Ulm celebrates despite the defeat: players praise unique fan support!

Ulm celebrates despite the defeat: players praise unique fan support!

The 2025 basketball season was a very special highlight for Ratiopharm Ulm. After an exciting journey, which was characterized with a fixed fan base and numerous emotional moments, the Ulm secured the runner-up in the basketball Bundesliga. Despite the narrow defeat in the decisive game against Bayern Munich, in which only four points were missing to the title, the team looks back satisfied for the past few months.

Karim Jallow, one of the players, highlighted the extraordinary support of the fans in an interview. "Every game in the ratiopharm arena was a highlight," enthused the athlete. New arrivals in the team were overwhelmed by the backdrop that fans created with their enthusiasm. After the emotional finale and a long season, the official team discount took place on Friday, where players and fans shared a last warm encounter. Autographs, selfies and small conversations shaped this special evening, which impressively underlined the connection between team and followers.

an exciting course of the season

The start of the season was a real dream for Ulm: six victories booked the players at the beginning, both in the league and in the Eurocup. However, the euphoria was interrupted by a defeat in the cup round of ulcer against Bamberg and a small series of defeat. It was all the more gratifying the friendly against the Portland Trail Blazers, which caused a breath of fresh air and helped the team to find back to the form in the league. In spring, numerous home wins followed, in which Ulm repeatedly scored over 100 points.

Coach Ty Harrelson was proud of his team and his cohesion. "We didn't shape an outstanding single player, but a unit," he said. This team feeling was particularly evident during the playoffs. Ulm impressively prevailed with a sweep against Alba Berlin in the quarterfinals and mastered the semi-finals against Würzburg in a gripping series with 3 to 2. The impressive choreographies of the fans during the knockout round contributed to the electrifying mood.

team spirit and cohesion

The key to success was not only the sporting performance, but also the sophisticated team building. The players had to think in the interest of the entire team. Rules and discipline were crucial, like Lothar Linz, a recognized team development expert. "The group is more important than the individual," he emphasizes. This thought was exemplified by Ben Saraf's decision, despite the possible NBA-draft participation with the team to fight the championship. Saraf was celebrated as a symbol of the team spirit during the enema, and this cohesion made a significant contribution to the success of the season.

The visibly happy television and the news from Ratiopharm Ulm prove the great connection that has grown in the course of the season. For everyone who loves basketball or want to take a look at the team, the coming months will certainly be promising.