In a room dedicated to their cause, the players of CSAV answered the call. Facing Toulouse, they raised their game to secure a prestigious victory (25-23). “We were playing against the leaders, so it promised a good match!” savored Maëlle Comolli. After a balanced first half (11-11), the local team made the difference right after halftime. “We made a very good comeback after halftime, without the usual latency we were used to,” highlighted player number 24.
Driven by a faster pace than usual and a solid defense, the CSAV players managed to contain the opponent’s assaults, especially against Toulouse’s seven-player strategy. “At the same time, Elsa (Duguey), in goal, was always there when needed.” Despite the absence of their captain, Angèle Demiaux, who was still injured, the team was able to adapt. “We had to alternate with only one pivot,” recounted Comolli. The offensive efficiency and defensive efforts also made a difference.
Context: CSAV is a women’s handball team. Toulouse is another team they played against.
Fact Check: The article mentions the absence of a player due to injury and the potential retirement or change in club for some players at the end of the season.
A special taste
Beyond the result, this victory has a special taste in a context of the end of a cycle. “We are pretty much retiring or changing clubs at the end of the season. For Désirée’s (Parfait, the coach) departure as well, we wanted to finish with a great performance at home.”
Assured of staying in the league only after two matches, the Haut-Savoyardes can hope to finish 6th or 7th.
