Mistra Secure Convincing 31–26 Victory Over HC Cocks

September 21, 2025

Mistra delivered a commanding performance in the Baltic Handball League on Sunday afternoon, defeating HC Cocks 31–26. The “visitors” took early control and built an unassailable lead by halftime (19–9), before resisting Cocks’ second-half surge to claim two valuable points.

Match Summary

HC Cocks opened brightly, scoring the first two goals of the game through Daniel Tulander and Miika Kaukoranta. However, after 10 minutes, Mistra found their rhythm. Led by the prolific Karl Roosna, who netted 9 goals, and the clinical finishing of Romet Nõgene and Arno Vare, the Estonian side established a 10-goal halftime cushion.

Despite a spirited response after the break, with Santeri Vainionpää (6 goals) and Teemu Tamminen (5 goals, including 2 from the penalty line) leading Cocks’ charge, the deficit proved too large. Mistra managed the game calmly in the final stages, sealing the 31–26 away win.

Key Performers

• Mistra:
  • Karl Roosna – Outstanding with 9 goals from 11 attempts, anchoring Mistra’s attack.
  • Arno Vare – Reliable from the 7-meter line (2/3) and added 4 field goals.
  • Romet Nõgene – Contributed 4 goals, including crucial strikes during the first-half run.
• HC Cocks:
  • Santeri Vainionpää – Top scorer for the hosts with 6 goals, leading the second-half rally.
  • Teemu Tamminen – Added 5 goals and drew key fouls, keeping Cocks within striking distance.
  • Niko Hållman – Scored 4 goals, providing energy in Cocks’ offense.

Turning Points

• First-Half Dominance: After a balanced opening (4–4, 7’), Mistra’s 6–1 run broke the game open. Clinical finishing from Roosna and Vare pushed the score to 15–7 by the 25th minute.
• Penalty Misses Costly for Cocks: Both Tamminen and Almander failed to convert 7-meter throws in the first half, stalling momentum when the game was still within reach.
• Second-Half Fightback: Vainionpää and Tamminen combined to reduce the gap to 22–27 (54’), but Mistra responded immediately through Roosna and Martin Nerut to close out the win.