The team is using the two-day camp for on-rink training, physical conditioning, and team-building hikes
. Andorra's facilities and mild weather drew praise from officials and coach Marc Muntané.
Key Points
- Reigning OK Lliga champions and six-time European winners train at Joan Samarra Vila Municipal Stadium.
- Deputy Consul Olalla Losada welcomed the full squad, staff, and executives on Thursday.
- Camp includes rink sessions, gym work, and group hikes for bonding before national team duties.
- Coach Marc Muntané praises Andorra's weather, venues, and outdoor options.
Igualada Hoquei Club, the reigning OK Lliga champions and six-time European titleholders, is conducting a pre-season training camp in Andorra la Vella. The Catalan side is training at the Joan Samarra Vila Municipal Stadium pavilion on Thursday and Friday to prepare for the upcoming season, which features a title defense and a return to the WSE Champions League.
Deputy Consul Olalla Losada visited the team on Thursday to welcome it to the parish and review its preparations. She expressed satisfaction that a top European club had selected Andorra la Vella for such a demanding campaign, noting the area's strong sports facilities and environment that supports a mix of on-rink training, physical conditioning, and outdoor pursuits.
The delegation comprises the entire squad, most of the technical staff, and two executives. The two-day camp features rink sessions, gym work, and group activities to strengthen cohesion before three players report to their national teams.
Head coach Marc Muntané stated that the focus is on team bonding through group exercises alongside on-ice and gym sessions. He pointed to Andorra's current mild weather, quality venues, and options for team hikes as key factors in the choice.
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