Eastern clubs receive Bundesliga licenses
All five women's teams from eastern Germany and Berlin have received a license for the Bundesliga or the second division. The clubs had to comply with changes to the licensing procedure.
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German cup winners focus on young talent
Volleyball Bundesliga club Dresdner SC remains true to its philosophy and once again integrates talented youngsters from its own ranks. Mette Pfeffer and Teresa Ziegenbalg sign their first professional contracts.
Applications for the Female Founder Award until the end of June
Creative and courageous female entrepreneurs wanted: Applications for Saxony's Female Founder Award can still be submitted until the end of the month.
Dresden volleyball players strengthen their squad with Amanda Siksna
The German volleyball cup winners Dresdner SC are pushing ahead with their squad planning. With the Canadian Amanda Siksna, the club has announced its fifth new signing.
RB new signing Chmielinski returns to the Bundesliga
RB Leipzig sign another midfielder. The former Potsdam player also promises to score goals.
Cup winners Dresden strengthen their team with Rosa Entius
With Rosa Entius, the German volleyball cup winner and Champions League participant brings the second Dutchwoman to the Elbe.
Thüringer HC signs Hungarian international Faragó
The team that finished third in the Bundesliga last season has found what it was looking for in terms of reinforcements. A circle player has joined on loan.
Hungarian Diána Németh ninth new signing for RB women
RB Leipzig have brought in another defender for the upcoming Bundesliga season. This brings the total number of new signings to nine.
Women in sport in Saxony: over every hurdle to equality
Discover the development of women in sport in Saxony since the 19th century. The exhibition "Over every hurdle" highlights their successes and struggles.
Coach Waibl extends contract in Dresden
Alexander Waibl has won a total of eleven titles with the DSC volleyball team since 2009. The successful coach will remain with the cup winners and Champions League participants until 2030.
Thüringer HC secures third place
In the final game of the season, the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team put on a spectacular display against Borussia Dortmund. The result was an unexpectedly clear victory.
Cup winners Dresden strengthen their squad with Jette Kuipers
The German volleyball cup winners announce their next personnel decision and bring a Dutch player to the Elbe.
Top new signing for RB women: Lisa Baum joins from HSV
The XXL upheaval at RB Leipzig's women's soccer team continues. Now a highly talented midfielder is coming to Leipzig from Hamburg.
Thüringer HC misses out on final
In the third semi-final match, the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team had no chance against HB Ludwigsburg. They will play for third place in Dortmund at the end of the season.
Lack of space in Saxon shelters from violence
Anyone suffering domestic violence can find temporary refuge in one of Saxony's 17 women's and child protection facilities. There are also facilities for men. Sometimes they are all fully booked.
Thüringer HC equalizes semi-final series
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team has recovered well from the heavy defeat in the first semi-final. They achieved an astonishingly commanding home win against HB Ludwigsburg.
Cup winners Dresden strengthen their squad with Jacque Lynn Armer
After numerous departures, volleyball Bundesliga club Dresdner SC has now announced its first new signing for the new season.
Seventh RB newcomer: Delice Boboy arrives from Leverkusen
Ten players have left RB Leipzig. Now an attacker has joined from a league rival.
RB women lose to favored Frankfurt women
RB also fails to win its last game of the season. But there is some personnel news: Leipzig sign a new right-back.
Thüringer HC goes down in Ludwigsburg
After their triumph in the European League, Thüringer HC's handball players experience a hard landing in the Bundesliga. They have no chance at all in the first play-off semi-final in Ludwigsburg.
Another five departures from the RB Leipzig women's soccer team
RB Leipzig's female footballers have to cope with another five departures. This means that ten players have already left the Bundesliga club.
Fifth addition: striker Oteng joins RB Leipzig
The upheaval at RB Leipzig's women's soccer team continues. After the many departures in the summer, RB now has a speedy striker from London as its fifth new signing.
Saxony delivers least often by caesarean section
More and more caesarean sections, fewer and fewer natural births - the proportion of surgical deliveries is growing nationwide. In Saxony, however, the trend remains remarkably weak.
Thüringer HC wins European League title
The handball players of Thüringer HC beat the favorites Ikast Handbold in a spectacular European League final. One player stands out in the biggest success in the club's history.
Strong Thüringer HC advances to the final
The Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team are going for the European League title. They beat Dijon in the semi-final with ease. The top favorite now awaits in the final.
