Kenu

Hey SportsGamers, We got an exclusive early look at the NHL 25 Reveal Trailer, and let me tell you, it’s packed with exciting new features that are set to redefine the game. @sopuli04 and I sat down to dive into all the fresh details, sharing our thoughts and breaking down what you can expect. From innovative gameplay mechanics to our personal takes on the updates, our discussion gives you the inside scoop. Think of it as “NHL 25 Talk,” where we explore everything this game has to offer, what to expect, and how that could improve the game.     Looking for the NHL 25 Reveal Trailer? Click here!   If you haven't read @bMaJuH's post about what's new in the game, check that out below:  

The pinnacle of European eHockey is upon us as the ECL '24: Spring - 1v1 Grand Finals approach. The Grand Finals feature the best players from the ECL '24: Winter & Spring seasons competing in the NHL 24 Online Versus game mode. The ECL 1v1 series has seen fierce competition throughout the Winter and Spring seasons, with top players battling for supremacy. The Grand Finals represent the final stage of the competition, where only one player will emerge as the champion. This event is not just about the glory of victory but also about the journey, the rivalries, and the unforgettable moments that have led us here. Meet the Players The ECL '24 year has not disappointed us, featuring incredible talent and nail-biting games. Erik @Eki Tammenpää, has consistently demonstrated his skill and resilience and proved himself by winning the ECL '24: Winter Championship and the constant success in the NHL Gaming World Championships, finishing in the TOP 4 this year. Väinö @Pikkarii Pikkarainen, the Spring champion, has risen through the ranks with exceptional skill. Niklas @NikkeDangles Tukiainen, the reigning Finnish champion, and Teemu @temppanen Karvonen, the 2023 Finnish champion, are also top contenders vying for the title, making this an event you won’t want to miss. The remaining four players don't pale in comparison and will give the above-mentioned favorites a run for their money. Henrik @Eken45jrEklund - a five-time Swedish Champion in the 1v1 game mode and semifinalist in this year's NHL 24 World Championship European finals. Arttu @Artuzio Mustila is always at his best when playing playoff hockey. We haven't seen him go all the way in some time, but some of his more memorable performances are winning the Finnish Championship in 2020 and 2021. Sisu @sisu33_ Nurminen, the second youngest player of our Grand Finalists, at 18 years old, surprised the eHockey world last year by winning the ECL '23: Winter - 1v1 Championship and has been competing at a high level ever since. Luka @Easychasniper2 Rönn, the youngest player in the competition at 16 years old, has yet to win big in the big tournaments but has had a solid and even track record of finishing close to the top in the last one or two years. Making it into the top 8 of this tournament is already a brilliant display of talent and everything from here on out is simply a bonus for this youngster. Don't count him out quite yet, though! Road to the Grand Finals The journey to the Grand Finals has been a test of skill, strategy, and endurance. Players earned their spots by excelling in either the Winter or Spring seasons, with the top two players from each season being automatically seeded into the Grand Finals. The remaining spots were filled by randomly assigning the next best players based on their season performance. .results-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } .results-table td, .results-table th { border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; } .results-table th { padding-top: 12px; padding-bottom: 12px; text-align: left; background-color: #f2f2f2; color: black; } Winter Season Results Spring Season Results 🥇 Erik @Eki Tammenpää 🥈 Teemu @temppanen Karvonen 🥉 Henrik @Eken45jr Eklund 🥉 Sisu @sisu33_ Nurminen 🥇 Väinö @Pikkarii Pikkarainen 🥈 Niklas @NikkeDangles Tukiainen 🥉 Arttu @Artuzio Mustila 🥉 Luka @Easychasniper2 Rönn Quarterfinals - Wednesday, July 3 Matchup 1: Erik @Eki Tammenpää vs. Luka @Easychasniper2 Rönn Matchup 2: Väinö @Pikkarii Pikkarainen vs. Henrik @Eken45jr Eklund Matchup 3: Teemu @temppanen Karvonen vs. Arttu @Artuzio Mustila Matchup 4: Niklas @NikkeDangles Tukiainen vs. Sisu @sisu33_ Nurminen Semifinals - Thursday, July 4 Winner of Matchup 1 vs. Winner of Matchup 4 Winner of Matchup 2 vs. Winner of Matchup 3 3rd Place Match - Thursday, July 4 Loser of Semifinal 1 vs. Loser of Semifinal 2 Finals - Thursday, July 4 Winner of Semifinal 1 vs. Winner of Semifinal 2 Broadcast Details Tune in to Twitch on Wednesday, July 3, and Thursday, July 4, starting at 19:00 CEST to catch all the action live. Brandon @bMaJuHBigsby, the main voice for the ECL '24: Spring season, will bring his exceptional play-by-play commentary and in-depth analysis to the broadcast. Joining him is Lauri @sopuli04 Enström, a seasoned 1v1 player who provides expert insights, making the viewing experience even more engaging. Join the community in live chat and make predictions using channel points. Engage with the community, share your thoughts, and see how your predictions stack up against others. Prepare yourself for the most thrilling eHockey event of the year. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the scene, the ECL '24: Spring - 1v1 Grand Finals promises excitement, skill, and unforgettable moments. Mark your calendars, join the broadcast, and witness the crowning of the European Champion!

