The Austrian ice hockey club EC Bregenzerwald could no longer be in the future Alps Hockey League play. Instead, a change to the German one is currently underway Oberliga South checked. The online portal “vol.at” reports on this.
The possible change was announced at the club’s end-of-season party in the trade fair ice rink in Dornbirn thematised. According to club representatives, economic considerations are primarily behind the idea of competing in the southern German league system in the future.
Economic and sporting reasons
According to the club, the sporting level of the Oberliga Süd is comparable to the AlpsHL. At the same time, the league could offer more opportunities for the development of young players. Another advantage would be significantly shorter away trips, as many opponents are based in southern Germany.
In addition, spectator interest in the German league is high. According to club information, clubs in the Oberliga Süd reach an average of around 2,000 fans per game. Numerous supporters also often travel to away games.
Austrian association skeptical
While the German ice hockey association appears to be positive about a possible change, the Austrian association is reacting cautiously. If EC Bregenzerwald leaves the league, only three Austrian teams would be represented in the Alps Hockey League: the EC The Zell Polar Bearsthe EC Kitzbühel as well as the Red Bull Hockey Juniors.
Decision expected at the end of March
According to club management, a final decision on league membership should be made by the end of March. Regardless of this, the club management announced that it wanted to put together a competitive team again for the coming season.
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