Leipzig women lose 0:1 in Leverkusen
It was not until the second half that the Leipzig team had any opportunities. However, a goal could no longer be celebrated.
Seven departures for volleyball cup winners Dresdner SC
The face of volleyball Bundesliga club Dresdner SC will change in the new season. The German cup winners have announced a further seven departures.
Next departure: Katja Wienerroither leaves RB Leipzig
The upheaval at RB Leipzig's women's soccer team continues. Wienerroither is now the fifth player to leave.
Lorena Lorber Fijok also remains loyal to Dresden
After top scorer Marta Levinska, another top performer has extended her contract in Dresden. There is also news about a home-grown player.
Squad shake-up at RB continues: Schaller also leaves
Full-back Schaller only returned from injury at the beginning of the year. Her contract will not be extended.
Top volleyball players extend their stay in Dresden
Despite other offers, top scorer Marta Levinska remains loyal to cup winners Dresden for another season. Patricia Nestler also signs a new contract.
Sarah Straube leaves Dresden volleyball team
Volleyball Bundesliga club Dresdner SC is losing a formative player in director Sarah Straube. After six seasons, she is moving abroad.
Reichert leads Thüringer HC into the playoff semi-finals
The Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team played confidently for a long time in Bensheim, but then made life difficult for themselves. Thanks to the top scorer, it was enough to win.
Schweriner SC wins title after comeback win against Dresden
Schwerin has it in its own hands to clinch its 13th championship in its third clash against DSC. The visitors were clearly better at the start, but the SSC managed a furious comeback.
0:3 against Essen: RB Leipzig women completely off their game
Against an opponent from the bottom third of the table, Leipzig's players were shockingly weak. The negative trend of recent weeks continues unabated.
Talented Rucy Grunenberg gets professional contract with RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig's female soccer players also focus on talent. One 18-year-old is delighted to have signed a professional contract.
Schwerin's volleyball players almost through after victory in Dresden
After their second victory over cup winners Dresdner SC, Schwerin are now just one win away from winning their 13th title in the club's history. Once again, the duel is a clear-cut affair.
Former national team player Anja Mittag leaves RB Leipzig
Anja Mittag worked for the Saxon club for six years and even laced up her own soccer boots. Now the Olympic champion is looking for new challenges abroad.
Thüringer HC leads against Bensheim
After a furious first half, the Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team still had to tremble in the playoff opener, but held their nerve in the final phase.
Schweriner SC wins first final match against Dresdner SC
A maximum of five matches will decide who becomes German women's volleyball champion. In the first duel, Schweriner SC prevails against Dresdner SC. The match is exciting for a long time.
Schwerin coach praises final opponent Dresden: "Highest respect"
The revenge is off. Schwerin's volleyball players will not face defending champions Stuttgart in the final series for the German championship. Their opponents are Dresdner SC.
Dresden volleyball players surprise in the final
Dresden SC's volleyball players can continue to dream of their seventh championship title. The German cup winners eliminated defending champions Stuttgart in the semi-finals. Now they face Schwerin.
Dresden volleyball players fend off the end of the season
The volleyball players of Dresdner SC can continue to dream of the double. The German cup winners force a deciding match against MTV Stuttgart.
Farewell in the summer: Vanessa Fudalla leaves RB Leipzig
Vanessa Fudalla has been RB Leipzig's leading scorer so far. After five years, she is looking for a new challenge.
Dresden volleyball players lose first semi-final
The Dresden SC Stuttgart women's volleyball team were beaten three times in the main round. Now the cup winners have also lost their first semi-final match against the defending champions.
First new addition: RB women sign Schasching
The first new signing for the women of RB Leipzig is fixed. Annabel Schasching joins from a league rival.
Thüringer HC advances to the Final Four
After a strong start, the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team is in trouble in the quarter-final second leg in Ramnicu Valcea, but holds its nerve in the final phase.
Dresden volleyball players advance to the semi-finals
German cup winners Dresdner SC can continue to dream of the championship title. The team from the city on the Elbe left nothing to be desired against Wiesbaden. Now a tough opponent awaits.
First win: Carl Zeiss Jena surprises in Cologne
Carl Zeiss Jena has hope in the relegation battle. The promoted team swapped places with the inferior hosts with their first win of the season.
Zwickau only draw in basement duel with Leverkusen
Leverkusen had yet to pick up a point - then came Zwickau. With the draw, the West Saxons have probably lost an advantage in the relegation round.