SportsGamers, In this year's edition of the Swedish Championships we're crowning Elvis @bystrom___ Byström the new SCL 1v1 Champion! Elvis Byström, a 16-year-old from Örnsköldsvik, Sweden, has always had a strong connection to hockey and gaming. Born and raised in this small town, Elvis is currently studying to become a carpenter, a trade he finds both challenging and rewarding. His journey into the world of NHL gaming began at a young age, around 5 or 6 years old, when he and a friend from his old hockey team started playing NHL on his dad's Xbox. Afternoons at the Byström household often featured intense NHL game matches between Elvis and his dad. Despite losing all those early games, Elvis's determination never wavered. He continued to play, driven by the desire to finally win against his father. His dad, an avid NHL gamer himself, became Elvis's mentor, teaching him skill moves and coaching him through HUT Champs games when Elvis was around 10 or 11 years old. This father-son bonding over the NHL game not only improved Elvis's gaming skills but also deepened his love for the sport. His dad's passion for the game and his guidance were pivotal in shaping Elvis's own interest and dedication. Today, Elvis Byström continues to hone his skills both as a carpenter and as an NHL gamer, inspired by the lessons and memories shared with his father.   Bystrom___'s road to the Championship: Group stage record: 8-1-0-1 Playoffs:  RO16 vs @DAFA_03 3-1 Quarterfinals vs @AntonLxnd 3-0 Semifinals vs @LaxenHD 3-0 Finals vs @Wilgoat3 3-1 The top 3 of SCL 1vs1 in 2024 are: 1.  Elvis @bystrom___ Byström 2. Wilgot @Wilgoat3 Eriksson 3. Oliver @pappeen- Papmehl   Congratulations on the Swedish Championship in NHL 24! How does it feel? Big thanks once again! It feels great to be a Swedish champion even if the best player "Eken" wasn't participating. You won almost all of your games throughout your Championship run - were you expecting to go all the way and take home the title Yeah, my goal was to win all games but that's hard. We have good players in Sweden that can make it far in ECL 1v1 without a doubt, and yes my goal was to win the whole tournament. I think I played pretty well throughout the tournament, my highest level was pretty high and my lowest was not bad at all.    What do you think your strenght is? And how about your weaknesses? My strength is to keep the puck with my team and to win the puck back if I lose it. My weakness is to keep my head up in the games I think sometimes I stop focusing and play laidback, which is dumb.   How would you describe your final series against Wilgoat3? The final against Wilgoat was difficult in the first game because I hadn't played Wilgoat in NHL 24 so I needed to learn his game style. In game 2 I think I started to know what he was going to do and also the games after that and I was able to win 3-1 in games. This was my best series throughout the playoffs without a doubt.   SportsGamer would like to congratulate Elvis Byström on a tremendous tournament and the championship!

Finals Recap: Swedish Championship League 2024 Vesa Pompa Sweeps Unwanted in a Thrilling SCL Finals In a dramatic best-of-five series, Vesa Pompa, the top-seeded team, successfully defended their championship title by sweeping Unwanted, the second seed, with a 3-0 series victory. Each game was a nail-biter, with all matches decided by a single goal, showcasing the high level of competition in the Swedish Championship League (SCL) finals. Game 1: Vesa Pompa 4 - 3 Unwanted (Overtime) The series opener set the tone for an intense matchup. Unwanted took an early 3-0 lead, with goals from Steffen @Suth98_ Sutherland and Alex @Snus97_ Arvidsson, but Vesa Pompa's resilience shone through. Valtteri @Vattuyy Virtanen scored a natural hat trick in the third period, tying the game and sending it to overtime. Oliver @pappeen- Papmehl clinched the win for Vesa Pompa with a decisive goal in the extra period. Key moments included Virtanen's remarkable comeback performance and Papmehl's game-winning goal, highlighting Vesa Pompa's ability to perform under pressure. Game 2: Vesa Pompa 2 - 1 Unwanted Game 2 was another tightly contested affair. Unwanted struck first with a goal from Oscar Andersson, but Anton Svensander equalized for Vesa Pompa in the second period. Anton Lund's third-period goal proved to be the game-winner, giving Vesa Pompa a 2-0 series lead. Vesa Pompa's defensive discipline was notable, as they committed no penalties and maintained a strong presence on the attack, outshooting Unwanted significantly. Game 3: Vesa Pompa 3 - 2 Unwanted In the series' final game, Vesa Pompa once again showcased their championship pedigree. Valtteri Virtanen opened the scoring, but Unwanted responded with goals from Anton @Henka0009 Henriksson and Steffen Sutherland. Vesa Pompa leveled the game through Anton Lund, and Henrik Eklund scored the game-winning goal in the third period to complete the sweep. Vesa Pompa's dominance in shots on goal and their ability to capitalize on Unwanted's penalties were crucial in securing their victory. Key Players and Notable Moments Valtteri @Vattuyy Virtanen: Virtanen's natural hat trick in Game 1 was a pivotal moment, igniting Vesa Pompa's comeback and setting the stage for their overtime victory. Henrik @Eken45jr Eklund: Eklund consistently contributed throughout the series, scoring the game-winning goal in Game 3 that secured the championship for Vesa Pompa. Anton @AntonLxnd Lund: Lund's crucial goals in both Games 2 and 3 demonstrated his knack for delivering in high-pressure situations. Historical Context This victory marks another championship for Vesa Pompa, who have been a dominant force in the SCL. Notably, several players from this year's championship team have previous SCL titles under their belts: Henrik Eklund, Anton @antoniomannen004 Svensander and Adam @dzouvi Menšík have been part of Vesa Pompa's roster in multiple championship runs. Eklund has been a part of all of their titles: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023 and now 2024. Adam @karlssonadam_ Karlsson, Unwanted's goalie, was part of the Färjestad BK team that won the SCL in 2023 before they rebranded to Vesa Pompa. Watch Adam @esdor Ericson interview Anton Svensander after the finals: Vesa Pompa's road to the championship: Invited as seed #1 to playoffs as last years winners Round of 16: vs Polarbears HC (20) 3-0 Quarterfinals: vs Carolus Icemen (11) 3-0 Semifinals: vs Purification (4) 3-1 Finals: vs Unwanted (2) 3-0 The winning roster: GOALTENDERS #31 Dennis @Kallmanius Källman 🇸🇪 #53 Lucas @Sundstroom Sundström 🇸🇪 DEFENSEMEN #2 Oliver @pappeen- Papmehl 🇸🇪 #55 Henrik @Eken45jr Eklund (C) 🇸🇪 FORWARDS #37 Valtteri @Vattuyy Virtanen 🇫🇮 #62 Anton @antoniomannen004 Svensander (A) 🇸🇪 #92 Adam @dzouvi Menšík 🇨🇿 #94 Anton @AntonLxnd Lund 🇸🇪 You can watch the broadcast here: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2174803655 SportsGamer congratulates the 2024 Swedish Champions and extends a warm thank you to all participants.

