Starbulls are fighting for the playoff feed against Dresden today!

Starbulls are fighting for the playoff feed against Dresden today!

Dresden, Deutschland - The play-off series between the Starbulls Rosenheim and the Eislöwen begins today, on March 12, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. in Dresden. Coach Jari Pasanen expresses himself optimistically about the chances of his team in advance and expects an intensive competition that he describes as a "hot struggle". He remembers the winning in the Oberliga 2023 and hopes that the team will show similar euphoria.

The Starbulls compete in this play-off series under special circumstances. Pasanen confirmed that some key players, including defender Maxi Vollmayer and Norman Hauner, Dominik Kolb and Fabjon Kuqi, are missing due to injuries. Nevertheless, the trainer is confident that the physical and mental preparation of his players is sufficient. He emphasizes that the play-offs should not be seen as a "carnival", but as a serious competition. While the ice lion are considered favorites, Pasanen sees no pressure on his team.

emotions in the game control

Pasanen emphasizes that control over the emotions will be decisive for success in the play-offs. He believes that experienced players in the team will help to steer passion on the right track. "We have to have our emotions under control," says Pasanen, "if you lose control, you can quickly backfire." A central focus is on winning the first series against the Eislöwen to bring the season to an excellent degree.

The Starbulls Rosenheim can look back on a long and successful story in ice hockey, which goes back to the 1st Bundesliga time when they started in 1980 as SB DJK Rosenheim. In their 25 -year belonging to the DEL2, they have achieved various successes and are an integral part of the German ice hockey scene.

Today's encounter is the key game for both teams, and the players of both teams are well prepared for the upcoming challenges. The play-offs could determine a crucial role for the further course of the season.