The southern team, which finished second in the regular season, will face Rubí Cent Patins this Saturday at 7:00 PM in a best-of-three semifinal. The return match is scheduled for next Saturday, May 2, at 6:00 PM at the Las Galletas pavilion. If necessary, a third and decisive match would be played on Sunday, also in Las Galletas, at 12:00 PM.
The Tenerife squad approaches this final phase with serious chances of winning the championship, although they acknowledge the favoritism of Molina Sport. The Gran Canaria team has had an impeccable regular season, with 18 victories and the Copa del Rey under their belt, precisely after defeating Cent Patins. Arona Guanches has been the only team capable of standing up to Molina Sport, demonstrating their potential in a close previous encounter.
“"These playoffs are a very good opportunity to achieve something great."
The team's current situation contrasts sharply with that of a year ago, when Arona Guanches secured their place in the category at the last minute. That experience prompted a deep restructuring of the project, which included the incorporation of several world-class signings, drastically transforming the team's results and mentality.
This semifinal against Cent Patins has a revenge component, as the Catalan team eliminated the Tenerife side in the Copa del Rey this season. The Arona Guanches coaching staff has expressed their desire for redemption and to learn from past mistakes. Furthermore, a recent match in which the team lost to bottom-placed Castellón has served as an important lesson on the need to maintain focus at all times.
“"We can stand up to Molina and win the final. We are eager to fight for the title, but first we have to win this tie and we want to do things well."