SportsGamers, We are down to the TOP 8 team in the form of the Quarterfinals. Let's take a look at our schedule and matchups. Schedule Playoffs (BO5) Quarterfinals: Wednesday 12.6 Sunday 16.6 Deadline: Monday 17.6 Semifinals: Wednesday 19.6 Sunday 23.6 (we realize this is close to midsummer, so rescheduling as needed is recommended) Finals: 26.-30.6* * Dates are subject to change as broadcast productions are confirmed. Quarterfinal matchups: Davemiehet (2) vs Coventry Vikings (15) Dynamo Hc (3) vs HC Armata (13) Oljefondet (4) vs Chiefs hockey club (8) UEL TEAM (5) vs MANCAVExGG (6) Follow the Playoff streams: Please post dates, times and links for streams in the comments of this news story and social media, to help everyone find your team streams. Social media: Twitter: When posting tweets of your lineups, matchups, recaps, clips, articles - or any other content you might want to create - please make sure to tag the following accounts and hashtags when possible: @SportsGamerGG #ECL24Spring #eHockey #NHL24 #esports #kouvolanlakritsi Instagram: When posting on Instagram, please make sure to tag the following accounts and hashtags when possible: @SportsGamerGG #ECL24Spring #eHockey #NHL24 #esports #kouvolanlakritsi We wish all teams the best of luck!

