Düsseldorf announces a new training manager and managing director at the German Export Finance Agency (DEG)
Düsseldorf, Germany - DEG Eishockey GmbH (Düsseldorfer EG) has announced Rich Chernomaz as the new head coach for the upcoming 2025/26 second league season. Chernomaz will be working alongside assistant coach Rob Armstrong, forming a fresh coaching duo for the team.
Chernomaz's appointment comes with high expectations from the management, particularly from co-managing directors Rick Amann and Andreas Niederberger. Amann and Niederberger took over their roles on May 1, 2025.
With Chernomaz at the helm, Düsseldorf can look forward to a coach with extensive experience in German ice hockey and the DEL2. His coaching history in Germany, however, remains somewhat unclear as the search results focus mainly on his current role with DEG and recent team presentation events.
Andreas Niederberger believes that Chernomaz's experience will greatly help the DEG. He views this period as an opportunity to stabilize the team not just in sports, but also in terms of organization and finances. Chernomaz has signed a contract with DEG until 2027, indicating a long-term commitment to the club.
Rick Amann plans to closely coordinate all future sporting decisions with Chernomaz, with the aim of building a new DEG squad and developing a new team dynamic. The trio is confident that they will attract several professionals to the DEG, although no specific player signings have been announced yet.
Amann emphasizes that they consider character and passion for hockey, not just statistics, when scouting players. This focus on character and passion for hockey indicates a comprehensive approach to player selection. The DEG is aiming to stabilize the team across multiple aspects: sports, organization, and finances.
As DEG prepares for the challenges of the second league following their relegation, the management, coaching staff, and fans alike are eager to see how Chernomaz's leadership will guide the team towards success. With many professionals expected to be interested in playing for Düsseldorf, the stage is set for an exciting new chapter in DEG's history.
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