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Megabox Ond. Savio Vallefoglia secured their fourth consecutive victory, battling hard to overcome a resilient Granda Volley Cuneo and ascend to third place in the league standings. The thrilling encounter saw Cuneo push Megabox to the brink, especially in a nail-biting third set.
Megabox Secures Hard-Fought Victory
The match was a testament to Megabox’s tenacity, as they needed every ounce of their skill to defeat a determined Cuneo side. The visitors came agonizingly close to forcing a fourth set, holding five set points in the third. However, Megabox’s clinical finishing, particularly from Frantti, ultimately sealed the 3-0 win with a dramatic 31-29 scoreline in the final set.
Alessia Bolzonetti was once again the standout performer, earning MVP honors with an impressive 21 points, including a 48% attack efficiency and 5 aces. Key contributions also came from Kochurina, who added 10 points with 2 blocks, and Frantti, who delivered 6 crucial points in decisive moments.
Key Performances and Match Highlights
For Cuneo, Pucelj showed significant improvement throughout the match, finishing with 17 points at 48% hitting, while McBride was a consistent threat with 11 points.
The first set saw an intense back-and-forth battle. Cuneo initially took a lead, but Megabox, spurred by Bolzonetti, fought back. Kochurina’s presence at the net was vital, securing the first set 25-22.
In the second set, Megabox established a more comfortable rhythm. Strong serving from Bolzonetti, including two consecutive aces, and effective attacking from Bici helped them build a significant lead. They closed out the set decisively at 25-17.
The third set was a dramatic affair, with Cuneo refusing to go down without a fight. They held multiple set points, but Megabox’s resilience shone through. After a prolonged deuce, Frantti’s decisive attack secured the match point and the set at 31-29, completing the 3-0 sweep.
Looking Ahead After Climbing the Standings
The victory propels Megabox Ond. Savio Vallefoglia into third place in the league table with 11 points, just behind the leaders. This marks their fourth consecutive win, demonstrating a strong run of form.
“It was important to take these three points for the team, because we need to build continuity,” said MVP Alessia Bolzonetti after the match. “Up to now, in the first three games, we had done very well and taken points, now we needed to find rhythm. Cuneo played very well on serve, hitting very hard, but we were good at staying in the game even when we were a little behind, so I am very happy with this result.”
While Cuneo remains at the bottom of the table, their competitive performance, especially in the third set, offers a positive outlook for their future matches.
