Deggendorf triumphs in the Danube derby: heated referee decisions!

Deggendorf triumphs in the Danube derby: heated referee decisions!

In the Hitzkopf Arena in Deggendorf, Deggendorfer SC entertained the enthusiastic fans with an exciting game against the Passau Black Hawks on the evening before Christmas Eve. In front of 2,666 spectators, the team not only secured victory in the third Danube derby of the season, but also their 11th victory in a row. With a score of 2-0 after an intense match, the Deggendorfer SC supporters can look forward to how the team will continue to develop in the Oberliga Süd.

Before the first goal was scored, the spectators had to wait until the 47th minute. Brett Humberstone, who set up the decisive power play goal, plays a key role here. His precise cross pass through the Passau defense landed at Dylan Jackson, who had no trouble sinking the puck into the net. Harrison Roy also made a point shortly before the end and scored the second goal in the 58th minute, which finally made the decision.

Penalty minutes and exciting game development

During the game, penalty minutes totaled an impressive 55, with 37 for Deggendorfer SC and 18 for Passau. Niklas Pill from Deggendorfer SC even had to leave the ice with a match penalty due to a check to the head and neck. Despite these interruptions, the game remained goalless until the second break, which underlined the tension. However, Deggendorf clearly had the upper hand in the first third with twice as many shots on goal (16:8) as their opponents.

After the game, coaches from both teams were positive about the performance and found what the two teams brought to the ice entertaining. Passau had the chance to get back into the game in a one-minute five-on-three power play, but Deggendorfer SC fought back successfully.

Outlook for the next games

The next games bring exciting challenges. Deggendorfer SC will play Heilbronn on December 26th, while the Black Hawks will play Höchstadt on the same day. The last main round duel between the two rivals will take place on February 13th in Passau and once again promises great excitement for the fans.

Deggendorfer SC has been known as an integral part of the Bavarian ice hockey landscape since its founding in 1953. This season, the team, characterized by a strong squad despite failures, is playing in the Oberliga Süd, which is considered the third highest ice hockey league in Germany. This league has undergone many changes since its founding in 1949, but remains a crucial step for teams seeking promotion to the German Ice Hockey League 2. Ice hockey statistics shows that the Oberliga has been divided into two groups since the 2015/2016 season, with Deggendorf being one of the participants.

With a noticeable will to win and a strong team performance, Deggendorf could aim for the play-offs beyond the main round. The fans can look forward to seeing how the season unfolds and what performances are still on the program. In any case, Deggendorfer SC remains in the race and still has a lot to do this season. Deggendorfer SC stays on the pulse of what's happening!