Great excitement Awaits at the 34th Ice Hockey Uni Cup for the thyssenkrupp Trophy!

06/12/2023

Training for the ice hockey teams and cheerleaders is currently in full swing. Nobody can wait until the three teams finally face each other again on the ice in the 100.5 Arena. The cult event this winter is not only unique, but also stands for an unmatched vibe and atmosphere. Nobody wants to miss it. Within a very short amount of time, the Ice Hockey Uni Cup was once again completely sold out.
Hockey players on the ice Copyright: © Sarah Rauch

At 6:10 pm, the ice hockey team of RWTH Aachen University, Ice-Emperors RWTH/FH Aachen, traditionally opens the event with a game against a visiting team. This year they will face the Hannover Hunters. Afterwards, the Aachen Steelers (Faculty of Mechanical Engineering), the ET Lions (Faculty of Electrical Engineering) and the Medical Strikers (Faculty of Medicine) will fight for the trophy in exciting duels.

A special feature of this cult event is the costumes worn by the players. Every year, the student bodies come up with new mottos, which are kept top secret until match day. The mixed cheerleading groups from the student bodies really get the crowd going between competitions. They are a highlight of the EUC. The choreographies and costumes are coordinated with the respective theme of the student body.

In addition to sport, ambition and fun, there are also more serious topics. The proceeds from the event are donated annually to a regional and an international organization. As in previous years, Right to Play, an internationally active NGO, receives a donation. Right to Play supports children in a fun way and teaches them important skills. The regional organization Café Zuflucht will also receive a donation. Café Zuflucht advises and supports refugees.

For all those who were unable to get tickets, there will be an audio livestream from the university radio station. Anyone can tune in on 99.1 in the Aachen area or via the university radio website.

The HSZ is looking forward to the enthusiasm of the fans and the exciting ice hockey matches of all participants in the 100.5 Arena.