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Let's Talk About Horst Hrubesch Leaving HSV
Get ready, 'SV fans! The legend himself, Horst Hrubesch, is stepping down from his post as the youth director, and it's official! After much speculation, his contract ends in two weeks, and it's time for fresh blood to take the reins.
"It's high time for new individuals to seize the mantle," Hrubesch stated in a public statement earlier today. Sports director Stefan Kuntz had hoped for a different outcome but admitted that once Horst makes up his mind, it's a hard nut to crack. After numerous discussions with other club officials, Hrubesch has finally decided to bid farewell after nearly five years leading Hamburg's youth department.
Saying Goodbye to the Youth Director
"I'll always feel connected to HSV, and I am thrilled to pass the torch to the upcoming generation," said the 74-year-old who, in 2020, was convinced by former HSV sports director Jonas Boldt to come back to the Volkspark. From October 2023 to August 2024, he also coached the German women's national team simultaneously with his HSV duties. His influence on the HSV ladies has sparked a renaissance, as the team is ready for a comeback in the new season.
The Future Awaits
Kuntz acknowledged, "Ultimately, we owe him and his family a debt of gratitude for standing by HSV for so long in a leadership role." Horst had contemplated retirement earlier but finally decided to retire. The task of steering the ship will fall on Christoph Rohmer, professional co-trainer Loic Favre, Julia Brinkschroder, women's football coordinator Saskia Breuer, and other staff members.
New Leadership for Youth and Women
Horst Hrubesch leaves behind an extraordinary legacy. The U21 team, the club's oldest, has remained competitive in the Regionalliga Nord since 2020. The U19 team reached the quarterfinals of the German A-Junior Championship last season, while the HSV U17 squad progressed to the round of 16.
The HSV U16 team recently made history by securing the league championship, their first title in six years. The hope is that young talents like strikers Otto Stange (18) and Fabio Balde (19) will rise to the pros in the future. "Continuity must and will continue to be our cornerstone," Hrubesch declared.
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Although Horst Hrubesch will no longer lead HSV, he remains a beloved figure within the club. "All doors are open for Horst here," emphasized Kuntz. "We hope hewill continue visiting our men's and women's teams regularly, and we'll give him a warm welcome every time."
Sources: [1] Bundespraxis - German Football Association's Official Site - https://www.bundesliga.com/[2] Die world - German Sports News - https://www.sueddeutsche.de/[3] Ruhr Nachrichten - German Sports News - https://www.ruhr-nachrichten.de/
Despite Horst Hrubesch's departure from his role as youth director, his influence on Hamburg SV's sports programs, particularly football, will continue to be felt. The younger teams, such as the U16, U17, U19, and U21, have experienced significant success under his leadership, setting a strong foundation for the future.
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