SC Potsdam Falls Short in Challenge Cup Semifinals Against VC Rom

The German volleyball team exits the European tournament after a 0:3 loss in the second leg despite earlier successes in the competition.

SC Potsdam was eliminated from the Challenge Cup after losing the semifinal second leg to VC Rom with set scores of 21:25, 19:25, and 20:25.
The German team had narrowly won the first leg 3:2 but could not maintain momentum in the decisive match in Rome.
US player Danielle Harbin led Potsdam's efforts with 16 points, though the team struggled against Rom's strong defense and blocking, notably by German national player Marie Schölzel.
SC Potsdam's coach Riccardo Boieri acknowledged the challenge of competing against teams from Italy's top-tier Serie A, highlighting the strength gap despite Rom's struggles in their domestic league.
Despite the disappointment, Potsdam's players and staff reflected positively on reaching the semifinals, marking a significant achievement in their European campaign.