Dresden Ice Lions start furiously in the DEL: 29 years have been waiting for this moment!

Dresden Ice Lions start furiously in the DEL: 29 years have been waiting for this moment!

The Dresden Ice Lions are celebrating a real debut this season: after 29 years, the club is now the first from eastern Germany to compete in the German Ice Hockey League (DEL). This event creates hype in the city and brings a breath of fresh air to the DEL. Loud Picture The club has also created the financial basis to be able to operate successfully in the top league.

With a budget of over 8 million euros, which has been increased from the initial 7 million euros, the Ice Lions are positioned to sign talented players. New additions include Travis Turnbull, Dane Fox and Julius Hudacek. Managing director Maik Walsdorf emphasizes that they have signed long-term contracts with sponsors and partners, which is crucial for financial planning. Among them was Jens Hewald, head of the Parkhotel Dresden, who deposited a guarantee of 1.4 million euros with the DEL. This underlines the trust in the sporting ambitions of the Ice Lions.

Financial backgrounds

The DEL is currently showing progress in financial stability. Icehockey.net reports that the league has taken significant steps to improve its financial situation in recent years. Important measures include investments, partnerships and diversification of revenue sources. Sponsors play a crucial role in financial stability these days. It is thanks to them that innovative marketing strategies are being developed to expand the reach of ice hockey.

However, the Eislöwen only receive half of the league's central marketing revenue in the first year, while the other half goes to the relegated Düsseldorfer EG, which acts as a kind of financial rescue package. This shows that solid financial planning is essential even as you move up the ladder.

On to the new season

The Eislöwen have an event game scheduled for January 10th in the Rudolf Harbig Stadium against the Eisbären Berlin. This game is also intended to bring financial added value and is eagerly awaited. Despite the good basic financial structure, Walsdorf emphasizes that the funds do not come from large pots of money, but from a well-thought-out overall concept that also includes the infrastructure for the players, such as apartments and schools.

The squad has not yet been finalized and fans can look forward to further exciting signings. The positive climate is strengthened by the increased interest and anticipation of the fan base, which is ready to support the Dresden Ice Lions on the competition field. The DEL is positioning itself as one of the most progressive ice hockey leagues in Europe, which promises both sporting and economic success.

For further information about the sponsors and partners of the Dresden Ice Lions, it is worth visiting the official website, which can be found here.