Ratiopharm Ulm face a demanding stretch of three games inside six days, starting with a Friday night matchup against newly promoted Phoenix Hagen on September 25, 2026. Head coach Ty Harrelson enters the fixture at the Ischelandhalle focusing on how his squad handles a hostile road environment in Hagen’s first BBL home game in a decade.
A Brutal Six-Day Test at the Ischelandhalle
Managing a Heavy Early-Season Workload
Following a derby victory, the team’s workload ramps up sharply. The schedule sends Ulm to Hagen on Friday, September 25, followed by a Sunday clash against Würzburg and a Wednesday fixture in Botevgrad. Harrelson addressed the dense calendar, emphasizing that maintaining consistency remains the primary objective for his roster.
Shittu’s Board Dominance and Backcourt Shifts
The visiting side heads into the fixture carrying strong individual performances from the paint. ‘Simi’ Shittu delivered a dominant display on the boards in a previous outing against Ludwigsburg, pulling down 17 rebounds. Harrelson has also adjusted his backcourt rotation ahead of the tip-off, selecting Adam Atamna as the starting point guard for the upcoming contest.
Wary of Phoenix Hagen’s Perimeter Threat
Facing Phoenix Hagen on their home floor presents unique tactical challenges. Harrelson noted that the promoted side possesses shooting abilities he described as „beängstigende“, warning his players to respect their opponents’ range. The Ischelandhalle, located on Stadionstraße in Hagen, is expected to generate a high-intensity atmosphere for the club’s return to home basketball.”
Tip-Off Set for Friday Night
Tip-off is scheduled for 18:30 local time in Hagen on Friday, September 25, 2026. Ulm will look to secure their second victory before turning their immediate attention to Sunday’s league matchup against Würzburg.
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