New Australian star: Lachlan Bray strengthens Baden Volleys Karlsruhe

New Australian star: Lachlan Bray strengthens Baden Volleys Karlsruhe

The Baden Volleys SSC Karlsruhe have committed a promising new addition to the upcoming first division season with Lachlan Bray. The 25-year-old Australian, who previously played at the Golden Eagles of the University of Charleston in the USA, will strengthen the team of head coach Antonio Bonelli. Bray can look back on an impressive career in which he has set up the all-time record of his college team for most points in one game.

"We are very happy to welcome Lachlan to us," says Antonio Bonelli. "He brings a lot of experience abroad and fits perfectly into our game system." With a size of 1.97 meters and the ability to play both on the external and diagonal position, Bray promises to become a valuable reinforcement for the team.

preparation for the season

The starting shot for the new season is imminent. The Baden Volleys are currently in the decisive phase of preparation. A test game against VfB Friedrichshafen in Biberach will take place on Wednesday, August 21. This event is organized by the volleyball department of TG Biberach. A highlight of the game will be reunited with Milan Kvrzic, who moved from the Baden Volleys to the Friedrichshafen in the summer.

The Baden Volleys travel to MOSER Cup to Moers at the weekend, where they meet strong opponents. The competitors include the champion of the second Bundesliga North and the Dutch A-League VC Limax. These games are an important opportunity for the team to prepare for the challenges of the upcoming season.

the start of the season and ticket information

The game that heralds the countdown for the new season takes place on September 21. The Baden Volleys compete against the WWK Volleys Herrsching in the Lina Radke Stadium at home, and the kick-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. By August 31, volleyball fans have the opportunity to secure a season ticket. The campaign is already drawn attention to itself with the raffle of ten jerseys of the season 24/25 and 20 Baden.

The upcoming home games are another incentive for fans to support the team live:

• Saturday, September 21, 2024, 8:00 p.m. against WWK Volleys Herrsching
• Saturday, 06.10.2024, 8:00 p.m. against Berlin Recycling Volleys

All home games take place in the Lina Radke Hall, and the anticipation for players and fans grows. Bray himself is optimistic: "I saw a few games of the team on YouTube and am thrilled with the energy that the team exudes. Since we are very young, we have nothing to lose and can go to the field without fear," he explains. His ambitions are clear; Bray wants to build on the successes of the previous year and win with his new team.

With the entry of Lachlan Bray into the team, the Baden Volleys SSC Karlsruhe is ready to confidently address the challenges of the new season. The newcomer not only brings experience, but also a fresh perspective that the Bonelli team could further advance. In a month it will be shown whether the preparations are fruitful and whether the Baden Volleys can fulfill the hopes placed in them.

The Baden Volleys SSC Karlsruhe stands ago, especially through the commitment of Lachlan Bray, a promising player with a solid experience in American college volleyball. The decision to sign a player with international experience is not only a strategic reinforcement of the squad, but also reflects the endeavor to increase competitiveness in the league.

Bray, who moved to the University of Charleston in 2019, impressed with outstanding performances, which makes him a valuable new addition for the team. The Australian not only has the ability to act as an outdoor attacker, but can also be used flexibly on the diagonal position. This gives the coaching team around Antonio Bonelli more tactical options and a broader fluctuation in the game structure.

Karlsruhe and the volleyball scene

Karlsruhe looks back on a long history in volleyball and is known for his committed volleyball community. The Baden Volleys SSC Karlsruhe association has made major progress in the German Volleyball Bundesliga in recent years. The team not only focused on local talents, but also integrated international players to increase the performance density in the squad. The integration of players like Bray can be seen as a step to build a sustainably successful team.

The Volleyball Department of Baden Volleys strives to develop talented players and at the same time create a strong, competitive environment. In recent years, the association has made a name for itself through successful youth work and the training of young talents. This development is also due to committed trainer work, which promotes both technical skills and team dynamics.

Current developments and statistics

The Baden Volleys are standing ago, which is also shaped by the interest of the fan base. The season ticket special campaign is a sign of the active integration of fans into team dynamics. Applications for the season tickets have increased in recent years, which is also reflected in the spectator for games.

Ticket sales for the coming season show a positive picture, and the expectations for the number of spectators in the Lina Radke Hall are high. Last year, an average of over 1,500 fans per game visited the home games. One goal of the association is to increase these numbers and create an individual experience for fans to strengthen the connection to the team.