This evening, Nice Volley-Ball hosted Chaumont for the twelfth day of the championship. The match concluded with a victory for NVB (3-1).
Before this meeting, Nice was in seventh place in the championship with 16 points. Chaumont was 2nd, with a total of 22 points.
Nice made a significant impact on this 12th day of the Marmara SpikeLigue. On the court of the Palestra hall in Chaumont, Brice Donat’s men delivered a solid performance by winning 3 sets to 1. This victory, achieved in a tense atmosphere, marks a comeback for the Eagles after three consecutive defeats across all competitions.
A first set in Chaumont’s favor
The beginning of the match favored the home team. Chaumont, bolstered by their supporters, managed to set their pace. From the early exchanges, their dominance was clear: 8-5, then 16-10. Setter Joseph Worsley and attacker Lukas Maase shone with their precision. Despite some resistance from Nice, the first set concluded with a decisive 25-17.
A determining Nice reaction in the second set
Nice quickly recovered. With better focus and organization, the Azuréens reversed the trend. Alexandros Raptis and Simon Hirsch delivered multiple decisive attacks. The close scores (8-7, 14-16) demonstrate the intensity of the exchanges. Ultimately, Nice prevailed 25-23, completely reigniting the match.
Undisputed domination in the third set
The third act marked the turning point of the match. Nice displayed their game with impressive fluidity. Ardo Kreek and Samuele Tuia excelled at the net, preventing Chaumont from developing their attacks. The team from Nice took a comfortable lead (9-16, 13-21) before concluding 25-16. This set confirmed their superiority.
A well-controlled fourth set
Chaumont tried to react in the last set, but Nice remained unstoppable. Each point was fiercely contested, but the Azuréens managed to maintain their composure. With solid reception and well-placed attacks, they dominated the end of the match. The final score, 25-20, seals a well-deserved victory.
The stats of Nice’s victory
Total match duration: 1h53
Final score: 17-25, 25-23, 25-16, 25-20
Top scorer (Nice): Simon Hirsch (36 points)
Attack success rate (Nice): 46%
Successful reception rate (Nice): 49%
This victory consolidates Nice in the top 8, in 5th place (with 19 points), just behind their opponent of the evening. Next match is set for Tuesday at home against Narbonne (11th with 10 points).
