ARMEIJAN KURI are your ECL ‘25: Spring – Core Champions
The Spring season in the Core division has concluded with ARMEIJAN KURI taking home the championship after a dramatic 4–3 series win over Conexion. It capped off an impressive campaign that saw them finish the regular season with a 20-0-1-3 record (61 points), topping Group 2.
Their playoff run was equally strong: 4–1 in the first round against Zamboni Zorros, a 4–0 sweep of Beer Bears in round two, 4–2 over MIESKISSAT in the quarterfinals, 4–2 against Nordic Nosebleed in the semifinals, and finally a hard-fought 4–3 victory over Conexion in the finals.
This final was anything but easy for ARMEIJAN KURI.
They opened with a solid 4–2 win on the road in Game 1 to set the tone. But Conexion responded immediately in Game 2, stealing a tight 2–1 overtime win away from home. Back on their own ice for Game 3, Conexion dominated with a 6–0 blowout to take the series lead.
ARMEIJAN KURI bounced back in Game 4 with a clutch 4–3 overtime victory at home to even things up. In Game 5, they earned a hard-fought 2–1 road win to get back in front in the series. Conexion refused to go away, forcing a decisive Game 7 with a 1–0 overtime win in Game 6.
But in the winner-takes-all Game 7, ARMEIJAN KURI delivered under pressure with a composed 4–1 road victory to claim the championship.
Key Performers and Team Effort
The team’s production was well spread out. @hefezuk85 led the way with 79 points in 28 games (33 goals, 46 assists), showing top-end consistency all season. @MutainenMalik and @WIRTAAZKIN47 were also strong offensive contributors, giving the lineup depth and balance. @Wertigosetti19 and @SUONEKASKOSTAJA_ added two-way stability and grit in tough games.
In goal, @kasuri1 was steady all season and especially reliable in the playoffs. Over 28 games, they earned 20 wins with an 83.8% save percentage. Their ability to make key stops in close games was a big part of ARMEIJAN KURI’s success in a final series full of overtime and one-goal games.
ARMEIJAN KURI stuck to a strong core lineup throughout the season, building chemistry and trust. Their ability to handle pressure, bounce back from tough losses, and deliver in high-stakes OT games proved they had the mentality of champions. They also got valuable contributions from players like @Wirta88 and @KunKKu_1998, who stepped up when the team needed them most..
With the title secured, ARMEIJAN KURI have shown they’re ready for the challenge of competing in the Lite division next season.
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ARMEIJAN KURI Road To The Championship:
- Regular Season: 20-0-1-3 (61pts) - 1st in Group 2
- 1st round: 4-1 vs Zamboni Zorros
- 2nd round: 4-0 vs Beer Bears
- Quarterfinals: 4-2 vs MIESKISSAT
- Semifinal: 4-2 vs Nordic Nosebleed
- Finals: 4-3 vs Conexion
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