidiano Arena, marked the beginning of Serie A1 Tigotà 13th round.
Itas Trentino was determined to clinch their second season victory. However, the intense tie-breaker saw Wash4Green Pinerolo emerge victorious after a prolonged and grueling battle. Trentino took an early lead, winning the first set 25-17. Pinerolo, coached bounced back to level the score in the second set. The third set saw a thrilling comeback from Pinerolo, winning 24-26, but Trentino responded with equal vigor, securing the fourth set 26-24 and pushing the game into a tie-break. The final set transcended the usual 15 points, with both teams showcasing remarkable resilience. Ultimately, Pinerolo seized the win. Carlotta Cambi, from Pinerolo, was named MVP.
The final score read 2-3 in favor of Wash4Green Pinerolo, with set scores of 25-17, 17-25, 24-26, 26-24, and 20-22.
- Itas Trentino: Olivotto 10, Guiducci, Angelina 15, Moretto 5, Dehoog 16, Michieletto 17, Parlangeli (L), Shcherban 10, Marconato 3, Mason 1, Passaro, Acosta Alvarado, Mistretta (L), Gates, Coach: Sinibaldi.
- Wash4Green Pinerolo: Polder 11, Cambi 7, Sorokaite 17, Akrari 15, Ne’meth 3, Ungureanu 9, Di Mario (L), Storck 24, Bussoli, Camera, Cosi, Coach: Marchiaro.