HK Nitra Head Coach Erik Caladi: “A traditional Finnish club coming off an outstanding season where they marched all the way to the finals. They will undoubtedly want to carry that momentum forward, so we must be thoroughly prepared for their style of play.”

Dynamo Pardubice Head Coach Filip Pešán: “KooKoo reached the final last season and they also had a successful regular season. They are doing a good job and are presenting themselves with good hockey, which makes them dangerous for any opponent.”

Adler Mannheim Head Coach Dallas Eakins: “Finnish hockey always demands your best and KooKoo are a perfect example of that. Coming off an incredible season and reaching the league final, they have built a highly competitive team with tremendous character. We’re excited for the opportunity to play in Kouvola.”

Herning Blue Fox Head Coach Jason O’leary: ”Runners-up in Finland last season, KooKoo will be a very hard game for us!”

Frölunda Gothenburg Head Coach Robert Ohlsson: A well-organised team with great skating ability.”

KAC Klagenfurt Head Coach Kirk Furey: “KooKoo were promoted to the Finnish top league eleven years ago and have established themselves there. In spring, they came very close to winning their very first silverware, only losing in game seven of the playoff finals. We expect to meet a high-quality team with a very structured style of play when we host them in Klagenfurt.”