Eisbären Bremerhaven: More home games in Bremen during renovation!

Eisbären Bremerhaven: More home games in Bremen during renovation!

The Eisbären Bremerhaven have prepared for a special season that brings exciting challenges not only in terms of sport but also in terms of organization. Due to the renovation of the town hall in Bremerhaven, the basketball team will play some games in Bremen. Report this buten and within, which also states that the Eisbären won their first game of the season against Wolmirstedt 76:69. A nice start for the team, which is now being led by captain Adrian Breitlauch and coach Steven Esterkamp.

There have been 928 fans in the stadium so far and the enthusiasm for the team is palpable. Breitlauch commented on the victory with a smile: “It was a typical first game of the season, with difficulties, but we are happy about the victory.” With the renovation of the town hall, alternative venues must first be considered. New manager Max Melching has stressed the urgency of a second home during the renovation work.

Games in Bremen: challenges and opportunities

The Bremer Stadthalle will be used as the new venue, but there are some restrictions. Maximum spectator numbers are set at 1,800 and there are other requirements, including a ban on serving alcohol. In the past, Eisbären event games in Bremen enjoyed large crowds, such as a cup derby against Baskets Oldenburg, which attracted over 4,000 fans. Now the people of Bremerhaven have to prepare for the fact that the number of spectators could initially be lower.

The team will remain known in Bremen as Eisbären Bremerhaven, although the move is intended to increase visibility in the city. Managing director Johannes Marggraf emphasizes the need to strengthen geographical connections. “We expect four to six games in Bremen,” he said, “and want to build our spectator base here.” A shuttle bus for Bremerhaven fans is even being planned.

Next games and play-off ambitions

The Eisbären have to deliver well by the middle of the season if they are to remain in the race for the playoff places. They have to play against league leaders Science City Jena on April 12th. Marggraf admits that “at least two wins” are necessary to keep playoff hopes alive. The captain is confident: “We have shown good performances in Bremen in the past,” says Breitlauch, “and mental strength is also crucial now.”

The next games are fixed:

• 6. April: gegen Nürnberg Falcons (14. Platz)
• 12. April: gegen Science City Jena (1.)
• 19. April: gegen Phoenix Hagen (6.)
• 26. April: gegen Gießen 46ers (3.)

The Eisbären Bremerhaven, currently fifth in the table and four points behind the play-off places, are doing everything they can to get back on the road to success. The new coach has already made it clear that the team wants to play faster basketball and put more pressure on defense. “Teamwork and chemistry within the team are essential to our success,” explains Esterkamp.

The pressure that now rests on the shoulders of the new managing director Johannes Marggraf cannot be underestimated. Although he has no previous experience in the sports business, he handles contract negotiations and relies on the collegial atmosphere of the basketball community.

So the Eisbären now have to mobilize all their strength and inspire the audience in both Bremerhaven and Bremen. In a time of change and challenges, the team has the opportunity to build a new fan base while achieving sporting success. The focus is on the future – on the upcoming games and the opportunities that this season offers.