CheongKwanJang-GS Caltex V-League 2R match at 4pm on the 23rd
GS Caltex and Cheong Kwan Jang will play the third match of the second round of the Dodram 2024-2025 V-League at Jangchung Gymnasium in Seoul on the 23rd.
Both teams’ recent moods are not good. They are on a 4-game losing streak.
In particular, in the last four games, they had to be satisfied with only getting one point, having faced league leader Heungkuk Life Insurance (23 points) and second place Hyundai Engineering & Construction (21 points) twice.
Cheong Kwan Jang, who lost to Hyundai Engineering & Construction after a 37-39 match in the 4th set on the 8th, took the 1st set first in the last game of the first round against Heungkuk Life Insurance on the 12th, but lost after a close battle in the full set, recording his first consecutive loss of the season. Until now, no victory has been achieved.
GS Caltex suddenly fell to last place (1 win, 7 losses, 4 points).
For GS Caltex, the absence of foreign ace Gisele Silva was fatal.
Silva, who accounted for 47.29% of GS Caltex’s offensive success by scoring 105 offensive points (total score 122 points) in the opening five games of this season, missed two games after suffering a calf injury in the IBK Industrial Bank of Korea game on the 6th.
Silva returned through the Korea Expressway Corporation match on the 19th, but failed to show his skills by recording 10 errors alone, and the team also fell into a 4-game losing streak.
In order to break the losing streak and secure victory, it appears that the most important thing for Director Cheong is to reduce mistakes.
On the 12th, against Heungkuk Life Insurance, he recorded as many as 34 errors and hindered himself. In the Hyundai Engineering & Construction match on the 16th, he made twice as many mistakes as his opponent.
The return and performance of ‘main gun’ Megawatti Puttiwi (registered name Mega) is also expected to be important.
Mega missed the Heungkuk Life Insurance match on the 20th due to thigh pain. Banya Bukiric alone was not enough to overcome the offensive power of Tutku Bourges and Kim Yeon-kyung.
Along with Silva’s revival, GS Caltex needs the performance of strikers such as Stephanie Wyler, Minji Kwon, and Se-yeon Oh.
Fortunately, Wyler appears to have adjusted to the league compared to the beginning of the season, scoring an average of 21.2 points in the last five games.
Min-ji Kwon has accumulated 16 points in the last two games, and Se-yeon Oh is also a player capable of scoring double digits.
The two teams faced each other in the first game of the season on the 20th of last month. At that time, Cheong Kwan-Jang dominated GS Caltex in blocking and won a shutout victory.
In this second round match, which takes place a month later, the joys and sorrows will be divided between the team that has fallen into a swamp of 5 consecutive losses and the team that will break the losing streak and succeed in rebounding.
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What key factors could determine the outcome of the upcoming V-League match between GS Caltex and Cheong Kwan Jang?
Interview between the Time.news Editor and Volleyball Expert, Dr. Sunhwa Lee
Time.news Editor: Good afternoon, Dr. Lee. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the upcoming match between GS Caltex and Cheong Kwan Jang in the V-League. It’s quite a critical time for both teams, isn’t it?
Dr. Sunhwa Lee: Good afternoon! Yes, it certainly is. Both teams are struggling right now, and the pressure is building as they face each other in this must-win situation.
Time.news Editor: Let’s start with GS Caltex. They’ve recently fallen to last place, which is quite a shock for a team of their stature. What do you think has contributed to this sudden downturn?
Dr. Sunhwa Lee: GS Caltex’s struggles can largely be attributed to the absence of their foreign ace, Gisele Silva. She was instrumental in their early success, contributing over 47% of the team’s offensive points. Her recent calf injury, unfortunately, disrupted the team’s momentum. Even in her return, she appeared to struggle, which is clearly reflected in the team’s current losing streak.
Time.news Editor: That makes sense. It sounds like her return was not enough to reverse their fortunes. What are the psychological aspects at play for them with four consecutive losses?
Dr. Sunhwa Lee: The psychological toll of consecutive losses can be significant. It affects the players’ confidence and team dynamics. With every game, the pressure mounts, and players may start to doubt their skills and strategies. They need to focus on rebuilding their confidence and trust each other on the court, especially with a challenging match against Cheong Kwan Jang ahead.
Time.news Editor: And what about Cheong Kwan Jang? They also recently faced a series of losses. Considering they nearly won against the league leader, does that provide any silver lining for them?
Dr. Sunhwa Lee: Absolutely, and it’s an interesting point. The fact that they came close in matches against strong teams like Heungkuk Life Insurance shows that they have the potential to compete at a high level. However, it’s crucial for them to translate those close-call performances into actual wins. The mental hurdle of seeing progress without tangible results can also impact their morale.
Time.news Editor: Looking forward to the match on the 23rd, what strategies should both teams adopt to secure a victory?
Dr. Sunhwa Lee: For GS Caltex, they need to focus on tightening their defense and minimizing errors. Silva must regain her form, but they should also distribute the offensive load among other players to relieve some pressure off her. Cheong Kwan Jang should capitalize on their previous performances against top teams and concentrate on executing their game plan efficiently. They need to maintain their composure and not let previous losses weigh on their performance.
Time.news Editor: Speaking of strategies, what role does the coaching staff play in these crucial moments?
Dr. Sunhwa Lee: The coaching staff has a pivotal role. They need to instill confidence, provide tailored strategies, and make tactical adjustments based on their opponents’ strengths and weaknesses. Coach Ko Hee-jin of Cheong Kwan Jang must motivate his players to focus on the positives, while the GS Caltex coaching team needs to quickly adjust to their recent setbacks and foster a resilient mindset.
Time.news Editor: It’s clear that both matches’ outcomes could shape the league’s standings moving forward. What are your predictions for the upcoming game?
Dr. Sunhwa Lee: It’s difficult to predict the exact outcome, especially given both teams’ current mental states. If GS Caltex can rally under the pressure of needing a win, they might just edge out Cheong Kwan Jang. However, if Cheong Kwan Jang capitalizes on their near-wins and plays with aggression and confidence, they may take the advantage. It should be an exciting match!
Time.news Editor: Absolutely! Thank you, Dr. Lee, for sharing your insights. It will be interesting to see how the teams respond on the court come the 23rd.
Dr. Sunhwa Lee: Thank you for having me! It’s a crucial match for both teams, and I’m looking forward to it as well.