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Traiskirchen Sends Oberwart Packing in Basketball Cup Upset

Traiskirchen⁤ Lions Dominate Oberwart,‍ Advance to Semi-Finals

The Arkadia Traiskirchen Lions roared to victory against the Oberwart Gunners on January 18th, securing their place in the semi-finals of the Austrian basketball championship. A dominant performance, fueled ⁤by the return​ of key player Benedikt Güttl, saw the Lions overwhelm their opponents with a final score of 76-62.

Aleksej Kostic scoring for Traiskirchner
Aleksej Kostic scored‌ 23 points for ⁣Traiskirchner, showcasing extraordinary long-range‍ shooting. Photo: M.Proell

The Lions‍ controlled the game from the opening tip,establishing⁣ a notable lead in the first quarter.the absence of Oberwart’s star player, Robert‌ Allen, considerably hampered their efforts, especially ⁤on ⁣the boards. While the gunners managed some late-game scoring, it was ultimately too little, too ​late against the superior Traiskirchen team.

“What a​ mighty lion performance! And what a party atmosphere in the Lions Dome!” exclaimed‍ a jubilant fan following the game. The ​energy in ⁢the arena was palpable⁣ as the lions showcased their ​skill ‍and teamwork.

Güttl’s Return Fuels Lions’ Success

The return of⁣ Benedikt Güttl proved to⁤ be a game-changer for the Lions.His presence​ on the court⁣ bolstered the team’s overall performance, contributing significantly to their decisive victory.Aleksej Kostic ‍also had a standout performance,‍ scoring 23 points, many from beyond the arc.

The semi-final ⁤matchup pits the Traiskirchen Lions against their rivals⁣ from Klosterneuburg. This highly anticipated clash promises to ​be a thrilling contest, with both teams vying for a spot in the championship game. Basketball ‍fans across Austria are eagerly ‌awaiting this blue-yellow showdown.

The game highlights the intense competition within⁣ the Austrian basketball league⁣ and underscores the lions’ determination to claim the championship title.Their dominant performance against ⁤Oberwart serves as a strong statement of intent​ as they head into the semi-finals.


The Arkadia Traiskirchen Lions beat the Oberwart Gunners on january⁢ 18th‌ with ​a‌ final score of 76-62, ‍advancing them to the semi-finals of the ⁢Austrian basketball championship. [1]

The lions were led by the return of‍ key‌ player Benedikt Güttl and a ‌standout performance from Aleksej Kostic, who scored 23 points. [1] The Lions ⁣will now face ⁣their ⁣rivals ​from Klosterneuburg in the semi-finals. [1]

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