Dresden Eislöwen in the playoff final: Can you win the title?

Dresden Eislöwen in the playoff final: Can you win the title?

On Thursday at 8 p.m., the Dresden Eislöwen will start the DEL2 playoff final series at the Ravensburg TowerStars. This represents the greatest success in the club's history of the Eislöwen, which has worked towards this moment since their last ascent to the second highest German division in 2008. In order to win the championship cup, four victories in this best-of-Seven series are required.

The Ravensburg Towerstars, who have already won the second division championship three times (2011, 2019, 2023), are not entitled to promotion because they have not deposited a guarantee for the DEL. Nine players of the championship team from 2023 are still in the current squad. Trainer Bo Subr brings valuable experience from previous final games, including an ascent with the Löwen Frankfurt in 2022. In contrast, the ice lions, which now play their first series around the trophy.

anticipation and focus

Captain Travis Turnbull expressed that the team is well prepared and the atmosphere in the cabin is consistently positive. "The team is ready to take the last step," he said. Coach Niklas Sundblad also emphasizes that the final is a dream for every player, and he appeals to the team to enjoy the series. The Eislöwen earned their final participation with a convincing 4-0 victory in the sixth semi-final game against the Kassel Huskies.

sports director Matthias Roos warns of the opponent's creativity, especially in comparison to Kassel. He himself dealt intensively on planning and departure to minimize travel traps for the team. "The final participation is not a matter of course," emphasizes Roos and mentions that the ice lions are used to the increased stress of the games.

public interest

A public viewing is offered for the fans on Maundy Thursday in the Joynext Arena, admission is free. This event is likely to attract many supporters, especially since the first two home games of the Eislöwen are already sold out. The first home game takes place on Easter Saturday at 4 p.m.

The upcoming games promise exciting duels because both teams build on their respective strengths. While the ice lions go into the race with their mental strength and team spirit, Ravensburg brings an experienced group to the ice with a first -class final experience. The fight for the title has opened.