We're in the Quarterfinals stage in the Core division this ECL ‘24 Spring season, and we have some good matchups to walk you throguh! Disclaimer: all of the predictions were made before any games were played. Prowlers (1) vs KohKae Esports (14) We're presented with a tantalizing matchup between the top-seeded Prowlers and the 14th seed KohKae Esports. This game promises high drama and intense competition as these two teams battle for a spot in the semifinals. The Prowlers have been dominant all season, finishing first in Group 2 and continuing their strong form into the playoffs. Key players like @RHannu, who scored 43 goals and 20 assists in the regular season and added 14 goals and 9 assists in the playoffs, have been pivotal. @Kvarneen has also been instrumental with 21 goals and 34 assists in the regular season and 5 goals and 16 assists in the playoffs. The Prowlers' ability to maintain offensive pressure and defensive solidity has made them a formidable opponent. KohKae Esports, finishing fourth in Group 3, have shown remarkable resilience. @Joona41 has led their charge with 21 goals and 7 assists in the playoffs, backed by strong support from @Royalcombat96 and @TenkaRolle. Their journey has been marked by crucial victories and a gritty determination to succeed. It's important to note that Kohkae come into the Quarterfinals as one of the hottest teams in the league, as they currently ride on a 16-game win streak that dates back to May 16 (8 wins to end the regular season and two series sweeps in the playoffs). Prowlers have been the model of consistency in the Core Division this season. They have yet to lose any games in succession, with their longest losing streak this season being just 1 game (including playoffs). Offensively, the Prowlers boast a potent attack led by RHannu and Kvarneen, capable of shifting the game's momentum swiftly. KohKae relies heavily on Joona41, with support from Royalcombat96, making for an exciting offensive duel. Defensively, the Prowlers excel at intercepting plays and maintaining puck control, while KohKae’s defense, anchored by @LihaPoni90, has shown resilience under pressure. Special teams will be crucial, with the Prowlers’ effective power play and KohKae’s impressive penalty kill percentage of 88.89% in the playoffs likely to play pivotal roles. The goalie comparison in the Playoffs is an interesting one: Prowlers’ goaltender, @Tizjeflen, has been reliable throughout the season and playoffs, with a goals against average (GAA) of 2.4 and most importantly playing winning hockey. However, the save percentage of 76.92% in the playoffs could indicate some room for improvement and could be key against a KohKae's offense. Tizjeflen has definitely done their part so far but will need to elevate their game to match the performance levels seen in the regular season. On the other side of the ice KohKae's goalie, @khassu--, has been pivotal in their playoff journey, showing remarkable performance under pressure. Khassu-- has posted an impressive GAA of 1.25 and a save percentage of 87.65%. These stats highlight their ability to perform in high-stakes situations and keep the team competitive. KohKae's netminder holds the statistical edge in playoff performance, which could be a decisive factor as KohKae Esports look to upset the top-seeded Prowlers in this critical series. Predictions: @Pekedipeks: 3-4 KohKae Esports @Pensasmies 4-2 Prowlers @bMaJuH 4-2 Prowlers ChatGPT: 4-1 Prowlers Armeijan Kuri (2) vs Silver Sword Griffins (10) Interestingly enough, these two teams were both in Group 3 during the regular season, meaning that they met twice. The regular season series was split, with Armeijan Kuri winning 6-2 and Silver Sword Griffins winning 4-3 in regulation. This is the only series in the Quarterfinal where the two teams meeting have played against each other before this season. During that regular season series, Armeijan Kuri outshot SSG 43-26 and had 18:27 of time on attack compared to SSG's 9:48. In other words, they doubled SSG's offensive production, something that the Griffins will have to improve on if they want to have a chance in this series. An impact player for SSG will be @SchoolBoyz who currently ranks Top 10 in the playoffs in points with 29, as well as in goals with 16, which matches his regular-season total. For Armeijan Kuri, @MutainenMalik will be one to watch. The ECL rookie led this team in points, (54), goals (23), and assists (31) during the regular season. He also was a defensive leader for his team, leading Armeijan Kuri in interceptions (115) and hits (158). He also tied @WIRTAAZKIN47 for the team lead in takeaways with 47. This series will also feature two of the top goaltenders that the Core Division has to offer, as both @kasuri1 for Ameijan Kuri and @gacorigavecit17 for SSG finished Top 5 in the league in wins and both had an 83.33 SV% during the regular season. Predictions: @Pekedipeks: 4-1 Armeijan Kuri @Pensasmies: 4-2 Armeijan Kuri @bMaJuH: 4-1 Armeijan Kuri ChatGPT: 4-1 Armeijan Kuri Capetown Kings (3) vs Saucer Hockey(8) This will be a classic matchup between strong offense and strong defense. Capetown Kings were one of the highest-scoring teams averaging 4.15 goals for per game (3rd in Core), while Saucer Hockey averaged just 1.9 goals against per game (tied for 3rd in Core). Capetown Kings dominated Group 4, finishing with a 14-5 record in the regular season. Their potent offense scored 71 goals while allowing just 44. Special teams have been exceptional, with a power play percentage of 32.4% and a penalty kill rate of 91.3%. In the playoffs, they have maintained their form, posting an 8-5 record. Key players include @Black1Eagle1 and @sambleri, both tallying 30 points in 13 games. Beeoo87 has also been effective with 14 points in 10 games. Their ability to combine offensive depth with strong defense makes them a tough contender. This has been paired with phenomenal goaltending from @Moneygunx, who has put up an 86.03 SV% in 10 starts. He has also posted 21 shutout periods during that time. Saucer Hockey, finishing second in Group 3, had a solid 13-5 regular season. They scored 58 goals and conceded 50, with a power play efficiency of 27.5% and a penalty kill rate of 84.09%. In the playoffs, they posted an 8-4 record. Key players include @Miggohell with 21 points and @Pagemz with 17 points and 84 interceptions. @JoonaIceman has also been crucial with 12 points and 62 interceptions. Capetown Kings enter as favorites with their balanced play, but Saucer Hockey has shown they can upset higher-seeded teams. This matchup promises high-paced action and strategic battles, with both teams vying for a semifinal spot. Predictions: @Pekedipeks: 4-3 Capetown Kings @Pensasmies: 3-4 Saucer Hockey @bMaJuH: 4-2 Capetown Kings ChatGPT: 4-2 Capetown Kings (5) Darra Stars VS Wida (6) As we head into the quarterfinals of the ECL '24 Spring - Core Division, the stage is set for an electrifying showdown between the #3 seed Darra Stars and the #8 seed Wida. Both teams have battled through their groups with determination and grit, promising high drama on the virtual ice. Darra Stars, finishing second in Group 2, come into the quarterfinals as the third seed, having posted an impressive 16-2-0 regular season record. They scored an average of 4.45 goals per game while allowing only 1.9 goals per game. In the playoffs, the Stars have continued their dominant form, averaging 3.77 goals per game and conceding just 1.46 goals per game. Leading the charge is @Aika_Suklaata, with 19 goals and 18 assists in 13 playoff games. @MrRelw supports with 33 points, and @isoraitti10 has added 29 points in just 7 games. In goal, @MietuskaXIV has been stellar, with an 88.62% save percentage and a 1.46 goals-against average. Wida, finishing second in Group 4, recorded a 12-5-0 regular season, scoring an average of 3.45 goals per game and allowing 1.7 goals per game. In the playoffs, they've been impressive with an average of 3.5 goals per game, although they've allowed 2.71 goals per game. Key players for Wida include @nikitikitin, who has 14 goals and 30 assists in 14 games, and @SeoSteve, who has contributed 22 goals and 16 assists. @Hattor111 has also been a significant contributor with 5 goals and 16 assists in 9 games. In net, @Mise13 has been reliable, posting an 84.47% save percentage and a 2.27 goals-against average. Darra Stars have a potent offense and strong defense, with MietuskaXIV as a standout performer. Their special teams are exceptional, particularly their perfect playoff penalty kill. Wida, with a balanced attack led by nikitikitin and SeoSteve, also boasts strong special teams with a 90.48% penalty kill in the playoffs. Expect a thrilling and tightly contested series, with the Darra Stars likely emerging victorious in a hard-fought battle. You can look forward to a showcase of skill and intense competition as these two teams fight for a spot in the semifinals of the ECL '24 Spring - Core Division. T Predictions: @Pekedipeks: 3-4 Wida @Pensasmies: 4-1 Darra Stars @bMaJuH: 4-3 Darra Stars ChatGPT: 4-2 Darra Stars Follow the Playoff streams: Please post dates, times and links for streams in the comments of this news story and social media, to help everyone find your team streams. Social media: Twitter: When posting tweets of your lineups, matchups, recaps, clips, articles - or any other content you might want to create - please make sure to tag the following accounts and hashtags when possible: @SportsGamerGG #ECL24Spring #eHockey #NHL24 #esports #kouvolanlakritsi Instagram: When posting on Instagram, please make sure to tag the following accounts and hashtags when possible: @SportsGamerGG #ECL24Spring #eHockey #NHL24 #esports #kouvolanlakritsi We wish all teams the best of luck!

