Citybasket Recklinghausen wins 1. Regionalliga home premiere

Citybasket Recklinghausen secured a 72-69 victory against the Rheinstars Köln second team in their home premiere following their return to the 1. Regionalliga. The match, played before approximately 500 spectators, was highly competitive, with Köln leading at halftime.

Gilbert Gyamfi led the home team with 28 points and 8 rebounds, supported by Lavon Hightower with 19 points and Leevi Erkkilä. Despite a late surge from Köln, Citybasket reclaimed the lead through free throws by Luka Petronic and Lennard Kaprolat to seal the win.