ASV Hamm on hold: Drama about staying in the league until June 30th!
ASV Hamm-Westfalen is fighting to stay in the 2nd Bundesliga, depending on a replay by the end of June.

ASV Hamm on hold: Drama about staying in the league until June 30th!
There is currently a dramatic book on hold in the handball scene. ASV Hamm-Westfalen moves in an uncertain area of tension between the 2nd Bundesliga and the 3rd league. With the replay between Tusem Essen and Dessau-Roßlauer HV, which has to be rescheduled by June 30th, the club's future hangs in the balance. Despite its 29 plus points and a better goal difference than Dessau, ASV is currently in 16th place and could still be relegated in the worst case scenario. wa.de reports.
The turbulent situation was triggered when the referee overlooked a rule violation in the original game on April 27th, in which Dessau had too many players on the field in the final phase. This led to an objection from Tusem Essen, the success of which could now have a significant impact on the question of relegation. ASV managing director Markus Fuchs describes the current situation as a “straw of hope” but has little influence on the outcome. “We are already holding initial discussions for the 3rd league,” said Fuchs, “which doesn’t make it any easier for us.” sportschau.de refers to the precariousness of the situation.
Uncertain future and squad planning
The uncertainties surrounding the replay make ASV Hamm's squad planning complicated. Some players from Essen and Dessau are on vacation or have already signed new contracts, which makes it even more difficult to play the decisive game. The sporting director Micky Reiners emphasizes that the discussion about the date is not only disadvantageous for the fans, but also for the club. The waiting and the unclear situation are also a psychological challenge. wa.de illuminates the critical points.
The HBL plans to implement the ruling as quickly as possible, but there is no exact time for the replay yet. And this is exactly where the highlight lies: If Dessau wins, ASV Hamm could fall back into a relegation zone, a draw would mean a similar catastrophe, while an Essen win would give Hamm the chance to survive in the 2nd Bundesliga. Mostly fingers crossed that the situation will be clarified as quickly as possible.
Final game schedules and regional rivalries
Should the ASV actually be relegated to the 3rd league, it will be placed in the North-West season. There could be exciting derbies against Ahlener SG and other local rivals. These matches could further heat up the region's sporting atmosphere and captivate fans. However, it currently remains to be seen how the situation will develop. Daikin HBL provides further information to the non-game regulations.
It remains exciting in Hamm and the handball community is eagerly awaiting the outcome of the replay. For the ASV everything is now on one card. A good hand would be more than welcome in this constellation!