Domotek Reggio Calabria defeated Sviluppo Sud 3-1 in a pre-season volleyball training match at Palmi, with set scores of 19-25, 30-28, 25-18, and 25-21. The fixture marked the absolute debut of new signing Klemen Sen and served as a key physical and mental test for Antonio Polimeni’s squad ahead of the upcoming Serie A2 campaign.
How did Domotek Reggio Calabria perform against Sviluppo Sud in Palmi?
The joint training session at Palmi provided a rigorous test for Domotek Reggio Calabria as they approach the final stretch of their pre-season schedule. Despite dropping the opening set 19-25, the team rallied to take the next three frames 30-28, 25-18, and 25-21, securing a 3-1 victory.
Both teams dealt with significant roster absences during the outing. Meanwhile, the visitors from Reggio Calabria took the floor missing Buzzi and Saitta, forcing head coach Antonio Polimeni to adjust his rotations and test alternative offensive solutions.
What impact did Klemen Sen make in his debut?
The standout narrative of the afternoon was the first appearance of Klemen Sen in a Domotek jersey. Despite arriving following a long journey, the outside hitter immediately inserted himself into the tactical system, playing through the first two sets of the match.
How does this pre-season test shape the upcoming schedule?
The victory over Sviluppo Sud acts as a stepping stone toward the conclusion of Domotek’s pre-season preparations. The team will return to the court on Tuesday at the PalaCalafiore to face Modica, a competitive side from Serie A3, in what serves as their final preparatory test before official competition resumes.
Coaching staff and players are utilizing these final friendlies to fine-tune technical details and solidify team chemistry ahead of the Serie A2 league schedule and the approaching derby on December 27, ensuring the squad builds consistent momentum before facing competitive pressure.
Domotek prepares for final pre-season match against Modica
Which players missed the training session in Palmi?
Domotek played without Buzzi and Saitta due to injury, while Sviluppo Sud was missing their two foreign players for the same reason.
When and where is Domotek’s next pre-season match?
Domotek will face Serie A3 side Modica on Tuesday at the PalaCalafiore for their final pre-season test.
