No more beach volleyball: Kathi and Lena start new phase of life!

No more beach volleyball: Kathi and Lena start new phase of life!

Wien, Österreich - After an impressive career of twelve years in beach volleyball, the Styrians Katharina Schützenhöfer and Lena Plesiutschnig pull back! The two former Austrian volleyball top players have announced their resignation from professional sports. In an emotional press release, they expressed that a new phase of life is now beginning for them: "We both have many other interests and goals in our lives," said the 31-year-olds. During their time in sports they not only won numerous titles, but also completed a master's degree, which underlines their versatility, such as laola1.at reported.

memories of a glamorous time

From their beginnings to the great successes on the World Tour, Schützenhöfer and Plesiutschnig have experienced a lot together. They were U20 European champions, U19 Vice World Champions and celebrated successes at the U21 World Cup. Her biggest highlights were entering the round of 16 at the Vienna Major 2019 and the silver medal at the Challenger in the Maldives. Despite difficult times with injuries and the missed goal Olympics, Schützenhöfer looks back: "It was a long and beautiful trip that is now coming to an end," said the athlete. Plesiutschnig added: "I take an incredible number of beautiful memories with me-it was an incredibly cool time."
like Sn.at Athletes not only celebrated sporting success, but also developed a close friendship that goes beyond sport.

With the resignation, an era ends for the two players who are considered the number one-one team in Austria. You can see your future optimistic: "It feels right now to complete this chapter and I am looking forward to new tasks and challenges," said Plesiutschnig. The two have left the professional career behind, but did not rule out a return to volleyball. An important section in the life of the two athletes comes to an end, but the memories of their success will remain forever.

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