ZRHK TENAX Dobele Secures Victory Over ASK Zemessardze/RSU

February 1, 2025

In a thrilling Baltic Handball League encounter, ZRHK TENAX Dobele emerged victorious with a 30-25 win over ASK Zemessardze/RSU. The match, held at ASK zāle, showcased intense competition, with both teams delivering moments of brilliance. However, TENAX Dobele’s consistency and clinical finishing proved decisive in securing the win.

Key Moments of the Match

The game began with both teams trading goals in a tightly contested first half. TENAX Dobele took an early lead with a successful 7-meter penalty by Ņikita Pančenko (2:18), but ASK Zemessardze/RSU quickly responded with goals from Sandis Vaškevičs (2:59) and Renārs Grebeņņikovs (5:02). The first half remained neck-and-neck, with TENAX Dobele holding a slim 14-13 advantage at the break.

The second half saw TENAX Dobele gradually pull away, thanks to a series of well-executed attacks. Key goals from Aliaksandr Patcykailik and Ričards Juzups extended their lead, while ASK Zemessardze/RSU struggled to keep pace despite strong performances from Krists Vidzis and Renārs Grebeņņikovs. A late surge by ASK Zemessardze/RSU, including a final goal by Renārs Grebeņņikovs (59:59), was not enough to close the gap.

A pivotal moment came in the 53rd minute when ASK Zemessardze/RSU’s Raitis Puriņš was disqualified, leaving his team a player short for the remainder of the match. This setback disrupted their rhythm and allowed TENAX Dobele to capitalize with a series of decisive goals.

Top Performers

ASK Zemessardze/RSU:

• Renārs Grebeņņikovs (#25): The standout performer for the home team, Grebeņņikovs scored 8 goals from 11 shots, showcasing his accuracy and composure under pressure.
• Krists Vidzis (#13): Contributed 5 goals, including 3 successful 7-meter penalties, and was a constant threat in attack.
• Kristers Rihards Ozols (#10): Added 4 goals and played a key role in ASK Zemessardze/RSU’s offensive efforts.

ZRHK TENAX Dobele:

• Aliaksandr Patcykailik (#23): A dominant force for TENAX Dobele, Patcykailik scored 5 goals and was instrumental in breaking down the opposition’s defense.
• Ričards Juzups (#21): Delivered a stellar performance with 4 goals, including crucial strikes in the second half.
• Intars Jomants (#14): Despite an early yellow card, Jomants contributed 5 goals and played a pivotal role in maintaining his team’s lead.

Match Analysis

The match was characterized by intense defensive efforts and rapid counterattacks. TENAX Dobele’s ability to convert opportunities into goals, particularly in the second half, was the difference-maker. Their defense also held firm during critical moments, limiting ASK Zemessardze/RSU’s chances despite the home team’s relentless efforts.

ASK Zemessardze/RSU showed resilience, particularly through the performances of Grebeņņikovs and Vidzis, but their inability to capitalize on key moments and the disqualification of Puriņš ultimately cost them the game.