In dramatic fashion, Skara HF secured the club’s first national title by defeating IK Sävehof. The game was decided in overtime, where Skara HF managed to pull off a 31–28 victory.
IK Sävehof´s three-year championship streak came to an end last night. Game four was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams goalkeepers putting in top performances. At halftime Sävehof had a one-goal lead, with the score being kept down to just 10-9.
The second half was full of lead changes. Both teams held three-goal leads at certain points, but neither side could pull away. Emma Gyltman tied the game for Skara HF with less than a minute left. IK Sävehof had a chance to win the game, but couldn’t convert.
In overtime, IK Sävehof struggled offensively and Skara HF could secure their first-ever national title. Emma Gyltman was the hero of the match, scoring an incredible twelve goals.
After the game, there were huge celebrations both among players and fans.
– It was a dream come true, says Emma Gyltman to local newspaper SKLT after the game.