Nanterre surprises Chalon in successful Betclic ELITE opener
Expected to build on their strong 2024-2025 season finish and BCL qualification, Chalon stumbled in their first Betclic ELITE game against Nanterre (78-86) this Tuesday, September 30 at the Colisée.
Élan Chalon, coming off their BCL preliminary round successes, saw their high-powered offense stifled by a very solid Paris region defense. Julien Mahé’s team led almost the entire game, with well-balanced scoring and strong rebounding work.
Colisée cooled by Nanterre’s defense
Chalon supporters hoped for another offensive showcase, but Nanterre quickly dampened those hopes. Julien Mahé’s team won three of four quarters, forcing Élan into poor outside shooting (1/16 from 3-point range in the first half, 7/31 total).
In a generally controlled game, eight Nanterre players finished with at least 10 points or 12 in evaluation. Benjamin Sene (16 points) set the tone, well supported by Mathis Dossou-Yovo (12 points), Roko Prkacin (11 points) and Jeremy Senglin (11 points). Young Hugo Yimga-Moukouri (17 years old) also scored his first Betclic ELITE points (10).
Chalon inaccurate and frustrated
For Chalon, Jeremiah Hill tried to lead a comeback (16 points, but 0/7 from 3-point range), supported by Cuthbertson (15 points) and Mutts (11 points). But success was elusive, despite clear dominance in offensive rebounds before halftime (13 in the first period).
Elric Delord even received a double technical foul in crunch time, amid ironic chants from the fans. « We really gave it our all, we can’t blame ourselves, » says the Périgord coach in his post-game debrief. « With average shooting efficiency, it could have gone our way. »
Nos chalonnais s’inclinent sur cette 1ère journée ! Rendez-vous samedi 11 octobre contre Saint Quentin Basket Ball !
📊 Hill 16, Cuthbertson 15, Mutts 11, Gaudoux 10, Darling 7, Leray 5, Nadolny 4, Choupas 3, Leray 2, Tonnellier 2
📸 Charlotte Geoffray#RougeEtBlanc pic.twitter.com/NNIs5FaXxE
— Elan Chalon (@ELANCHALON) September 30, 2025
A strong statement from Nanterre
In his first official game as Nanterre’s head coach, Julien Mahé claims a prestigious victory. The game identity is clear: defensive intensity, high tempo, and threats from all positions. This should boost confidence for a team looking to return to the top of the Betclic ELITE standings after a challenging 2024-2025 season.
Chalon, meanwhile, will need to bounce back quickly after this setback, starting next round, to avoid seeing their Top 4 ambitions fade from the start.
Une victoire de caractère pour entamer cette nouvelle saison ! 🤤💪
Nos Nanterriens s’imposent 78 à 86 sur le terrain de l’@ELANCHALON et se préparent au mieux avant la réception du @BCMBasket ce samedi à la maison. pic.twitter.com/5LoLVRVizb
— Nanterre 92 (@Nanterre92) September 30, 2025
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