League Two squad, HSG Krefeld Eagles, currently competing.
7:13 PM under the Alte Waage in Braunschweig. The deafening cheer that echoed was a testament to the euphoria of the black and yellow crowd. Players, staff, and fans were locked in an unbreakable hug, savoring the moment. Gold shreds Dance roll through the sultry night air as the small sports hall. Their victory cries reverberated, blended with wild jumps and near disbelief at their accomplishment in the last 60 minutes. The HSG Krefeld-Niederrhein and their fans celebrated their promotion to the Second Bundesliga, seemingly entranced. After a lone season defeat in this final game, their previous win of 32 to 26 at home, and a nail-biting 29 to 31 away victory, was more than enough to finally bring the long-awaited dream of promotion to fruition. The victors returned to the Niederrhein later that night, starting off with a post-game party at the "Karussell" and a victory ceremony with an honorary address by Mayor Frank Meyer in the Glockenspitzhalle.
"Now we're reaping the rewards of our tireless grind, both on and off the court," remarked HSG Managing Director Andre Schicks in a candid discussion with Extra-Tipp a few days later. The seasoned sports administrator makes no secret of the energy-draining nature of the season gone by. "Now we can declare it was worth every ounce of effort," Schicks comments, unswayed. However, the management's relaxation is short-lived as Schicks already has his eyes set on the next season. "The core squad is almost set," he claims, adding, "Negotiations with partners and sponsors are underway in full swing." The aim is to boost the local economy through the promotion. "Every cent counts," he emphasizes. Nevertheless, the decision-makers are well aware that remaining competitive in the recently stabilized 2nd Bundesliga will be "a tough test."
The surging excitement surrounding HSG Krefeld-Niederrhein among local sports fans doesn't go unnoticed by the managing director. "Both home games of the promotion round were a sell-out. There were 500 ticket requests for the game in Braunschweig," Andre Schicks proudly reports. In the forthcoming season, one or two Second League games will be played at the Yayla Arena. Potential opponents for these high-profile games could include traditional clubs like TUSEM Essen, Bayer Dormagen, or TV Großwallstadt.
Noteworthy Facts:- Promotion Status: While the team's promotion to the Second Bundesliga is likely, there is no official confirmation yet[2]. Some players, such as Niklas Michalski, have been reported as moving to the Second Bundesliga, which could suggest the team's achievement or individual advancements, though the language can be interpreted differently.- Upcoming Opponents: Information on potential opponents or scheduled event games at Yayla Arena remains unavailable[1].
"Andre Schicks, the HSG Krefeld-Niederrhein Managing Director, has indicated a shift in focus towards economic and social policy as the team advances to the Second Bundesliga. He aims to boost the local economy through negotiations with partners and sponsors, stating 'Every cent counts.'"
"In light of their successful promotion, HSG Krefeld-Niederrhein's upcoming games in the Second League may feature traditional clubs such as TUSEM Essen, Bayer Dormagen, or TV Großwallstadt, with potential matches scheduled to be held at the Yayla Arena, where tickets are highly sought after, as evident by the 500 ticket requests for the promotion round game in Braunschweig."