Victoria Krug extends her contract with RB Leipzig
The defensive player has been at Leipzig for four years. And will be playing for RB for at least one more season.
Dresden volleyball players start play-offs with victory
The German cup winners lived up to their role as favorites at the start of the quarter-finals. However, the third-placed team in the main round had to work hard for the win against Wiesbaden.
Thüringer HC wins first leg of quarter-final
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team have their sights set on a place in the Final Four of the European League. They built up a six-goal cushion against Ramnicu Valcea.
Thüringer HC loses in Blomberg
Thüringer HC's women's handball team falls back in the Bundesliga after another defeat. In Blomberg, a weak defensive performance was their undoing.
Thüringer HC narrowly loses in summit duel
The Bundesliga handball players of Thüringer HC put up a great fight against HB Ludwigsburg, but run after a deficit in vain. They lack penetration in attack.
Dresden volleyball players make a statement in Wiesbaden
One week before the start of the play-offs, Dresden SC's volleyball players conclude the main round with a win in Wiesbaden. They will face the Hessians again in the quarter-finals.
Carl Zeiss Jena surprises with draw at RB Leipzig
Carl Zeiss Jena set an example for RB Leipzig in the relegation battle in the women's Bundesliga. The favorites from Saxony tried hard, but not hard enough.
Tendon broken: RB Leipzig without Starke for months
Setback for RB Leipzig: The women's soccer team will have to make do without a key player for a long time.
Thüringer HC celebrates thunderous win against Göppingen
After a disastrous start, the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team lives up to its role as favorites. In the end, they set a new record.
Dresden volleyball players impress against Aachen
Less than a week after their cup win in Mannheim, the Dresden SC women's volleyball team did not show any weaknesses on their return to league action. They completed their compulsory task against Aachen.
0:2: RB Leipzig misses out on first points against Wolfsburg
Fourth attempt, fourth defeat: RB Leipzig's women were too passive against Wolfsburg. A stable performance was enough for the team from Lower Saxony.
Appeals for Women's Day: equal rights and protection
Every year on March 8, International Women's Day, women's rights are commemorated. Even in Germany, equality between men and women has not yet been fully achieved.
DGB calls for equal rights on Women's Day
Every year on March 8, International Women's Day, women's rights are commemorated. Even in Germany, complete equality between men and women has still not been achieved.
Low proportion of female doctors in management positions in Saxony
Overall, slightly more female doctors work in clinics and practices than male doctors. However, there is still a major imbalance elsewhere.
Compulsory military service in Germany? Why Marie-Sophie Jacobs decided to do voluntary military service
Compulsory military service debate in Germany: Marie-Sophie Jacobs reports on her experiences in the Bundeswehr, the challenges of being a woman in military service and her view of the current debate on the reintroduction of compulsory military service.
Pichlmeier from Thüringer HC ends career
Born in Hanover, she played for the THC for two years. Personal reasons were the decisive factor in her decision.
Schwarz-Weiß Erfurt likely to remain first-class
In sporting terms, the volleyball players from Erfurt were not competitive this season. However, an increase in the Bundesliga means that they can continue to play at the top.
Dresden volleyball players lose top match
One week before the cup final in Mannheim, Dresden SC's volleyball players mess up their dress rehearsal. They were clearly defeated in the top match at league leaders Schwerin.
Thüringer HC squeezes into the quarter-finals
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team trailed for a long time against the underdog Elche. Csenge Kuczora was the main reason why they managed to turn the game around.
Thüringer HC goes down in Larvik
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team had no chance from the start in Norway. After the 25:38 debacle, their place in the quarter-finals is suddenly in danger again.
Despite falling behind: RB Leipzig prevents Turbine from winning
Turbine Potsdam take the lead in a match for the first time this season. However, RB Leipzig only needed a few minutes to turn the game around.
Saxony approves Violence Assistance Act in the Bundesrat
From 2032, women will be entitled to protection from violence by law. The federal government wants to support the federal states with billions to achieve this. The Bundesrat agrees, but also voices criticism.
Dresden volleyball players win confidently against Suhl
The DSC women's volleyball team kept their chances in the battle for first place alive with a clear victory in the eastern duel.
Thüringer HC celebrates away win
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team did not shine in Oldenburg, but ultimately prevailed in commanding fashion - although the top scorer remained pale for a long time.
