Thrilling Five-Set Match Kicks Off New Volleyball Super League Season
Fujian secured a heart-pounding 3-2 victory (25-23, 26-24, 24-26, 20-25, 15-10) against Beijing in the 2024-25 China Women's Volleyball Super League (VSL) opener on Saturday. The match, held in Beijing, showcased high-energy rallies and dramatic momentum shifts, with 21-year-old star Zhuang Yushan dropping a game-high 29 points to seal Fujian's win. 🌟
New League Format Sparks Excitement
This season introduces a tiered system: Tier A features last year's top eight teams, while Tier B includes rising squads, youth teams, and university entries. National team libero Wang Mengjie, now with Beijing, praised the changes: \"It gives new players opportunities and pushes us to improve.\" 🔄
International Stars Make Their Mark
Beijing's new Bosnian outside hitter Edina Begic scored 27 points in her VSL debut, calling the league \"super exciting\" due to its fast-paced rallies. Serbian opposite hitter Jelena Vulin also debuted, adding global flair to the competition. 🌍🏐
Young Talent Steps Up
Zhuang Yushan acknowledged early jitters but credited teammates for rallying in the decisive fifth set: \"We'll keep challenging stronger teams to stay in Tier A.\" With reforms boosting competitive intensity, this season promises more edge-of-your-seat moments! 🚀
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