Movistar Estudiantes Takes on Experienced Baloncesto Alcalá

Coach Arasa Acknowledges Alcalá’s Strength

Movistar Estudiantes is set to face Baloncesto Alcalá this Saturday in the twelfth round of the Tercera FEB Regular League. Coach Mariano Arasa has a clear understanding of their opponents, praising their experienced roster despite their current position in the standings. “Alcalá is a great team, with a spectacular roster that’s very balanced. They have that experience, that seniority that always adds up.”

Among those veteran players, Arasa highlighted forwards Max Solé and Juan Gabriel, as well as guards Young, Juanjo Jiménez, Dani Martin, and David Ávila.

Estudiantes Ready Despite Lack of Competition

Although Movistar Estudiantes comes into this match with a 9-1-1 record and 3rd place in the BA subgroup of Conference B, Coach Arasa is aware of the challenge at hand. “We hope not to pay for the lack of competition we have had,” he said, referring to the postponed game against Náutico de Tenerife two weeks ago. “But we are quite encouraged, quite focused on what we have to do.”

Baloncesto Alcalá, ninth in the standings with a 4-7 record, can be considered a dangerous opponent given their veteran presence.

Alcalá’s Experience and Key Stats

Baloncesto Alcalá, under the management of Coach Alberto Garrido “Garri,” is the perfect blend of experience and ambition. Garrido succeeds Ángel Díaz, who continues working with the Club’s technical direction. Notable players include Mike Young, David Ávila, Alberto Torres, and Dani Martin Luna, several of whom have Movistar Estudiantes roots.

In terms of statistics, Alcalá averages 69 points per game, 36.5 rebounds (10.9 offensive and 25.6 defensive), and 12.2 assists. However, they concede an average of 73.5 points per game with a field goal success rate of 37.7%.

Match Details

The match will be officiated by referees Francisco Ndong Obono and Kevin González García. It takes place this Saturday, 8:30 PM, at Movistar Academy Magariños in Madrid.