Match Report: Victoria Górnik Walbrzych Beat Asseco Arka Gdynia 95-88

Victoria Górnik Walbrzych delivered a statement road performance by defeating Asseco Arka Gdynia 95-88 in the Polska Liga Koszykowki on October 25, 2026. The visitors used balanced scoring and a strong fourth-quarter finish to secure a win that will be noticed around the league.

Asseco Arka Gdynia started well and kept the game close through the opening half, but Walbrzych’s perimeter shooting and transition offense gradually took over. The final score was not fully settled until the closing minutes, when the visitors converted key free throws and came up with crucial defensive rebounds.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

• First quarter: Asseco Arka Gdynia 24, Victoria Górnik Walbrzych 22
• Second quarter: Asseco Arka Gdynia 20, Victoria Górnik Walbrzych 27
• Third quarter: Asseco Arka Gdynia 23, Victoria Górnik Walbrzych 20
• Fourth quarter: Asseco Arka Gdynia 21, Victoria Górnik Walbrzych 26

Walbrzych led 49-44 at halftime after a productive second quarter, then survived an Arka response in the third that cut the lead to two points. The fourth quarter belonged to the visitors, who found open shooters and attacked the basket with purpose when Arka’s defense rotated.

Key Moments and Tactical Story

The decisive run came early in the fourth quarter. Walbrzych knocked down consecutive three-pointers and followed with a fast-break layup to push the lead to nine points. Arka answered with a mini-run of their own, but Walbrzych’s spacing and ball movement consistently created quality looks against the home defense.

Asseco Arka Gdynia stayed within striking distance thanks to their inside scoring and offensive rebounding, but they struggled to contain Walbrzych’s backcourt penetration. The visitors also did a better job of controlling tempo late, using the shot clock and drawing fouls to prevent Arka from building momentum.

Standout Players

Rafał Nowicki led Victoria Górnik Walbrzych with 24 points, including several timely three-pointers in the second half. Michał Duda added 18 points and 10 rebounds, giving the visitors a strong inside-out combination. For Asseco Arka Gdynia, Mateusz Kaczmarek scored 21 points, while their frontcourt kept the team in the game with physical play around the rim.

What the Result Means

The 95-88 victory is a meaningful road win for Victoria Górnik Walbrzych in the Polska Liga Koszykowki standings. It shows they can compete with one of the league’s more established clubs and execute in a high-pressure environment. Asseco Arka Gdynia will view it as a missed opportunity at home, especially after staying close for three quarters.