Latest women's volleyball schedule today: A 'dream' final.

Ngoc Hoa shows class

Returning after a long break from top-level competition, 37-year-old hitter Nguyen Thi Ngoc Hoa still showed the class of a former Vietnamese number one. Whenever coach Thai Quang Lai fielded her, Ngoc Hoa showcased her abilities. Fans rarely saw her perform powerful jumps and spikes to score points. Instead, she frequently unleashed skillful spikes that caught her opponents off guard. This style of play required little effort but was highly effective. In the semi-final match against LPBank Ninh Binh Club, in addition to her effective attack, Ngoc Hoa also provided good defensive support, limiting the powerful attacks of Nguyen Thi Bich Tuyen. Ngoc Hoa's presence on the court also boosted the morale of her teammates, many of whom were young players, especially at crucial moments in the match.

Duc Giang Chemical Club "dreams" of winning the championship for the first time.

"Coach Ngoc Hoa's agreement to return to play helps VTV Binh Dien Long An Club have a leader. Success is the effort of the whole team, but in the context of the club's lack of personnel, Ngoc Hoa's agreement to return is a sacrifice and dedication. We have completed the goal of entering the top 4, now there is only one step left until the final match, so we encourage each other to strive to achieve the highest results," Coach Thai Quang Lai shared.

Meanwhile, Vietnamese women's volleyball legend Ngoc Hoa said: "I'm always mentally prepared to go out onto the court and support the younger players. Vietnamese women's volleyball now has many strong teams and outstanding individuals, so the competition is much fiercer than before. I myself can only try my best and contribute a small part to the VTV Binh Dien Long An team."

In VTV Binh Dien Long An Club's four previous national championship victories in 2009, 2011, 2017, and 2018, Ngoc Hoa left her mark. This time, after six years, she returns to the final, and she and her team have the opportunity to win the title.

Intense competition

Coach Thai Quang Lai said that this year's national championship final will be very exciting and the opportunity will be equally divided between Duc Giang Chemical Club and VTV Binh Dien Long An. "According to my observation, this year's Duc Giang Chemical team has a change in the libero position when Le Thi Thanh Lien returns with good defensive ability, helping the team take the first step effectively, thereby organizing favorable attacks. Another position that also plays very well is Bich Thuy. She is in high form, has fast, powerful and effective one-legged shots. In addition, Kenyan foreign player Sharon Chepchumba also plays a role in the attack," said Coach Thai Quang Lai.

One of the factors that keeps the Duc Giang Chemical team's athletes always playing with such enthusiasm is the large prize money offered. Remember at the Hung Vuong Cup earlier this year, this team was offered 2 billion VND if they defeated VTV Binh Dien Long An in the semi-finals, but the result was not as expected. In the first stage of this year's tournament, the Duc Giang Chemical team also lost 1-3 to VTV Binh Dien Long An, so they are eager to "get revenge".

Meanwhile, VTV Binh Dien Long An's strength lies not only in the experience and composure of Ngoc Hoa but also in the youthful energy of outside hitter Tra My, who scored the most points for the team in the recent semi-final match. French foreign player Joyce also performed well in offense. After scoring the crucial two points that secured the victory for VTV Binh Dien Long An, she suffered a muscle strain, indicating her physical condition is not yet at its peak. However, coach Thai Quang Lai stated that Joyce is recovering very well and is ready for the final.

Coach Pham Van Long of Duc Giang Chemical Club and Thai Quang Lai of VTV Binh Dien Long An both understand each other's strengths and weaknesses and are ready to deliver the decisive blow in the championship match.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/lich-thi-dau-bong-chuyen-nu-moi-nhat-hom-nay-chung-ket-trong-mo-185241116233209679.htm