Recap

Horgen Dominates Zürich in National League Women Water Polo Showdown

In a thrilling water polo match held at the Horgen HB / Bergli venue, the SC Horgen Women took on the WBK SM Zürich Women in the 2023-2024 National League Women. With both teams looking to secure a crucial victory, the battle in the pool was intense. However, it was Horgen who emerged as the dominant force, defeating Zürich with a convincing final score of 29-8.

From the opening whistle, the match was a fiercely contested affair. In a high-scoring first quarter, both teams showcased their attacking skills. The quarter ended with Horgen narrowly leading by just one goal, with a scoreline of 4-3.

As the game progressed into the second quarter, Horgen began to assert their authority. Their defense tightened, limiting Zürich’s opportunities, while their offense continued to flourish. Horgen extended their lead by outscoring Zürich 6-1 in the second quarter, taking a commanding 10-4 advantage into halftime.

The third quarter saw Horgen maintain their dominance. Their attacking prowess was on full display as they netted eight goals, while Zürich managed to respond with four of their own. With a quarter to go, the score stood at 18-8 in favor of Horgen.

The final period belonged entirely to Horgen, who executed a flawless defensive performance. They shut down Zürich’s offense completely, allowing no goals in this quarter. Meanwhile, Horgen unleashed a relentless offensive onslaught, scoring 11 unanswered goals to seal their resounding victory.

Throughout the match, Horgen’s star player Anna-Kay Parham demonstrated her skills, scoring an impressive seven goals. Carole Janine Frei also had a standout performance, contributing six goals to the team’s tally. Zürich’s Alva Müller was the leading scorer for her team, netting four goals.

In addition to their superb attacking display, Horgen’s efficiency in penalty shots and extra man situations played a significant role in their triumph. They scored one penalty shot out of one attempted, showcasing a 100.0% success rate. In extra man situations, Horgen converted two out of four opportunities, making it a 50.0% success rate. Zürich, on the other hand, struggled to capitalize on their extra man situations, converting only four out of eleven attempts for a 36.36% success rate.

This victory firmly establishes Horgen as one of the top contenders in the National League Women water polo competition. With their comprehensive display of skill and teamwork, they will undoubtedly be a force to be reckoned with in the remainder of the league. Meanwhile, Zürich will need to regroup and analyze their performance to bounce back stronger in their upcoming matches.

Official Match Report