Dielsdorf, Switzerland – The EHC Uzwil Hawks face elimination tonight as they travel to Sportanlage Erlen to challenge the EV Dielsdorf-Niederhasli in the second game of the Best-of-3 playoff final for the 2nd League Regional Championship. The Hawks lost the opening game of the series 2-4 on Thursday, March 5th, at the KEB Uzehalle in Niederuzwil.
Thursday’s match saw Dielsdorf-Niederhasli take an early lead, establishing a 2-1 advantage by the end of the first period. They extended their lead in the second period, building a cushion that Uzwil was unable to overcome despite a goal in the final period. The final score was 2-4.
According to reports, the EHC Uzwil was hampered by absences due to professional commitments and illness during the first game. The team anticipates a stronger lineup for tonight’s crucial match. A victory for Uzwil would force a decisive third game, scheduled for Tuesday, March 10th, at the KEB Uzehalle.
The EHC Uzwil has organized a fan bus to Dielsdorf, departing from the Töbeli-Parkplatz at 3:45 PM local time. The cost is CHF 20 per person, with a reduced rate of CHF 10 for children under 16. Registration is available via [email protected], with payment collected on board the bus.
The EHC Uzwil previously advanced to the playoff final after a victory against Lenzerheide-Valbella, continuing their pursuit of a potential promotion to the 1st League.