The Chinese Women's Volleyball League (CWL) round 1 was intense as both Guangzhou and Shanghai finished their season with impressive records, while Beijing and Chengdu had disappointing performances.
Guangzhou finished the season with a record of 5-2, which included victories over rival teams such as Guangdong and Shandong. The team's defense was strong, allowing only two goals per game and limiting opponents to just five points per match. However, Guangzhou struggled against stronger opposition, including losses to top-seeded teams such as Liaoning and Fujian.
Shanghai, on the other hand, finished the season with a record of 4-3, which included victories over top-seeded teams such as Jiangsu and Sichuan. The team's offense was also strong, scoring at least three goals per match and limiting opponents to just one point per match. However, Shanghai's defense was not as good as Guangzhou's, allowing opponents to score more than four goals per match.
In terms of results, Guangzhou led the league with a record of 8-2, while Beijing and Chengdu were tied for second place with a combined record of 6-4. Despite their different records, both teams have shown great potential and can compete with any team in the league.
Overall, it is clear that Guangzhou and Shanghai will be competing hard throughout the season, but they need to improve their defense if they want to stay competitive. On the other hand, Beijing and Chengdu may face some tough competition, especially if they continue to struggle against weaker opposition.