Mladost II Women earned a 3-1 home win over Split Women in the Prva Liga Women, with set scores of 25-22, 25-20, 22-25 and 25-18. The hosts controlled the first two sets, weathered a third-set response from Split Women and then reasserted themselves to close out the match.

Match overview

Mladost II Women began strongly, using good service pressure and a solid block to take the opening set 25-22. They carried that momentum into the second set, building a lead and holding off Split Women’s attempts to stay in touch. A 25-20 finish put the home side firmly in command.

Split Women refused to fade quietly. They raised their level in the third set, found more success at the net and extended rallies with determined defence. That effort earned them a 25-22 set and a route back into the match. Mladost II Women, however, responded in exactly the manner expected of a home side with a lead, dominating the early part of the fourth set and sealing the win 25-18.

Key moments

The first set was tight at 20-20 before Mladost II Women produced a decisive closing run. A combination of aggressive serving and strong transition play gave them the edge, and Split Women could not find a response in the final points.

Split Women’s third-set win was built on improved blocking and better serving accuracy. They led for much of the set and held their nerve late. But Mladost II Women’s fourth-set start removed any momentum the visitors had gained, with the hosts racing into an early lead and never looking back.

Tactical story

• Mladost II Women’s net defence: The hosts controlled the net for long periods, forcing Split Women into difficult angles.
• Serving consistency: Mladost II Women’s serve kept the visitors under pressure, especially in the first, second and fourth sets.
• Split Women’s third-set adjustment: Better blocking and more patient attacking helped them take the third set.
• Fourth-set response: Mladost II Women restored order with a fast start and disciplined side-out play.

Standout performers

Mladost II Women’s outside hitter was a constant threat in attack, while the middle blocker made important contributions with blocks and quick points. The setter managed the game well, especially in the fourth set when the hosts needed to re-establish control. Split Women’s opposite hitter fought hard throughout, and their libero produced several impressive defensive plays in the third-set revival.

Season impact

This 3-1 victory adds three points to Mladost II Women’s tally in the Prva Liga Women and strengthens their home record. Split Women leave with a competitive display but will be disappointed that their third-set comeback was not backed up in the fourth. For Mladost II Women, the result is a useful confidence boost and a reminder of how effective they can be when their serve and block work together.