Latgale secured a narrow 38:35 victory over ONSK/HK Ogre in Virsliga action on Sunday. The result leaves both sides with one game played and one win between them. By then it was clear the visitors had not expected to leave empty-handed.
The home side started brighter and built an early lead that they maintained through the first half. ONSK/HK Ogre responded well after the break and kept the score tight throughout. And here's the thing — such matches are often decided by the final quarter.
Recent form suggested this would be a contest. Latgale had won three of their last five meetings with Ogre, including a 40:39 win in February. The visitors, meanwhile, had drawn with Jurmala and lost to Salacgriva in December before their last encounter with Latgale ended 24:41.
Both teams now sit level on points at the top of the table after this opening round. The goal difference favours the home side, but there is no reason to read too much into it yet.
