Hagen Victorious in Dramatic Play-Off Quarter-Finals
“It was a tough game, but we fought until the very end and it paid off.” – Hagen’s Coach after the victory.
**Merlins’ Surprise Defeat in Deciding Game**
In a gripping encounter at Ilshofen, the Hakro Merlins Crailsheim saw their play-off quarter-finals dream shattered. Hagen snatched victory with a narrow 77:73 margin in the tense fifth and final game.
**Vincent Shahid: A beacon of resilience**
Vincent Shahid, Merlins’ forward, found solace in his opponents’ embraces after the gut-wrenching loss. The defeat marked the end of their play-off journey, bowing out in the quarter-finals.
**A game of two halves**
- The Merlins started strongly, leading by as much as 14 points early in the second quarter.
- Hagen, however, fought back and tied the game at 34-34 heading into the half-time break.
- The visitors maintained their momentum in the third quarter, stretching their lead to 11 points.
- The home side mounted a fightback in the final period, knotting the score at 69-69 with five minutes left on the clock.
- Hagen ultimately managed to hold their nerve and claim victory.
**”We’ll learn from this and come back stronger”**
Despite the devastating defeat, Merlins’ head coach remained optimistic about their future. “We’ll take this loss, learn from it, and come back stronger next season.”
**FAQs**
Who won the play-off quarter-final between Hakro Merlins Crailsheim and Hagen?
Hagen won the game 77:73.
What was the score at half-time?
34:34.
When did the game take place?
May 10, 2025, at Ilshofen.
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“We’re disappointed, but we can’t dwell on it. It’s about how we bounce back.” – Merlins’ forward, Vincent Shahid.
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