The ABAVA Business League delivered another evening of captivating volleyball action on Saturday, November 9th, 2024, featuring two contrasting matches that kept spectators engaged throughout the evening’s proceedings.
The opening encounter saw ECAB demonstrate their experience and tactical acumen against league newcomers EZ Flyers. In a commanding performance, ECAB secured a straight-sets victory (25-13, 25-18) that highlighted the gulf in experience between the two sides.
The first set was a masterclass in controlled volleyball, with ECAB establishing their dominance early and maintaining their momentum throughout. While EZ Flyers showed glimpses of potential, they struggled to contain ECAB’s well-orchestrated attacks.
The second set saw an improved performance from EZ Flyers, who managed to put up more resistance. However, ECAB’s superior court craft and tactical awareness proved decisive in securing the 25-18 win and with it, the match.
The evening’s headline match featured defending champions APUA against a determined Royalton side in what became a three-set thriller. APUA’s path to victory was anything but straightforward, as they were forced to demonstrate their championship mettle in a 2-1 victory (25-12, 22-25, 15-8).
APUA started in devastating form, dominating the opening set 25-12 in what appeared to be a continuation of their championship form. However, Royalton staged a remarkable comeback in the second set, stunning the champions with a 25-22 win that forced a decisive third set.
The final set saw APUA regain their composure, drawing on their championship experience to secure a convincing 15-8 victory. Their ability to reset and control the decisive set demonstrated why they are the defending champions.
The next matches scheduled for the week will see ICONS battle Police at 7:00 pm while
Newcomers Island Academy will engage 77 Bus Service
