Introducing the participants of Tour XIII
Take a look at the 14 members of the Eurolanche Fan Club who will take part in the upcoming Eurolanche on Tour XIII.
Name: Jakub Kantor
Age: 31
From: Trinec, Czech Republic
Avs fan since: 2009
Eurolanche member since: 2013
Participation at previous Tours: Invasion VIII (2016)
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"I’m looking forward to seeing NHL games again with friends who have the same passion as I. What are my expectations? That we’ll once again enjoy lots of fun and great experiences."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 6-1-1
Name: Ladislav Olejnik
Age: 36
From: Kosice, Slovensko
Avs fan since: 1996
Eurolanche member since: 2007
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"The Eurolanche trips began while I was still in college and since then, it has been a dream of mine to take part in a trip with Eurolanche. I remember how I devoured the experiences from, I think, the first Eurolanche trip, when we personally met with David Puchovsky and Martin Polk for a beer in Bratislava. I’ve been following each edition of the Eurolanche trips ever since. My dream was to see the Colorado Avalanche live and I firmly believe that I’ll also get to see my most favorite player in the history of the NHL, Joe Sakic, and that I’ll be lucky enough to take a picture together :) After winning the Stanley Cup in 2022, I was determined that should Eurolanche organize another trip, I’d definitely take part in it and my wife fully supported me (she has been a fan with me for 16 years and our 2 children are fans as well)."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 5-2-1
Name: Hannes Boberg
Age: 33
From: Jonkoping, Sweden
Avs fan since: 1997
Eurolanche member since: 2018
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"As I'm a huge hockey fan, traveling to the US to watch the NHL has been a plan for many years. Also, since I'm an Avalanche fan, the plan has, of course, been to watch the Avalanche and I wanted to attend several games. I think it will be a great experience, to travel around the US (and the state of Colorado in particular) with other people I share a big interest with. I expect to have two amazing weeks with great ice hockey, beautiful scenery, great food, beer, and company."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 5-2-1
Name: Jiri Matejicny
Age: 39
From: Novy Jicin, Czech Republic
Avs fan since: 1995 (1994)
Eurolanche member since: 2021
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"I’ve always wanted to see an NHL game live, I have it on my bucket list, but due to finances, later due to school and family, I never had the time nor options. Later on, I began using social media, got into Eurolanche and then, through David, it was all easy. Taking part in this year’s Tour is a dream come true and also a big birthday present."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: "Budu spokojený, když uvidím minimálně pět vítezství Avs z osmi."
Name: Marian Hula
Age: 71
From: Sala, Slovakia
Avs fan since: 2018
Eurolanche member since: 2018
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"Seeing the best and highest quality hockey in the world live is definitely the dream of every sports fan. I’m very happy that I can participate thanks to Eurolanche. As I’ve never been across the Atlantic before, I’m curious about the way of life and the environment and surroundings in each US state that we’ll visit."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: "Vzhľadom na maródku najlepších hráčov Colorada i postupný ich návrat do mužstva a zároveň i s postupným návratom ich skvelej formy tak verím vo väčšinu víťazných zápasov Colorada Avalanche."
Name: Michal Kubala
Age: 34
From: Brno, Czech Republic
Avs fan since: 1996
Eurolanche member since: 2021
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"I’m taking part in the trip to fulfill my boyhood dream of seeing the Avalanche live."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 6-2
Name: Jiri Otto
Age: 32
From: Havlickuv Brod, Czech Republic
Avs fan since: 1998
Eurolanche member since: 2020
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"I’m taking part in the trip because it’s always been my dream to see the Avs with my own eyes on their home ice, I’m really looking forward to the atmosphere. Even getting to the US will be an experience on its own, I’m really looking forward to all the additional activities, be it visits to the national parks and others such as the opportunity to visit MLB and NFL stadiums."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: "Doufám že určené aspoň 10 bodů z 8 zápasů a budeme těžit z domácího prostředí a naše hra půjde nahoru."
Name: Peter Masaryk
Age: 28
From: Malacky, Slovakia
Avs fan since: 2006
Eurolanche member since: 2021
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"I always wanted to go to the US and if it can be combined with games of my favorite team, I couldn't possibly refuse. As part of the trip, I expect good hockey and fun."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: AVS-CGY 4:3, AVS-VGK 5:3, AVS-NJD 4:2, DAL-AVS 2:3, AVS-SEA 6:4, AVS-SJS 3:1, AVS-LAK 2:0, AVS-ARI 2:1pp
Name: Marian J.
Age: 37
From: Trinec, Czech Republic
Avs fan since: 1995
Eurolanche member since: 2020
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"To fulfill my dream of travelling to the US and see my favorite team with my own eyes. And expectations? Just enjoy it to the max."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 4-3-1
Name: Patrik Boberg
Age: 55
From: Jonkoping, Sweden
Avs fan since: 1995
Eurolanche member since: 2022
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"A fantastic opportunity to watch the Avalanche together with people also supporting the team. This will be my first trip to the US and it is a journey I have been looking forward to for a long time. My expectations are to meet new people, to make new friends and to enjoy a great vacation combined with some nice food, beer and lots of experiences."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 4-3-1
Name: Roman Kosecek
Age: 47
From: Lukov, Czech Republic
Avs fan since: 1995 (1991)
Eurolanche member since: 2022
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"I’m fulfilling my dream of travelling to Colorado and I expect lots of experiences both at the games with the fans and while getting to know Colorado and other places in the US."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 5 vítězství, 2 remízy, 1 prohra
Name: Michal Vecera
Age: 26
From: Bratislava, Slovakia
Avs fan since: 2010
Eurolanche member since: 2021
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"I'm looking forward to fulfilling my childhood dream of seeing NHL games and meeting Colorado players in person, as well as to having lots of fun with a group of fans."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 4-2-2
Name: Jan Novak
Age: 24
From: Svetla nad Sazavou, Czech Republic
Avs fan since: 2016
Eurolanche member since: 2022
Participation at previous Tours: -
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"I always wanted to travel to America and to attend an NHL game in person. I’m looking forward to the planned trips, it’s really great that we’ll get to see so many places. I’m expecting the trip to be awesome."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 5 výher, 3 prohry
Name: David Puchovsky
Age: 32
From: Bratislava, Slovakia
Avs fan since: 2000
Eurolanche member since: 2007
Participation at previous Tours: Invasion I (2008/09), Invasion III (2010), Invasion IV (2011), Invasion V (2013), Invasion VI (2013/14), Invasion VII (2014/15), Invasion VIII (2016), Invasion IX (2017), Invasion X (2018), Invasion XI (2019), Invasion XII (2020)
Why are you taking part in the Eurolanche on Tour XIII and what are your overall expectations?
"I’m really glad that after three years, we managed to not only put together a group, but the biggest one in Eurolanche history on top of that. I hope the program meets everyone’s expectations. It’ll once again be pretty brutal, as we’ll get to see 8 games, including the NHL, in just 16 days in the US, but I believe we’ll manage everything. I’m most looking forward to the road trip to Dallas. The road itself looks pretty interesting."
Predict the Avs’ record during Tour XIII: 8-0-0
Information about Eurolanche on Tour, as well as information about the previous twelve trips, are available at Tour.Eurolanche.com. If you’re considering taking part in a future Tour and have any questions, please contact us at eurolanche@eurolanche.com. Registration will be made available at a later date and every Fan Club member who provided his email address in the registration form will be notified via email.
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21/02/2023 - 18:00