Dresden volleyball players win in Münster
Three weeks before the cup final in Mannheim, the Dresden volleyball players win the dress rehearsal in Münster in a fiercely contested match. That makes for an exciting duel for the trophy.
Thüringer HC shines against Braila
The Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team outplay the title contenders from Romania in the European League. Goalkeeper Dinah Eckerle paves the way, the second half turns into a spectacle.
RB Leipzig's women's soccer players win confidently at Werder Bremen
RB Leipzig's women continue to climb up the Bundesliga table. One player in particular impresses against their neighbors from Bremen.
Reichert throws Thüringer HC to victory
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball players end their mini crisis against Bensheim. They play confidently for a long time before they still have to tremble. The top scorer becomes the match winner.
Leipzig player Joly banned for two matches
Lou-Ann Joly had only just slipped into RB Leipzig's starting eleven. Now she will have to sit out the next two games.
FC Bayern starts the second half of the season with a narrow win in Leipzig
RB Leipzig host FC Bayern Munich on matchday 13 of the women's Bundesliga. An early goal is enough for the German champions to stay level on points with the league leaders.
Thüringer HC embarrasses itself at penultimate place
The Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team disappoint across the board in Neckarsulm and forfeit second place.
Thüringer HC embarrasses itself at penultimate place
The Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team disappoint across the board in Neckarsulm and lose second place.
Dresden volleyball players fulfill duty against Erfurt
Two days after their defeat in Stuttgart, the Dresden SC volleyball team returned to winning ways. They celebrated a clear and unchallenged victory against Schwarz-Weiß Erfurt.
Dresden volleyball players clearly defeated by Stuttgart
Volleyball Bundesliga club Dresdner SC has suffered a setback in the battle for the top of the table. The third-placed team in the table was again beaten by champions Stuttgart in their third meeting.
Thüringer HC without a chance in summit duel
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team can only keep up with HB Ludwigsburg in the first half. After the break, the favorites quickly establish a clear situation.
Thüringer HC misses surprise
In the third group match of the European League, the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team was caught out for the first time. They only lose out to the favorites from Braila in the final phase.
Dresden volleyball players defeat runner-up Potsdam
After beating a B team from SC Potsdam, the Dresden volleyball players also beat the Brandenburg team with their best line-up for the second match in a row.
Thüringer HC salvages draw against Metzingen
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team is unable to continue its winning streak. However, after trailing by six goals, they at least managed to earn a point.
Winning goal 18 seconds before the end for Thüringer HC
In Elche, the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team was unable to build on its recent brilliant performances. However, they find a way to win in a thrilling final phase.
Thüringer HC dominates top game in Dortmund
With their best performance of the season, the Thuringian Bundesliga women's handball team outplayed the current league leaders. League top scorer Reichert in particular is unstoppable.
RB Leipzig sign Japanese player Mai Kadowaki from Sweden
The women's Bundesliga club from Leipzig has brought in a technically skilled attacking player and is hoping for more dynamism. A long-term contract has been signed in return.
Thüringer HC starts with clear home win
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team put in a strong performance at the start of the group stage in the European League. A preliminary decision was already made in the first half against Larvik.
Dresden volleyball players lose against Stuttgart
Dresden SC's volleyball players were unable to take advantage of their chances against Stuttgart and lost the top match and the lead in the table against the defending champions.
Thüringer HC extends winning streak
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team put in a respectable performance in their home game against Leverkusen. However, it only becomes clear when goalkeeper Dinah Eckerle turns up the heat.
Dresden volleyball players defend their lead in the table
After the clear defeat against Schwerin, the volleyball players of Dresden SC show a reaction. They return to winning ways against Suhl.
Thüringer HC wins eastern duel against Zwickau
The Bundesliga handball players of Thüringer HC struggle for a long time against BSV Sachsen Zwickau before finally living up to their role as favorites. They can rely on their top scorer.
Thüringer HC celebrates fourth win in a row
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team may not have put in a brilliant performance in Göppingen at the end of the season, but in the end they came out on top.
Dresden volleyball players suffer first home defeat
Dresdner SC's women's volleyball team ended the year with a defeat. Despite an outright defeat in the East derby against Schwerin, they remain top of the table.
Thüringer HC fights back to win at home
The Thuringian handball team struggled to get back into the Bundesliga, but nevertheless won the duel against Blomberg-Lippe.
RB Leipzig sign Icelandic player Emilía Kiær Ásgeirsdóttir
The women's Bundesliga club has signed the 19-year-old international to a long-term contract.