Erzbergmadln receive Union volleys: a duel full of friendship

Erzbergmadln receive Union volleys: a duel full of friendship

Tobias Micheli, the Union volley's coach, returns to his homeland. He started his career at VBV Trofaiach 14 years ago. In these early years he laid the foundation for an impressive career, which led him from the regional league to the Landesliga to the 2nd Bundesliga. "I thank Jan Lubensky, my then coach. Among him, I gained valuable experience that helped me to find ahead in my career," says Micheli proudly.

Again change the coaching role

After studying sociology in Graz, Micheli initially took on the role of a young coach at the Union volley in the fall of 2021. This season he took over the coaching office of the women's team in the highest league in Austria, Austrian Volley League. His career as a trainer shows continuous development and commitment to the sports community.

At the other end of the field, his former companion Michael Murauer will act, who took command of the Erzbergmadln this season. The two had previously stood together on the field in the Hib Liebenau men's team. This is a special motivation for Micheli: "The game against a good friend is always something extraordinary. I also know many of the players in Trofaiach, and the rivalry is continued in a sporting way."

a special meeting

For both trainers, this encounter has sentimental and personal dimensions. Micheli said: "I would have preferred it if we could play in my former home hall in Trofaiach, but the trip to Eisenerz is also part of the prebichl." Murauer also speaks of the intensity of the game and the friendly rivalry: "We are sporty competition, but also allies in the exchange of ideas and methods. Everyone learns from everyone in this area."

If you look at the previous seasonal performance, the Erzbergmadln seem to go to this duel as favorites. While the team from Trofaiach successfully won the last game in Hartberg 3-1, the Union volleys have not yet won in the current season after a defeat in Linz. Murauer, however, emphasizes: "In this league everyone can beat everyone. We have to take the Union volley seriously and confirm our level."

Soon it will be ready. The two teams meet on November 8, and the spectators can look forward to an exciting and competitive game. It remains to be seen whether the Erzbergmadln will demonstrate their favorite status or Micheli and his team can celebrate the first victory of the season in Trofaiach. The speculations are large and the anticipation is noticeable.

Sport tip:
Austrian Volley League Women, 6th round, Friday, November 8, 2024, sports hall Eisenerz, 8 p.m.

This article is based on information from www.meinbezirk.at .