Nick Bailen will leave the Graz99ers in the summer and move to Vienna. This is already certain – we have reported on it. The defender says goodbye to Graz as champions after making a significant contribution to the first title in the club’s history.
Clear words of farewell
“I’m sad that this trip ends in the summer,” Bailen told the “Kronen Zeitung”. The 35-year-old looks back on an intense time that is now coming to an end with the greatest possible success.
The move to Vienna is not just for sporting reasons. The family played a central role in the decision – a suitable school was found for the children in the capital.
Top performers in winning the title
Bailen leaves big shoes to fill in terms of sport. With 62 points, he set a new record for the 99ers as a defender and was one of the key players on the way to the championship title.
The American gained international experience and individual awards over the years – but the title in Graz now represents the highlight of his career.
Difficult times overcome
It was anything but certain that Bailen would still play at this level. He fought back impressively after injury problems.
“I had a lot of problems and even considered quitting,” he said. “This title means even more to me.”
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