SportsGamers, The last ECL '24: Spring - 1v1 Qualifiers are played on Wednesday, May 22nd, and Friday, May 24th! What this means in practice is that the registration for Qualifier 3 ends today (May 21) at 20:00 and the registration for Qualifier 4 ends Thursday (May 23rd) 20:00 CEST. For more information about what the ECL '24 - 1v1 competition as a whole is about, please read more about ECL 1v1 here. Prizes In the Spring season, the champion will skate away with 300 €, while the runner-up and the semi-finalists will claim 150 € and 75 €, respectively. It's the Grand Finals that hold the golden puck in the form of an additional 1800 € up for grabs - 700 € for the grand champion, decreasing incrementally down to €75 for those placing fifth to eighth. Note: The top 4 from the Winter season have already secured their Grand Finals spots and will not participate in the Spring qualifiers. ECL '24: Winter 1v1 - Season TOP 4: 🥇 Erik @Eki Tammenpää 🥈Teemu @temppanen Karvonen 🥉 Henrik @Eken45jr Eklund 🥉 Sisu @sisu33_ Nurminen With registration closing precisely at 23:59:59 CET the day before each qualifier, the countdown has begun. Participants are reminded to lace up their skates and register in time to secure their spot on the virtual ice. Will you be the one to hoist the ECL '24: 1v1 Championship trophy this year? Only time, talent, and the spirit of competition will tell. Get ready for the puck to drop! Note: Taking part in the ECL 1v1 seasons requires the purchase of the ECL '24 Player License. Alternatively, you may purchase the ECL '24: Winter Season Player License, however, please note that only covers the Winter season. ECL '23 Winter: 1v1 Schedule & Sign-up Please note that you should sign up for all qualifiers individually, meaning if you want to take part in both remaining qualifiers, please sign up for both using the buttons below. Should you make the TOP 8 during a qualifier, you unlock your spot in the TOP 32 stage and thus should not play in the remaining qualifiers. Qualifier 3 - Wednesday 22.5 Qualifier 4 - Friday 24.5 TOP 32 Group Play Group Play will be played in four (4) groups of eight (8) players. Monday 27.5 R1: 18:00 CEST R2: 18:30 CEST R3: 19:00 CEST R4: 19:30 CEST Wednesday 29.5 R5: 18:00 CEST R6: 18:30 CEST R7: 19:00 CEST R8: 19:30 CEST Playoffs (BO3) Monday 3.6 RO16: 18:00 CEST Wednesday 5.6 Quarterfinals: 18:00 CEST Sunday 9.6 - Online TOP 4 Finals Broadcast Semifinals: 18:00 CEST Finals: 20:00 CEST

SportsGamers, It's time for the ECL '24: Spring - Neo Playoffs, where the TOP 32 teams of ECL Neo battle for their chance to be the Neo Champions!   Schedule Playoffs (BO5) Round of 32:  Wednesday 29.5 Sunday 2.6 Round of 16:  Wednesday 5.6 Sunday 9.6 Quarterfinals:  Wednesday 12.6 Sunday 16.6 Semifinals:  Wednesday 19.6 Sunday 23.6 (we realize this is close to midsummer, so rescheduling as needed is recommended) Finals: 26.-30.6* * Dates are subject to change as broadcast productions are confirmed.   Round of 32 matchups: Taifun (1) vs Fallen Rangers Academy (32)   Davemiehet (2) vs RAUTANE REMMI (31)   Dynamo Hc (3) vs Eishockeynet Yetis (30)   Oljefondet (4) vs Beastie Boys (29)   UEL TEAM (5) vs Hc Total Chaos (28)   MANCAVExGG (6) vs Ice Predators (27)  DEAD EVIL (7) vs Kiitaman Kasanovat (26)   Chiefs hockey club (8) vs Rorvik HC (25)  RAIDERS HC (9) vs BACKCHECK BOYS (24)  Brothers In Gaming (10) vs LumberJackss HC (23)   Nelosketju (11) vs Academy Hockey (22)   Bigrus (12) vs Forgett Team (21)  HC Armata (13) vs Gleumes Hockey Krefeld II (20)    Lassen Lampaat  (14) vs Hannover Indians Esports (19)  Coventry Vikings (15) vs The Worn Out Wisemen (18)   Karhukissat (16) vs LOENGREENCREW (17)    Follow the Playoff streams: Please post dates, times and links for streams in the comments of this news story and social media, to help everyone find your team streams.   Social media: Twitter: When posting tweets of your lineups, matchups, recaps, clips, articles - or any other content you might want to create - please make sure to tag the following accounts and hashtags when possible:  @SportsGamerGG #ECL24Spring #eHockey #NHL24 #esports #kouvolanlakritsi Instagram: When posting on Instagram, please make sure to tag the following accounts and hashtags when possible:  @SportsGamerGG #ECL24Spring #eHockey #NHL24 #esports #kouvolanlakritsi   We wish all teams the best of luck!

