Grizzlys lose exciting test match against Iserlohn 2:3!

Grizzlys lose exciting test match against Iserlohn 2:3!

The first meeting of the pre-season between the Grizzlys Wolfsburg and the Iserlohn Roosters ended today with a narrow defeat for the Grizzlys, who had to admit defeat 2:3. In front of 3,575 spectators in the Balver Zinn Arena, an exciting game developed that brought important insights for both the hosts and the Grizzlys. Loud Grizzlys.de Matt Choupani and Jacob Hayhurst scored the goals for Wolfsburg.

Although the game didn't start well for the Grizzlys, they were down 2-0 after just seven minutes. Daniel Neumann (4th minute) and Taro Jentzsch (7th minute) gave the Roosters the lead early on. It wasn't until the 12th minute that the Grizzlys had their first significant chance through Matt White. Iserlohn knew how to convince in the first third and went one better with another goal from Daniel Fischbuch in the 19th minute, making it 0-3 for the hosts.

Rebuilding the game

In the middle period, however, the Grizzlys showed an appealing reaction and did not give up. Matt Choupani scored on the power play in the 28th minute to make it 1:3, followed by Jacob Hayhurst, who reduced the score to 2:3 in the 33rd minute. The hope of a turnaround was palpable, but the final third didn't produce another goal. Both teams still had opportunities that the goalkeepers, especially Dustin Strahlmeier, thwarted.

Head coach Mike Stewart expressed optimism after the match, stating that the team finished the preseason with five wins and just two losses. “We have been training at high intensity and this week will be crucial for our next step,” continued Stewart. The Grizzlys will need to build on their strong team chemistry, especially after Robin Veber and Keaton Thompson finally returned to action after injuries, while Bobby Lynch was missing due to injury.

Looking ahead

The Grizzlys' next important test match is scheduled for next Friday against the Löwen Frankfurt, which starts at 7:30 p.m. and will be broadcast live on Magenta Sport. The signs are clear: The Grizzlys want to learn from their previous experiences and fulfill their expectations this season, which are high after a weaker last season (eleventh place and no playoff participation).

Sports director Franz Fritzmeier of the Iserlohn Roosters described the game as a valuable challenge for his team, which is also required to optimize processes and teamwork before the start of the season. Both the Grizzlys and the Roosters are grabbing the hot potato to start the new ice hockey season with a breath of fresh air. Loud icehockey.net The return of Tyler Boland, who returns from a long injury, is eagerly awaited.