Tilburg Trappers secure two wins to open ice hockey season

The Tilburg Trappers have secured a perfect start to the new Oberliga Nord ice hockey season, earning maximum points in their opening weekend. The team achieved a 0-5 away victory against Herne EV Miners before returning home to defeat newly promoted EHC Neuwied with an 8-2 scoreline.

In the match against Neuwied, new team captain Reno de Hondt scored within the first 41 seconds. Other contributors to the victory included Danny Stempher, Marco Cavalleri, Max Hermens, and Bjorn Borgman. The Trappers' performance marks a strong defensive and offensive beginning, having scored eight goals and conceded none in their last two outings.

The game against Neuwied also featured a notable return for Tilburg native Jeffrey van Iersel, who is now coaching the German side. The Trappers' successful weekend was bolstered by new additions such as Marco Cavalleri and Jakob Stridsberg, as the team aims to establish itself as a title contender under coach Danny Albrecht.