SportsGamers, Over the course of the years, we've set a high standard for NHL and other esports competition with our leagues, tournaments, and content production around them. We have a lot of great people working behind the scenes, but in order to keep up with all the necessary tasks with greater efficiency, we are reaching out to you for help.   We are recruiting staff for several different positions and are looking for new staff members to work both with our leagues and tournaments. Most importantly, we are reaching out to our community to recruit a new Editor to take our written content production to the next level. As an Editor at SportsGamer.GG, your main responsibilities will revolve around all written content published on social media, our website, or even communicated through our partners' channels in various circumstances. You will also be expected e to generate your own content and have a vision of how to develop our content creation moving forward. There are possibilities to expand the role once you get comfortable in your position.  Editor:  Collaborate with content creators to refine and polish written and visual content for publication. Craft and develop the SportsGamer brand voice, style guidelines, and quality standards. Stay updated on industry trends in order to improve our content strategy.  Mandatory skills include an excellent understanding of the English language, and the ability to produce coherent text in English by yourself. Additional Nordic languages, especially Finnish and Swedish are very useful in the position, even if not a requirement. As you will be working with content on our social media platforms, an understanding of Instagram, Threads, X, TikTok and Facebook would be beneficial. You will also benefit from understanding SEO at least on a basic level.  Writers: Stay up to date with our leagues, tournaments and the latest industry news while creating interesting written content revolving around these. Have a knack for storytelling and finding the right ones to tell. Brainstorm ideas and content planning together with the Editor and other Writers. Mandatory skills include good proficiency in the English language and the ability to produce coherent text in English by yourself. We expect you to be able to work independently and meet deadlines set together with the Editor. As a SportsGamer writer, you'll have the freedom to pitch ideas and influence the content generated on our platform.   Please send in a portfolio of your previous work as a reference. In case you don't have previous journalistic references to send in, feel free to sweep us off our feet with your application instead. Reference from former Editor Janne @OGjahajaha Tarvonen: As a long-time SportsGamer staff member, I can personally vouch for this being an excellent stepping stone into the industry and that hard work in the position will provide you with great opportunities. In my time with SportsGamer, I've gained lots of experience in journalism, worked with professionals in that industry and received valuable feedback on my work. Through the years I've also been given the opportunity to work with our partners in projects, such as the eLiiga or with the Finnish Football Association. My work has also been published in Ilta-Sanomat and Aftonbladet as a direct result of working with SportsGamer.  As a SportsGamer Staff member, you will have a lot on your plate and we expect a certain level of work ethic, but in return you are provided with an interesting opportunity to enter the esports industry and develop your skills in a supportive environment. Several of our long-time members have made great improvements and taken steps towards a career in esports.    Contact Please send your application as an email to [email protected]. Please attach an introduction, your resume and a portfolio if you have one.   Interested in contributing outside of the areas listed above? Please reach out and let us know where you'd like to contribute!

SportsGamers, The ice heats up once again with the ECL '24: Spring - 1v1 season, the exhilarating continuation of our 1v1 two-parter. After the chilling duels of the Winter season, we're back for the Spring segment, inviting you to sharpen your skates for more high-stakes competition. The action takes place in the Online Versus game mode on PlayStation 5, with battles scheduled on the 14th, 17th, 22nd, and 24th of May. The competition's format is as thrilling as a sudden-death overtime, with each qualifier following a merciless double-elimination bracket. The stakes are high, as only the top 8 players from each qualifier will advance to the coveted TOP 32 group stage. The seeding is meticulously planned, ensuring a dynamic and suspense-filled progression through the tournament ranks. The first seeds (1-4) will be the victors from the upper bracket of Qualifier 1, with the subsequent seeds (5-8) coming from the lower bracket's best. This pattern continues through the qualifiers, with each set of eight seeds alternating between the upper and lower bracket survivors, culminating in seeds 29-32 from the lower bracket of Qualifier 4. This Spring season is not just a standalone event; it's a crucial part of the ECL '24: 1v1 year, which includes both the Winter and Spring seasons. The heat will truly turn up for the top 4 from each season, who will clash in the Grand Finals for an even larger slice of the prize pool. Speaking of rewards, a glance at the attached prize pool graphic reveals a treasure chest waiting to be unlocked. In the Winter season, the champion will skate away with 300 €, while the runner-up and the semi-finalists will claim 150 € and 75 €, respectively. The Spring season echoes the same tune, but it's the Grand Finals that hold the golden puck in the form of an additional 1800 € up for grabs - 700 € for the grand champion, decreasing incrementally down to €75 for those placing fifth to eighth. Note: The top 4 from the Winter season have already secured their Grand Finals spots and will not participate in the Spring qualifiers. ECL '24: Winter 1v1 - Season TOP 4: 🥇 Erik @Eki Tammenpää 🥈Teemu @temppanen Karvonen 🥉 Henrik @Eken45jr Eklund 🥉 Sisu @sisu33_ Nurminen With registration closing precisely at 23:59:59 CET two days before each qualifier, the countdown has begun. Participants are reminded to lace up their skates and register in time to secure their spot on the virtual ice. Will you be the one to hoist the ECL '24: 1v1 Championship trophy this year? Only time, talent, and the spirit of competition will tell. Get ready for the puck to drop! Note: Taking part in the ECL '24: Spring Spring season requires the purchase of the ECL '24: Spring Season Player License, or owning the ECL '24: Player License. ECL '24: Spring 1v1 Schedule & Sign-up Please note that you should sign up for all qualifiers individually, meaning if you want to take part in all four qualifiers, please sign up for all four using the buttons below. Should you make the TOP 8 during a qualifier, you unlock your spot in the TOP 32 stage and thus should not play in the remaining qualifiers. Qualifier 1 - Tuesday 14.5 Qualifier 2 - Friday 17.5 Qualifier 3 - Wednesday 22.5 Qualifier 4 - Friday 24.5 TOP 32 Group Play Group Play will be played in four (4) groups of eight (8) players. Monday 27.5 R1: 18:00 CEST R2: 18:30 CEST R3: 19:00 CEST R4: 19:30 CEST Wednesday 29.5 R5: 18:00 CEST R6: 18:30 CEST R7: 19:00 CEST R8: 19:30 CEST Playoffs (BO3) Monday 3.6 RO16: 18:00 CEST Wednesday 5.6 Quarterfinals: 18:00 CEST Sunday 9.6 - Online TOP 4 Finals Broadcast Semifinals: 18:00 CEST Finals: 20:00 CEST

