Coach Fumagalli wanted a positive performance away from home to gain the confidence and points needed ahead of the clash against Santa Croce. The players executed. They easily won in Reggio Emilia and now preparing the big game of the 12th of December. Santa Croce is currently third in the league table and possesses excellent players such as outside hitter Tamburo and Czech spiker Michal Hrazdira, who came to the club to substitute the injured Snippe.