This last Saturday, 26th, we played the current number one team at their house. We were behind them in the standings by two points and if you win the match in 3 or 4 sets you get 3 points, but if you go 5 sets, the winner gets 2 points and the loser 1 point. Needless to say, we needed to win in 4 or less to take over the number one spot. It marked the first time we would take a large tour bus to the game with a little over 25 of our fans and supporters on board as well. It was a smooth ride to the game, getting to Sliedrecht in about two hours. For those of you who know me it may not be a surprise, but I slept most of the trip, shown in a picture on our website: http://www.polluxonline.nl/index.php/categorie/fotoalbum/C14 . Once we got to the gym we relaxed a little, had coffee or tea, then went on a short walk before heading to the locker room to dress and prepare.
From the warm up I could tell it was going to be a great and thrilling game. It was the biggest crowd I have played in front of since taking my play to Europe and the best part, both sides had drums. Yes, our team has the best drummers around! It is a few girls from the younger volleyball program and they are dedicated, showing up at every game. I love it! Anyway, that atmosphere is like drugs to me and the two sides of the gym were already competing in the noise level game before the volleyball game even started.
We won 3-0 with some close scores of 25-18, 25-23, 25-23. Meaning, Heutink-Pollux is number ONE! We hope to stay there with only one more match in league play before the playoffs begin.
Here is a link to watch the last point of the match, please excuse my running man type style of excitement. It was a very exhilarating and close game.
Next weekend, we play at home against Taurus who is currently ranked 4th. It is also the famous Carnival weekend here in Oldenzaal and I am fully prepared with my costume of an 80’s fitness instructor, pictures to follow.
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