SportsGamers, 1) We would like to remind every team that the transfer window for all ECL '24: Spring divisions expires this week, on Thursday, May 2nd at 23:59:59 CEST. Please remember to make sure your trades are in line with the rulebook before making them and check with support if you aren't sure. Remember, only one transfer per player is allowed per season - unless the player has played 0 games (overall, for any team) the entire season, which is covered in rule 14.6. If you're a player still looking for a team or a team still looking to add to your roster, please head to the Free Agents section or the Clubs Looking For Players section on our forum. Please post any last-minute transfers in the comments section below so everyone can enjoy them. 2) We have made some minor adjustments to the rulebook The most important adjustment is recovering the header numbering that was accidentally lost during our last update. This made the rulebook harder to browse and we hope the return of the numbers will make things easier again. Both the Elite & Pro Captain Poll and then the Lite & Core public poll have closed and the majority in both cases has voted to keep/put the ability polls in action. See below for the result screenshots. Updated link to the ECL ’24: Spring – Information & Key Dates for easy and quick access to the important season details. Please note that the server caches the linked rulebook and it may take some time for the updated version to appear.

Hey Gamers, With the poll closing tonight regarding the ECL Lite and Core ability bans, we can now (practically) confirm that we will be moving forward with the bans as previously communicated. Here's a recap of the ability bans: Elite & Pro: Truculence, Big Tipper, and Unstoppable Force are banned. Captains from these divisions have, however, been sent a message asking for the team's opinion on whether they want these traits to be unbanned for later weeks. The deadline for voting on this is 23.4. Lite & Core: Truculence, Big Tipper, and Unstoppable Force will be banned from 22.4 for the ongoing ECL season. Neo: No trait bans

HockeyGM is a Finnish NHL coaching game. The service lets you build your own team of NHL players and act as a GM. HGM NHL 24 Varjopleijarit is a casual low-threshold NHL 24 tournament, consisting of a one-night 1v1 tournament. Games are played in Online Versus mode on PlayStation 5 consoles, and product prizes are awarded to the best players. The tournament is aimed at novice NHL 24 players, so this is a great opportunity to get a taste of competitive gaming and show off your skills. Check the tournament rules* for entry restrictions: HGM NHL 24 Shadow Players Rules The tournament will be played on Friday 26.4.2024 AWARDS The following prizes will be awarded to the best players in the tournament: 6 months Sports Magazines + Hockey GM season code 6 months Sports Magazines + Hockey GM season code 6 months Sports Magazines + Hockey GM season code Hockey GM season code All those who participate in the tournament and complete their games will be entered into a prize draw for a Hockey GM season code. ENTER HERE  REGISTER FOR THE TOURNAMENT  * Participation requires a home address in Finland

This Saturday, April 20th, the Helsinki Exhibition & Convention Centre will become the epicenter of Finnish virtual hockey as it hosts the electrifying finals of the NHL 24 Finnish Championship. SportsGamers unite! This is your chance to witness the crème de la crème of Finnish eHockey competitors as they battle for the national title in what promises to be a day filled with high-stakes digital action.   Dual Competitions, Twice the Excitement The day will feature two formats: the 1v1 and 6v6 competitions. In the 1v1 category, four top players will face off in the semifinals. Watch Väinö @Pikkarii Pikkarainen take on Niklas @NikkeDangles Tukiainen and Teemu @temppanen Karvonen challenge Sisu @sisu33_ Nurminen. The winners will battle it out for the championship title in a must-see finale. Not to be outdone, the 6v6 team format will also see its top contenders fight for glory. The bronze match pits the Polski Boys against Tunnel Vision, while the grand finale will see Parasite (formerly hREDS) go head-to-head with Straikers. Each team is geared up to deliver a performance that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Limited Access, Act Fast! The eHockey SM 2024 finals will take place in the Experience Lounge of the Exhibition Centre, coinciding with the popular Child and Food Fairs. Due to the expected crowd and the exclusive nature of the event, access is limited. However, you might still grab a free ticket if you act quickly. Ensure your spot by filling out the form here:  https://forms.gle/z8DrmeUw6LZPrFdm7  (If you don't speak Finnish, but you want to join the event, please send a private message to @Kenu. ​​​​​​​ Can’t Make It? Tune In Live! If you can’t join us in person, don’t worry. You can still catch all the action live via the SportsGamer Twitch channel. Renowned esports commentator Arttu "Olvari" Hämäläinen will be bringing the live thrills, both at the venue and online. This Saturday promises not just to be a game day but an unforgettable gathering of sports gaming enthusiasts. Ready your spirit, cheer for your favorites, and witness the mastery of virtual hockey at its best. See you at the eHockey SM 2024 finals or online — game on!

