We think his absence will affect Germany’s chances at the 2011 European Championship.
Experienced setter, Simon Tischer, will skip the tournament due to an inflamed elbow. We really dont know much about the other 2 setters on the team and if they have the skills and leadership just like Tischer.
After a disastrous 2011 World League wherein Germany failed to advance to the Final Round, it has been a tough season for Coach Lozano. He lost his Grozer due to an injury at the WL and now he loses another player for the most prestigious tournament in Europe. The good news is Grozer is back.
Germany’s Final Roster for the European Championship:
Setters: Patrick Steuerwald, Lukas Kampa
Opposite: Jochen Schöps, Georg Grozer
Middle Blockers: Marcus Böhme, Max Günthör, Stefan Hübner
Outside Hitters: Björn Andrae , Robert Kromm, Marcus Popp, Sebastian Schwarz, Denis Kaliberda
Liberos: Markus Steuerwald, Ferdinand Tille
It’s great to see Bjorn and Grozer back on the team. They are great and experienced players.
Good luck BBs!