LüneHünen shine in the test match: 3-0 against ETV Hamburg!

LüneHünen shine in the test match: 3-0 against ETV Hamburg!

In the midst of the exciting preparations for the new season, the LüneHünen achieved a confident 3-0 victory in their first friendly against ETV Hamburg on September 26, 2025. This game, which took place in front of the home crowd, ended with sets 25:16, 25:15 and 27:25. svg-lueneburg.de reports that there was great joy about the victory, even though it got exciting again at the end.

Assistant coach and sporting director Bernd Schlesinger paid tribute to his team and was very satisfied with the overall performance. He emphasized that some key players were unable to take part due to injuries. However, the test game not only served as practical preparation for the upcoming challenges, but also as a welcome change in everyday training. The support that day was also an important component for the fans, as Ines Laube, former SVG assistant coach, emphasized.

New talent in the ranks of LüneHünen

A special highlight of the day was the nomination of Joris Backhaus, a talented 18-year-old player, who will receive a second game right with the LüneHünen for the new season. This step was seen as a great honor for the young athlete, who was previously captain of the Volleyball Juniors Frankfurt second division team. volleyball-internat.de reports that he was recognized not only for his team leadership, but also for his outstanding achievements last season - including the German U18 championship in beach volleyball.

Backhaus, who started playing volleyball at the age of 11 and is now often used as an outside attacker before starting his career as a setter, has the necessary tools to assert himself in the Bundesliga. His training sessions alongside experienced players are designed to help him improve the dynamics and technical skills he needs for future challenges.

A look into the future

With a clear goal in mind, Backhaus has set herself the ambitious goal of taking part in the U22 World Cup in 2026. His desire to improve is greatly appreciated by his trainer, Dominic von Känel, who praises his progress in training. Joris has not only developed physically, but also worked on the strategic implementation of his game.

His great honor as Frankfurt Young Athlete of the Year, which he received at the Frankfurt Sports Gala 2024, is a recognition of his achievements and runs through his career like a common thread. At this gala, which was attended by around 400 guests, the performance of Backhaus and his partner Jorris Müller was particularly honored, as they entered the race as U17 national cup winners and caused a sensation in their age group.

Finally, it shows that the LüneHünen and especially Joris Backhaus are on the rise in volleyball this season, both locally and at the national level. The upcoming games can be eagerly awaited!