The new PlusLiga season kicked off with excitement and intensity across the courts.
In Olsztyn, JSW Jastrzębski Węgiel edged out Indykpol AZS Olsztyn in a gripping five-set encounter, winning 3–2. The home side started strong, powered by Moritz Karlitzek’s 19 points and Paweł Halaba’s 17, taking an early lead.
However, Jastrzębski Węgiel staged a remarkable comeback, claiming the final two sets to secure the victory. Anton Brehme was outstanding for the visitors, scoring 15 points with an impressive 75% attack efficiency, along with two aces and a block, earning him the MVP award.
Final score: Indykpol AZS Olsztyn 2–3 JSW Jastrzębski Węgiel
(23:25, 25:19, 25:17, 18:25, 11:15)
Meanwhile, in Częstochowa, defending champions Bogdanka LUK Lublin made a commanding statement with a straight-sets win over Steam Hemarpol Politechnika Częstochowa.
Despite a tightly contested second set, Lublin’s superior serving and blocking proved decisive. Marcin Komenda led the charge and was named MVP, guiding his team to a confident season opener.
Final score: Steam Hemarpol Politechnika Częstochowa 0–3 Bogdanka LUK Lublin
(16:25, 26:28, 17:25)
