IES La Orden Completes Nearly Perfect Regular Season with Victory Over Astures
Huelva, Spain – March 22, 2026 – Recreativo IES La Orden capped off a dominant regular season in the Liga Top10 Iberdrola with a comfortable 5-2 victory over Astures on Thursday, March 21st. The match, played at the Polideportivo Municipal ‘Andrés Estrada,’ concluded the Group A schedule for both teams, with IES La Orden finishing as group champions.
The onubense squad entered the final matchday already assured of a semifinal berth and a chance to compete for another league title. Astures, whereas knowing they wouldn’t contend for the championship, too approached the game with a focus on development, utilizing players from their affiliate teams. This allowed both sides to provide valuable playing time to a wider range of athletes.
A Comfortable Win for the Champions
The victory was highlighted by a strong performance across all disciplines, including a debut for Rubén Carreras, who partnered with Laura Santos in the mixed doubles. The pair quickly asserted their dominance, securing a decisive 3-0 win (11-3, 11-3, 11-1) against Laura Fernández and Lucas Suárez. This set the tone for a successful afternoon for the home team.
In the men’s doubles, the established partnership of Álvaro Morán and Alejandro Pérez continued their strong form, defeating Lucas Suárez and Alejandro Valdés in straight sets (11-5, 11-4, 11-2). The duo demonstrated their consistency and skill, contributing another crucial point to IES La Orden’s total.
The women’s doubles proved to be the most competitive match of the day. Cristina Teruel and Laura Santos initially took control against Jana Villanueva and Claudia Leal, winning the first set. However, the Astures pairing fought back, ultimately claiming the next three sets (11-10, 3-11, 6-11, 8-11) and securing their first point of the match. This was the only match of the day that IES La Orden did not win.
Individual Performances Shine
The singles matches further solidified IES La Orden’s dominance. Rubén Carreras, making his debut in this category, impressed with a 3-0 victory (11-9, 11-6, 11-3) over Alejandro Valdés, marking a memorable start to his campaign. Cristina Teruel also delivered a commanding performance, defeating Iria Juncal 3-0 (11-1, 11-5, 11-2), showcasing her skill and experience.
Álvaro Morán continued the winning streak in the men’s singles, comfortably overcoming Quique Meres with a score of 11-2, 11-5, and 11-1. The final match of the day saw Alba Padilla face Claudia Leal, a match that proved more challenging. While Leal ultimately won 3-0 (8-11, 10-11, 8-11), Padilla put up a strong fight, pushing her opponent in each set.
A Nearly Flawless Run
With this victory, IES La Orden concluded the regular season with an impressive record of seven wins and only one loss – their only defeat coming in an earlier match against Intercity in Alicante. Their consistent performance throughout the season has earned them the top spot in Group A and a favorable position heading into the playoffs.
The team will now prepare for a highly anticipated semifinal clash against Ravachol Pontevedra on April 18th. The match will be played at the Polideportivo ‘Andrés Estrada’ in Huelva, giving IES La Orden a home-court advantage as they strive for the league title. This single-elimination match will determine who advances to the final.
The Liga Top10 Iberdrola is Spain’s premier badminton league, featuring some of the country’s most talented players. IES La Orden’s success this season is a testament to the dedication of the players, the coaching staff, and the support of the local community.
Fans eager to follow the team’s progress can stay updated through the club’s official channels and league announcements. The semifinal match against Ravachol Pontevedra promises to be a thrilling encounter, and IES La Orden will be looking to continue their winning form and secure a place in the championship final.
Next Up: IES La Orden will host Ravachol Pontevedra in the Liga Top10 Iberdrola semifinals on April 18th at the Polideportivo ‘Andrés Estrada’ in Huelva.
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