Kasseler Huskies in the semi-finals: Eislöwen fans are outraged by conversion!

Kasseler Huskies in the semi-finals: Eislöwen fans are outraged by conversion!

On April 4, 2025, the third semi-final game between the Kassel Huskies and the Dresden Eislöwen took place in the DEL2 playoffs in the North Hesse Arena. This match was not only crucial for the course of the tournament, but also brought about discussions about the stadium infrastructure, especially in the guest area. Lately there have been increased complaints from Eislöwen fans about the redesign of the converted standing area.

The managing director of Huskies, Paul Sinizin, commented on the concerns and showed little understanding of the criticism. The redesign of the guest area, in which the earlier standing block was converted into seats, is an economic decision that the arena should make more multifunctional. Sinery emphasizes that the home fans and the region have top priority for the huskies. This means that the standing area is now limited to a podium area that offers space for a maximum of 100 to 110 fans. Some visitors reported visual impairments through a post, which could affect the pleasure of playing.

semi -finals and team services

The huskies presented themselves in a strong form throughout the season and reached the semi -finals by scoring a sweep in the quarterfinals against EHC Freiburg and winning all four games. Coach Todd Woodcroft was satisfied with the defense and exploitation of his team. Freiburg represented a strong opponent in this series, but could hardly be dangerous in the five-five. The trainer had also made a forecast of the way of playing before the season.

With a view of the other gaming pairings, the huskies are faced with an exciting phase. Her upcoming semi -final opponent was not yet determined at the time, since four teams in the other semi -final round fought for the move in: the Blue Devils Weiden, the Starbulls Rosenheim, EV Landshut and the Dresden Eislöwen. The other dates for the semi -finals are on April 6th and 8th and possibly on April 11th.

fan protests and communication

The dissatisfaction of the Eislöwen fans culminated in an open letter from Matthias Bandenschägger, who sharply criticized the situation in the guest area. Sinery reacted to this and offered to clarify the questions and find solutions in a personal phone call with Bandschägger. Despite the challenges in stadium design, it is clear that both the huskies and the ice lions are dependent on the passionate fans to improve the atmosphere in the North Hesse Arena.

For the Kassel Huskies, it will be crucial not only to celebrate sporting success, but also to take the concerns of your viewers seriously. With a full arena in the back, it remains to be seen how the situation around the guest area develops and whether the huskies have grown to the challenges in the semi -finals.