Klagenfurt inspires with the European Stocksport Champions League!

<p> <strong> Klagenfurt inspires with the European Stocksport Champions League! </strong> </p>

This weekend is the stock sports scene in Carinthia in the sign of the European Stock Sports Champions League, which takes place in Klagenfurt. A total of 16 men's and 12 women's teams from seven European countries compete in this prestigious competition. At the opening of the event on October 4, 2024, the Carinthian governor Peter Kaiser was also present, who warmly welcomed the participants.

Kaiser emphasized the importance of ice and stick for Carinthia, especially with regard to the general population that is enthusiastic about this sport. "We are very proud to be able to align these Champions League," he explained and together with his thanks to everyone involved who contribute to the execution of the event. The competition takes place in the Stockhalle Klagenfurt and promises exciting encounters.

international participants and local support

Christian Lindner, President of the International Federation of Ice Stock Sport (IFI), wished the teams every success and praised the excellent organization in Carinthia, which has already successfully organized numerous championships. A special highlight of the opening ceremony was the handover of an IFI flag for the hall in Klagenfurt, which is now officially recognized as a IFI venue.

with 28 teams from Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Slovenia, the Czech Republic and Lithuania, the competition is not only a sporting highlight, but also an occasion for the exchange in the European nations. Silvia Tschiltsch, President of the Federation of Austrian ice and stick athletes, noticed that Carinthia generally has a great affinity for these sports and that they have confidence in the implementation of the event.

This Champions League is not only a high level of competition, but also a good opportunity to present sport to the general public and possibly discover new talents that could represent Carinthia in the future. Herbert Brugger, President of the Ice and Stock Sports Association in Carinthia, emphasized the support of the country, which is of great importance not only for the event, but also for the entire sport. Carinthia has established itself as a reliable partner in the area of ice and stock sports.

More information and details about the competitions can be found on the official website of the Carinthian ice and stock sports: stocksport-kaernten.at .