A week after their defeat against Paris, the Aiglonnes returned to the path of victory at home. This Wednesday, February 14, they won the match (28-22) against the Strasbourg Achenheim Truchtersheim Handball club.
On this Valentine’s Day evening, OGC Nice Handball secured a fine victory (28-22) at home. Facing Achenheim, the Aiglonnes controlled their game. During the first half, both teams accumulated errors. However, the Azuriennes led at halftime with a 14 to 12 score. The second half was entirely controlled by the Niçoises. They effectively managed their lead, expanding the gap to a maximum of 7 points. Adriana Holejova performed exceptionally with 9 goals scored.
This 16th day of the National Handball League marks the end of a series of five defeats for the Nice club. The Aiglonnes reconnected with victory. At the end of the match, coach Clément Alcacer emphasized the importance of stopping the ongoing hemorrhage: “we had to stop this bad series and win at all costs.” Proud of the girls’ commitment in every action, the coach added, “now, we need to continue this positive momentum and stay focused on winning.” The club is now 9th in the championship standings.
Solid in defense
However, the match started poorly. Laureen Dembelé received a yellow card in the second minute. Fortunately, it had no consequences. In a tight battle in the first half, where both teams exchanged blows, OGC Nice Handball took the lead in the 9th minute and never let it go. After the break, the Aiglonnes, effective in attack, increased their advantage on the scoreboard. They also caught up in defense, as confirmed by Nicole Wiggins, a goalkeeper who entered at halftime, after the match. “We corrected our first-half mistakes in defense and the attack was more effective.“
The number 1 goalkeeper made eight saves. A remarkable performance she attributes to her teammates. “I can’t do anything alone; without a good defense, I’m powerless.” Happy to have contributed to her team’s victory, she hopes to continue in this direction. “It was crucial to win this match, I’m proud of having made some great saves.”
Next meeting is on February 24 against Toulon. The Aiglonnes will play away at 5:30 PM against the 11th team in the championship. A match within their reach.
