Sanest Khanh Hoa (S.KH) are showing their high determination for the championship in this year's PV GAS National Volleyball Championship with a streak of eight unbeaten matches in the first and second round. In their last match of the second round, S.KH defeated Ha Tinh 3-1, getting into the final round as the top team of Group D.
Sanest Khanh Hoa (S.KH) are showing their high determination for the championship in this year’s PV GAS National Volleyball Championship with a streak of eight unbeaten matches in the first and second round. In their last match of the second round, S.KH defeated Ha Tinh 3-1, getting into the final round as the top team of Group D.
The win of the host S.KH against Ha Tinh was expected by their fans because S.KH have been highly rated for their skills compared to their opponents. Before the match with Ha Tinh, S.KH won an important match against Ho Chi Minh City, a very strong team, which means they could save their energy in the match with Ha Tinh to prepare for the final round. However, they entered the match with their best line-up and were determined to win.
It can be seen that the joining of some new faces and tactical changes by coach Thai Quang Lai in the second round have proved to be effective. The joining of skilled middle blocker Pham Thai Hung, 1.98m in height, has helped to strengthen the defense of S.KH. Whereas, Xuan Tan, Quang Thien and Minh Long are the new setters, who have also been trusted by the coach.
In the second round, coach Thai Quang Lai also offered more chances for elite player Ngo Van Kieu to play. Despite his age, Ngo Van Kieu still showed his good skills and enthusiasm in each match. In the match with Ho Chi Minh City, Ngo Van Kieu, who came off the bench, helped S.KH to break the deadlock and pull off a dramatic comeback to beat Ho Chi Minh City.
With the first place in Group D, S.KH can avoid a strong Trang An Ninh Binh (Group C top team) in the semi-finals of men’s final round taking place at Khanh Hoa’s Sports Arena from December 17 to 20. They are going to play Bien Phong.
An Nhien
Translated by H.N
