HBW Balingen-Weilstetten makes history: First Final4 entry!

HBW Balingen-Weilstetten makes history: First Final4 entry!

December 18, 2024 will go down in the annals of handball because HBW Balingen-Weilstetten secured a place in the DHB Cup Final4 with a thrilling 38:33 win after extra time over HSC Coburg. In the sold-out HUK-COBURG Arena, which was filled with 3,500 enthusiastic fans, an intense duel unfolded, characterized by thrills and thrilling twists. How hbw.de reported, the game got off to a furious start, but the HBW was confronted with time penalties early on and had to constantly fight for the lead. After an exciting first half in which Coburg went ahead 17:15, the game in the second half showed what it means to play in the cup - a real “cup fight” with all the trimmings.

The dramatic course

In the second part of the game the fight intensified and the lead changed several times. The HBW fought bravely against a few deficits and was able to equalize to 30:30 in the final phase schwaebische.de stated. The playmaker Elias Huber in particular appeared in the crucial moments and not only provided goals, but also clever assists. In extra time, the “Gauls” showed no weakness and pulled away with a 6-0 series, which ultimately led them to their historic entry into the Final4. Of this memorable game, Huber says: “What we played in extra time was just really good.”

The move to the Final4 has historic dimensions, as no second division team has been represented in this final round since 1998. This makes HBW's success a significant milestone in the club's history. The cheering after the final whistle knew no bounds, as the players and their fans celebrated this extraordinary performance, which made the dream of reaching the final of the DHB Cup come true.