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Africa-Press – Namibia. <\/strong><\/span>Intensity and drama defined Round 2 of the MTC Volleyball National League, played at the Ondangwa Tennis Courts on Saturday, as teams began asserting themselves early in the season.<\/b><\/p>\n

In the women\u2019s division, Blaze Access Volleyball Club headlined the action with a hard-fought 3\u20132 victory over NDF Phoenix in a five-set thriller. The result capped off a strong outing for Blaze, who had earlier secured a straight-sets win over Afrocat SC Ladies.<\/p>\n

Blaze Access coach Henk Broner says the win was hard-fought built on team spirit.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was a nail-biting win. We got it by the skin of our teeth. Credit to the fighting spirit of the team; they were not really favourites, but the girls never gave up,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

Defending champions Revivals Volleyball Club also made a statement with a 3\u20131 victory over NDF Phoenix, showing composure after their opening round defeat to Nampol, their first since the league\u2019s inception.<\/p>\n

Revivals captain Nokokure Kambatuku says the team is focused on bouncing back.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was a heavy loss, let\u2019s not lie. To be undefeated for two years and then lose in the first round is a lot, but we are doing our best to bounce back and give this season our best,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Unam Queens continued their dominant run with a 3\u20130 win over Kudos Sports Club, while NamPol Volleyball Club cruised to a 3\u20130 victory against Six Stars Volleyball Club.<\/p>\n

In the men\u2019s division, NamPower Volleyball Club, NamPol Volleyball Club, NDF Raptors and defending champions Namibian Correctional Service all recorded solid 3\u20131 victories.<\/p>\n

NDF Raptors were particularly impressive in their win over Brutal Back Volleyball Club, recovering after a slow start to take control of the match.<\/p>\n

Raptors captain Daniel Sindano says adapting to conditions and improving their passing made the difference.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe game was a bit tough. Playing outside is always a problem for us because we train indoors, but we picked up in the second set and gave all our energy to win,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

Despite the loss, Brutal Back showed promise, especially after taking the opening set.<\/p>\n

Coach Brian Mpote says his side lacked leadership in key moments.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe played very well, but we lacked a leader on the court. I think that\u2019s what contributed to the loss,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

Defending champions Namibian Correctional Service saw off Calvary Eagles Sports Club 3\u20131 in a controlled performance, although their opponents showed resilience throughout the contest.<\/p>\n

Calvary Eagles captain Heiki Hamunyera says his side showed improvement despite the defeat.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe came into this game more prepared. It wasn\u2019t a walk in the park for them and we showed that we can compete, but we\u2019ll go back to the drawing board,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

The day, however, ended in controversy as the match between Unam Hard Hitters and Afrocat SC-C was halted due to a dispute over visibility conditions.<\/p>\n

Afrocat SC raised concerns over poor lighting, arguing their players could not properly track the ball. League officials maintained that conditions were playable.<\/p>\n

After deliberations, Afrocat SC-C forfeited the match, handing Unam the victory, a result later confirmed by the Namibia Volleyball Federation.<\/p>\n

The next round of matches is scheduled to take place at Katima Mulilo on 20 to 23 May.<\/p>\n

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