Goyang Sono Falls to Hyundai Mobis in Home Opener
Disappointing Start with Two Consecutive Losses
The Goyang Sono Skygunners were defeated by the Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus 72-80 in their 2025-2026 season LG Electronics professional basketball regular league home opener at Goyang Sono Arena on October 5. With this loss, Sono has started the season with two consecutive defeats, marking a disappointing beginning.
Lee Donghwan, mayor of Goyang Special City, is giving a greeting at the Goyang Sono Arena during the 2025-2026 season LG Electronics professional basketball regular league Goyang Sono Skygunners home opening game on the 5th. Provided by Goyang Special City
Lee Donghwan, mayor of Goyang Special City, attended the game in person, performed the ceremonial first pitch, and encouraged the team. Mayor Lee said, "I hope the team puts on a great performance, inspired by the passionate support of our citizens," expressing his support for a victory in the first home game.
The game was fiercely contested from the outset, but Sono struggled with poor shooting throughout.
Lee Donghwan, mayor of Goyang Special City, is performing the ceremonial first pitch at the Goyang Sono Arena during the 2025-2026 season LG Electronics professional basketball regular league home opener of the Goyang Sono Skygunners on the 5th. Provided by Goyang Special City
Sono's low field goal percentage blocked their scoring opportunities, and they were unable to turn the tide due to Hyundai Mobis's strong perimeter defense. In contrast, Hyundai Mobis controlled the game with accurate outside shooting, securing the win by making 14 three-pointers.
Lee Donghwan, mayor of Goyang Special City (third from the left), is taking a commemorative photo with players at the Goyang Sono Arena on the 5th during the 2025-2026 season LG Electronics professional basketball regular league Goyang Sono Skygunners home opening game. Provided by Goyang Special City
Meanwhile, the Goyang Sono Skygunners will aim for their first victory of the season in their next game.
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