The women's professional volleyball team IBK Altos defeated Hyundai E&C, propelled by an ironclad defense at the net, to kick off the season with a victory.
At crucial moments, IBK's height made all the difference.
Starting from the first set, Victoria and Choi Jeong-min successfully executed three consecutive blocks to gain momentum, shutting down the opponent's attacks with decisive blocks whenever the team faced a tight spot.
Even at match point, Choi Jeong-min put the finishing touch with a flawless block.
Outperforming Hyundai E&C with 12 blocks, which is twice as many as their opponents, IBK clinched a dominant 3-0 sweep in their season opener, and manager Manabe celebrated a victorious debut in the regular league.
Audrey Park, the number one overall draft pick and rookie, made a surprise appearance late in the second set to play her debut match on the Korean stage.
(Video Editing: Park Jung-sam)
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