SportsGamers, The newest update to the ECL '24: Spring 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 Winter. Find the new rulebook here. Here's a snapshot of some of the major adjustments / additions compared to ECL ‘24: Winter: 11.7.: Player ability bans have been added and are being continuously evaluated. 9.2.1: Timeouts are now allowed under the right circumstances. 11.1: Period length clarified as 4 minutes, now that it is adjustable in the game. We ask every team and it's members to familiarize themselves with the rulebook before taking the ice for the ECL '23 Spring season. Please refer to the rulebook in case of any issues that may arise throughout the season. In case of any questions, please be in touch with support. An update regarding player ability bans As an update regarding the information released yesterday, we can confirm that after internal discussion and examination of the poll results, we will be tweaking the trait ban list - unless the poll completely turns around in the coming days, of course. There's still time to contribute - so get your votes in! Elite & Pro: Truculence, Big Tipper, and Unstoppable Force will be banned for the first week of the season. Captains from these divisions will however be sent a message asking for the team's opinion on whether they want these traits to be unbanned for later weeks. Lite & Core: Truculence, Big Tipper, and Unstoppable Force will be banned from week two onwards for the ongoing ECL season. Neo: No trait bans While we appreciate that players from differing divisions would prefer rules to be applied evenly, we believe that offering the opportunity for Elite & Pro players to make their voices heard (just as Lite & Core players have been able to) is the right thing to do – even if that means enacting a different trait ban list. Ultimately however, this situation was not handled up to the standard expected and as such we will investigate how we can improve upon our communication and ability to get information out to you the players in a timely fashion.

The Espoo eHockey Open is a casual, low-threshold NHL 24 tournament that is suitable for all levels of NHL players. The tournament is played in 4v4 mode and was open to teams of two or more players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. Product prizes will be awarded to the top teams. The tournament games have been played mainly online, but the finalists will face each other this Saturday, 13th of April, at the final event in the Shopping Centre Ainoa in Espoo, Finland. At the event, you can enjoy playing NHL 24 in good company and watch the tournament's toughest teams go head-to-head. The program for the final event: 10:00-13:00 Free play 13:30-14:30 Final - Espoo eHockey Open: Beginners - (4) Valkealan Kiekko vs IceVikings (8) 14:45-16:00 Final - Espoo eHockey Open: Experienced players - (1) Naski vs ROBE Esports (3) 16:15-17:30 Final - Espoo eHockey Open: Professionals - (4) GOONS vs JYP All-Stars (6) 17:30-19:00 Free play The final matchups will be decided in a best-of-three series. The schedule is approximate. As usual, if you can't make it to the venue, you'll also be able to watch the stream live at https://www.twitch.tv/sportsgamergg!

SportsGamers, GCL 11 is on its finishing straight and besides 6v6 action in Division I and II the 1v1 Finals were played in the first week of April! Seed #1 Kevin @Keuschemisch Berg clashed with newcomer and seed #2 Dominik @no-man-ger Claus! While the defending Champion Keuschemisch finished his regular season with a perfect record of 12-0-0-0, NoManGer who played his first 1v1 Tournament on SportsGamer.gg surprisingly finished right behind him with a 9-1-1-1 record. Claus played a quite succesful 6v6 Division II campaign with Huskies eSports and only fell short to veteran Tim @Timasy Hess and the Finals opponent in his first 12 games. No-Man-Ger who went with the Tampa Bay Lightning during the whole tournament, managed to sweep @HousePro99 in the Quarterfinals and beat @maqareal in three games on his way to the GCL 11 Final. The Black Jacks Forward Berg started with the Toronto Maple Leafs and changed to the Carolina Hurricanes after the Trade Deadline in the NHL which later became clear to be the right choice with his Gameplay. Two Sweeps against @LookandLearn1 and @TacoLaBonita secured back-to-back Finals for the 27 year old Cologne native.  All games were a good back and forth, but the defending Champion really utilized his scoring chances very effectively - especially in Game 1 as he secured a 6-1 victory. The newcomer reacted well and came back from a two-goal-deficit twice in the second game as he turned the game around and forced the deciding game 3 with a 5-4 win over Berg - which was his first loss during the whole GCL 11 season. As experienced as Keuschemisch is he adjusted his gameplay in the deciding matchup and claimed his second GCL 1v1 title with a convincing 5-1 win! SportsGamer thanks all participating players and @Keuschemisch on his back-to-back title in the German Championship League. Also a big shoutout to @no-man-ger who played an amazing first season in competetive NHL gaming in the DACH area!   Keuschemisch's road to the Championship: Regular season record: 12-0-0-0 (#1 seed) Quarterfinals: vs @LookandLearn1 2-0 (3-2 & 8-2) Semifinals: vs @TacoLaBonita 2-0 (7-0 & 9-3) Finals: vs @no-man-ger 2-1 (6-1, 4-5 & 5-1)   Once again a big thank you to all participating players and see you next season in GCL 12!

Get ready to dive into the exciting world of the European Championship League (ECL) as we bring you the highly anticipated ECL Wraparound, hosted by the one and only Cody @Tougie24 Tougas! In this episode Tougie wraps up the ECL '24: Winter season and looks at the Elite Award winners.