Bulgarian international Alex Grozdanov found a place among the best players of the 22nd round in the Polish PlusLiga. The middle blocker for BOGDANKA LUK Lublin was recognized for his strong performance in his team's victory against Slepsk Malow Suwalki, featuring Asparuh Asparuhov, in the "Bulgarian" derby of the round, notably excelling in his blocking work.
The round delivered unexpected results, and it was precisely the players who led their teams to important successes that were selected for the symbolic lineup.
Ideal Team of the 22nd Round
| Position | Player | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Setter | Lukas Kampa | Barkom Kazhany Lviv |
| Outside Hitter | Zouheir El Graoui | PGE Skra Bełchatów |
| Middle Blocker | Mateusz Bieniek | Aluron CMC Warta Zawiercie |
| Opposite | Damian Schulz | Trefl Gdańsk |
| Outside Hitter | Paweł Halaba | Indykpol AZS Olsztyn |
| Middle Blocker | Alex Grozdanov | BOGDANKA LUK Lublin |
| Libero | Jakub Popiwczak | Aluron CMC Warta Zawiercie |
The squad is balanced between experience and current form. The presence of two middle blockers is noteworthy, suggesting that play at the net was decisive in the key matches of the round.
Grozdanov's strength the block
In the match against Suwalki, the Bulgarian showed high effectiveness in both attack and serve, but his most significant contribution was in blocking the element that often decides close matches in PlusLiga.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total points | 17 |
| Attack | 8/13 |
| Point blocks | 7 |
| Blocked attacks | 4 |
| Aces | 2 |
| Digs | 2 |
The seven point blocks indicate excellent positioning and correct anticipation of the opponent's attack. Eight successful attacks out of 13 attempts provide a stable realization percentage for a middle blocker, and the two aces complement his overall influence on the score. Grozdanov was a constant factor in all sets, and his contribution was not limited solely to statistics
he provided rhythm and confidence in the middle of the net.
Alex Grozdanov's inclusion in the team of the round is a well-deserved recognition of his form in one of the most competitive championships in Europe. The Bulgarian middle blocker continues to solidify his position in PlusLiga, where every strong performance is measured in detail – especially at the net, where he has become a decisive factor. It's no coincidence that he is number one among blockers.
