Bochum fights for the playoffs: Can the stars win in Bremerhaven?

Bochum fights for the playoffs: Can the stars win in Bremerhaven?

On February 14, 2025, the VfL Sparkassen Stars Bochum team came into focus in the basketball world. They are currently fighting for the coveted play-off places in the ProA. Managing Director Tobias Steinert states that the playoffs were not issued as a defined season goal, but the Bochumers still strive to reach a place below the top 8 of the league. The squad shows up in the middle of a tense personnel position, but hope rests on newcomer Tamengan Choh, which shows tremendous progress.

VfL Sparkassen Stars Bochum are currently in fifth place in the ProA and show a strong form, despite considerable injury problems, especially in the center position. A gratifying development is that Choh was able to achieve an impressive double double in the last game and is now going on an international trip. The team laid a strong start in the current season 2024/2025 and is confident on the way to the playoffs.

squad and news

The current Bochum squad includes players like Niklas Geske, Kilian Dietz, Lars Kamp, Tom Alten and Jonas Grof, whose contracts have been extended. In addition, Henning Gustrau play a central role in the team with a double license for CityBaskets Recklinghausen and the newcomers Peter Kalthoff, Keith Braxton, Luka Zajic, Lukas Vasiliu and Tamenang Choh. Head coach Felix Banobre has headed the team since 2019 and managed to deliver a strong team performance despite injuries.

The next home games are also certain. On February 28, Bochum meets the Gladiators Trier in the home game. Before that, however, they have to compete against the Eisbären Bremerhaven on February 15. This challenge is particularly expected, since Bochum strives for a revenge for the last defeat. Bremerhaven is currently a victory in the table and two places behind the Bochumers, which underlines the importance of this game.

ticket sales and viewer interest

The interest in the games of VfL Sparkassen Stars Bochum is also growing. Over 900 tickets for the upcoming home games have already been sold, which indicates a lively viewer interest. Basketball sport seems to be becoming increasingly popular in the Bochum region and beyond, and the upcoming encounter against the Eisbären Bremerhaven is eagerly awaited.