Attack and defense are already well staffed at EC Peiting.
Who is guarding the gate, on the other hand, has not yet been clarified.
But now it is certain that the “Peitinger Wand” will continue - which was not certain for a long time.
Peiting - attack and defense are already well staffed at EC Peiting. Until a few days ago it was still unclear who is guarding the gate. But now it is certain that Florian Hechenrieder will continue - which was not certain for a long time. “I actually thought about retiring from my career. I would also be slowly at the right age for it, because at some point I just want it to be a little more comfortable, ”says the 34-year-old. "But when it became clear that Toni (Saal) would be our new coach, that motivated me to continue." With the exception of a total of three seasons at SC Riessersee and ESV Kaufbeuren (2007 to 2010) including a DEL assignment in Nuremberg Hechenrieder always with EC Peiting. In the meantime he has completed over 530 missions in the ECP jersey.
"Florian has been one of the best goalkeepers in the league for years and you can always rely on him," says ECP team manager Gordon Borberg.
He is happy about the acceptance of the "Peitinger Wand", as the keeper is reverently called.
“It's good that he continues,” says Borberg happily.
"Florian is more of a quiet guy, but if something doesn't go well and he speaks up, the weight is." elected the southern season.
With his strong reflexes, Hechenrieder also played a major role in winning the championship in the southern group during these years.
Hechenrieder has completed over 500 games for the ECP
The goalkeeper, one of the most experienced players in the current squad, has great confidence in his team in the coming season. “My impression of the team so far is very good. I also like the change in philosophy with the now two contingent players in the storm. We had a few problems offensive recently, but I see ourselves in a good position at the back, ”said Hechenrieder about the team. "However, we have to be spared from bad luck with injuries in order to be really successful." In the past season, the Peitinger were badly hit by bad luck with injuries and often had to compete with a mini-squad.
As for the next season - with a view to Corona - the native of Weilheim has a big wish: "My great hope is that we can now experience ice hockey together with the fans again," explains Hechenrieder.
During these weeks, the goalkeeper concentrates on his family and his job, and plays some golf in between.
“But I also keep myself fit,” explains the 34-year-old.
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Goes to the DEL2: Striker Martin Hlozek has signed with the Ravensburg Towerstars.
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However, it is also clear where Martin Hlozek is headed. The "Rookie of the Year", who announced his departure from the ECP some time ago, will get a contract with the second division club Ravensburg Towerstars. “Martin is a promising young player who received an excellent education at the Red Bull Academy. In his first year in the league, he seamlessly integrated into the Peitinger team and was able to convince ”, says Daniel Heinrizi, the future“ Sports Manager ”at the Towerstars about the 21-year-old. In 26 games for the ECP, Hlozek collected 29 points (15 goals / 14 assists). Ravensburg's new trainer Peter Russell is also convinced of the newcomer: “Martin has good running skills and a professional attitude.In his first full season in the senior sector, he was able to develop continuously and I am very happy to be able to work with this exciting talent. "
Hlozek is excited: “Of course I have to get used to the DEL2 level first. I am expecting significant differences, especially in terms of speed and system, ”said the striker. “The last season went really well. I would like to build on there and develop accordingly. "