The Graz 99ers ended their training camp in Kitzbühel with a 2: 5 defeat against Mannheim, but were still able to take a positive balance. Sports director Philipp Pinter was satisfied after two intensive training weeks.
“We had good phases in the game. On the other hand, Mannheim used our mistakes ice cold,” Pinter told Pinter
Small newspaper. Despite the defeat, the progress of the team is clearly recognizable: “We brought a lot further this week and a lot has happened between the two games.”
Improvements were particularly visible in forechecking and in game structure under pressure. Coach Harry Lange spared Michael Schiechl and Korbinian Holzer at the end of the training week, while Nico Wieser was in goal. In addition, the lines were partially changed to test different lists.
Pinter emphasized that the test games against strong opponents like Mannheim are important: “In the end, it looked clearer than it was. Teams like Mannheim are the opponents that we want to play as often as possible.” In addition to hard training sessions, team building was also on the program, including when visiting a Andreas-Gabalier concert, including a common singing in the backstage area.
After a free Monday, the 99ers continue in preparation. Until the energy Styria trophy on Friday, the coaching team will mainly work on the special teams. On Friday, the Grazer in Liebenau will meet Slovan Bratislava (7.30 p.m.).
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