In the penultimate weekend of the Serie A1 Tigotà league, emotions ran high as the battle for both playoffs positioning and relegation avoidance intensified. Behind league leader Conegliano, Scandicci reclaimed the second spot on the standings, just one point ahead of Milano, following their impressive win.
In a crucial matchup for survival, Busto Arsizio took a significant step towards securing their Serie A1 status with a vital win over Volley Bergamo 1991, plunging Bergamo into further relegation trouble. Despite an early lead by Bergamo, Busto Arsizio displayed a formidable defense with 18 blocks, to turn the game around for a final 1-3 victory.
The relegation of Trento to Serie A2 became official, adding to the day’s drama. Meanwhile, in other notable matches, Casalmaggiore kept their playoff hopes alive with a 1-3 win against Wash4Green Pinerolo. Similarly, Aeroitalia Smi Rome broke their tie-break curse by defeating Itas Trentino in a thrilling five-set match.
The day also featured a dominant display by Savino Del Bene Scandicci, who beat Igor Gorgonzola Novara 0-3 away from home, with Ekaterina Antropova shining brightly with 26 points. This victory solidified Scandicci’s position just behind the league leaders, showcasing their championship-caliber performance.
Serie A1 – Round 24
- Megabox Ond. Savio Vallefoglia – Prosecco Doc Imoco Conegliano 1-3 (25-22, 17-25, 22-25, 13-25)
- Igor Gorgonzola Novara – Savino Del Bene Scandicci 0-3 (22-25, 21-25, 14-25)
- Wash4green Pinerolo – Trasportipesanti Casalmaggiore 1-3 (15-25, 25-15, 14-25, 19-25);
- Volley Bergamo 1991 – Uyba Volley Busto Arsizio 1-3 (25-18, 20-25, 18-25, 17-25);
- Reale Mutua Fenera Chieri ’76 – Il Bisonte Firenze 0-3 (20-25, 23-25, 19-25)
- Allianz Vero Volley Milano – Honda Olivero S.Bernardo Cuneo 3-0 (25-19, 25-23, 25-20)
- Aeroitalia Smi Roma – Itas Trentino 3-2 (25-18, 25-20, 19-25, 20-25, 15-10)
