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SportsGamers, The newest update to the ECL '25: Winter rulebook is now live and can be accessed through the league pages. Generally speaking, the rulebook is a revised and improved version of the rulebook used in ECL '24 Spring. Find the new rulebook here. Here's a snapshot of some of the major adjustments / additions compared to ECL ‘25: Spring:  Added link to ECL Essentials: Guide to the ECL in the Preface 11.7.: Player ability bans have been updated 9.2.1: Timeouts are now allowed again 11.1:  Grudge Match setting is to be turned off   We ask every team and it's members to familiarize themselves with the rulebook before taking the ice for the ECL '25: Winter season. Please refer to the rulebook in case of any issues that may arise throughout the season. If you have any questions, please get in touch with support.

The new ECL '25: Winter - Neo season is here, with the action set to begin today Sunday, November 17th. We’d like to extend a warm welcome to all the new players and teams joining the league, as well as those returning from previous seasons. With five weeks of regular-season play ahead, the competition is about to kick off as teams battle for a spot at the top of the standings. Which team has perfected the Golden One-T? Who will dominate with bone-crushing hits? Which players will rise above the rest as the future stars of ECL? These questions—and many more—will be answered as the season unfolds. Group 1 Davemiehet made a strong run to the semifinals in ECL '24: Spring but after losing some key talent didn't manage to keep their level and take the step up the ladder. However, they are expected to have another strong season and will certainly be a team to watch. Meanwhile, CzechoSvizzera Ravens performed well in the pre-season tournament, reaching the semifinals. If they can maintain that momentum, they could be an interesting team to follow this season. Group 2 Lassen Lampaat is one of the more experienced teams in the league. Founded in 2019, the team reached the semifinals in the pre-season and is now looking to make a return to the higher divisions. Viitapohja Vikings, who played in the higher divisions last year, have recruited some completely new ECL players who are committed to playing the majority of the season. Either way, they are also expected to be a strong contender this year. Group 3 Taifun Veterans dominated their group in the ECL' 24: Spring season but fell short in the first round of playoffs as the top seed. Whether they can carry over their strong regular season form and convert it into success in the playoffs will be seen. This group also features a rematch from the pre-season tournament, as Red Bull Munich Academy faces Uotilan Pallo. Both teams made it to the quarterfinals with impressive offensive performances, making this match-up one to watch. Group 4 Group 4 is set to feature this season's most anticipated rivalry “The Battle of Clowns”: Clowns On Ice versus Twisted Clowns, set to be played on the 1st of December. Don’t forget to keep an eye on The Flying Elbows, another team that had a strong showing in the pre-season and could make it far this season. Group 5 Fallen Rangers dominated their way through the pre-season playoffs, losing only one match on their path to victory. If they can maintain that strong form throughout the season they will be the team to beat. Karhukissat, who managed to split a high-scoring series with them in pre-season, will be looking to get the upper hand in their upcoming rematch, making it another exciting match-up to watch. Good luck to all the teams as they hit the virtual ice. Have fun and let the games begin! We want your clips! Did you make an incredible play or have a funny blooper? Share your best moments on social media using the hashtag #ECL25Clips and get a chance to be featured in our broadcasts. Social media Please tag @SportsGamerGG and use the hashtag #ECL25Winter when posting on social media. You can also use the hashtags #KouvolanLakritsi #eHockey. Also note that when editing your team info, you can add your social media accounts to your team information. The same goes for your player card. Season schedule Regular Season duration: 17.11-19.12.2024 Estimated finals date: Below is the estimated date for the Finals (BO5) to be approximately played. We reserve the right to changes in schedule. ECL Neo Finals 9.2.

Welcome to ECL Essentials! Here you’ll find a concise guide on how the European Championship League (ECL) operates. This includes important information on scheduling and reporting games, transfer rules, and communication best practices. Whether you’re a new team or a seasoned player, these guidelines will help ensure smooth participation in the league. Dive in and get familiar with the essentials! Game Scheduling & Reporting Guidelines Scheduling Games Contacting Opponents: Mandatory: Reach out to your opponents 12-24 hours before the default scheduled game time. Use the SportsGamer.gg Private Message system or, if necessary, other platforms like Discord. Default Schedule: The default schedule is set by the league. DO NOT schedule games on top of your default opponent without prior agreement with said opponent to move the games. Rescheduling: After agreement, use the rescheduling tool on SportsGamer to update the schedule. Only one postponement is allowed per matchup. If you need to move a matchup a second time, please contact support with an explanation and a suggested date immediately. Deadline for Postponements: Notify the opponent by 12:00 CET on the game day if rescheduling is required. Reporting Games Winning Team’s Responsibility: Use the API Reporting Tool for normal games. For disconnected games, use the manual reporting tool for accurate stats submission. Submission Deadline: Reports must be submitted immediately after the games due to EA’s limited game history available online (5 most recent games). Accurate Stats: Maintain screenshots of all stats (overview, events, and individual stats) for the entire tournament for verification. Contacting Opponents Essential Communication: Do not assume opponents will show up without prior communication - always reach out well ahead of the scheduled games, at the very latest before 12 CET of the scheduled gameday Always confirm the game time and servers in advance. Missed Communication: If opponents are unresponsive, notify League Administration (LA). For advice on how to write Support, please read this article. Transfer Rules Transfer Deadline: The deadline for all player transfers is December 6th at the end of the day. Licenses Are you still missing your license? A valid license is required before stepping on the ice. Purchase your license here. Need help with your license? Please contact Support. SportsGamer Placeholder Team If you're wondering what the Placeholder team in the standings are at the start of the season: This is a temporary extra team added to the group as a failsafe. This is not a real team and with an 80% probability will not become a real team, so if you're scheduled to play against this team, please ignore it unless told otherwise by the administration. Placeholder teams are removed during the first few days of the season. Did we miss something? Please see our Frequently Asked Questions. Still need help? Please contact Support.