Eisbears celebrate emotional championship titles for deceased Tobias Eder
Eisbears celebrate emotional championship titles for deceased Tobias Eder
Friedrichshain, Deutschland - The Eisbären Berlin not only won the eleventh championship title in the German Ice Hockey League (DEL) on April 26, 2025 against the Cologne Haie, but also created an emotional legacy. In a moving celebration in the Friedrichshain arena, the late teammate Tobias Eder was omnipresent. Fans, family members and sponsors shared this special moment, which combined both joy and grief.
Captain Kai Wissmann described the evening as "surreal" and spoke about the emotional burden caused by the loss of Eder. During the celebrations, Eder was recognized with his jersey number 22. His favorite song "Viva La Vida" sounded in the arena when the fans started speaking choirs like "Tobi Eder". Wissmann expressed the desire to run the title on behalf of Eder, and emphasized the importance of friendships beyond sport.
also part of the family
coach Serge Aubin, who celebrated his fourth title in five years, emphasized that the entire team had the feeling that Eder had been with them during the competition. Managing Director Thomas Bothstede described how the team moved together through the difficult time after Eder's death. "We would exchange all titles to bring Tobi back," emphasized Bothstede and spoke to the deep grief that moves the entire club.
Marcel Noebels, a committed player, explained that the championship title was also fought for Eder. "He was part of the family and will always be," said Noebels. A sign of connection was that the master cup jersey was provided with Eder's jersey. The memorial for Eder, on which fresh candles are laid down, also underlines the persistent memory of him.
impressive records
The ice bears set a new record with the final series by shining with a balance sheet of 27: 3 and the clearest play-off final victory since the play-offs in 1981. The championship was not only a triumph in the sporting sense, but also a tribute to Eder, the picture and jersey number of which played a central role during the games.
Trainer Aubin praised the strong mix of experience and young talents in his team. Player Ty Ronning announced that he has extended his contract with the polar bears, which further underlines the positive team spirit. The Eisbären Berlin presented themselves not only as a master, but also as a community that holds and supports each other in dark times.
The loss of Tobias Eder, who died at the age of 26, leaves a gap that remains not only in a team, but also in German ice hockey. However, the legacy of Eder is kept alive through the incessant commitment of his teammates and the support of his family, including his fiance Ina. "Tobi is always with us," Bothstede summarizes the feeling in the team.
The celebration for the championship title was not only a sporting event, but also a moment of commemoration and the idea of honor, which will continue to sound for a long time. In difficult times, the polar bears once more demonstrated that they are not just a team but a large family.
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