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U20: Hungary beats Italy

Hungary came from behind to defeat Italy 2-1 in the U20 Super Challenge in Karlstad, avoiding last place in the tournament. Despite Nicolò Remolato's early goal for Italy, Hungary secured the win with goals from Krisztián Franyó and Barnabás Lőczi, dominating the shot count 49-24.

The U20 Super Challenge in Karlstad saw Vålerenga Ishockey claim the top spot, finishing with four wins and one loss, followed closely by France and Färjestad BK. BIK Karlskoga secured fourth place, while Hungary and Italy struggled, finishing fifth and sixth respectively, with Italy failing to win any games. The tournament featured standout performances from players like Agust Kittel (BIK) and Robinson Djian (France), who led the scoring chart.

Game interrupted in Norway

Tonight's game Vålerenga - Lørenskog in Norwegian GET-Ligaen was terminated in the second period due to too much fog over the ice. At that point Lørenskog had a 1-0 lead on a goal by Nathan Longpre.

Other results in Norway today: Stavanger - Sparta 10-2, Stjernen - Manglerud 7-3 and Kongsvinger - Frisk Asker 3-7.

Sondre Olden named Player of the Year in Norway

Vålerenga's Sondre Olden has been voted GET-Ligaen Player of the Year by the players. The 21-year old forward scored 25 goals and 33 assists in 43 games during the season.

For next season Olden has signed with Brynäs of the Swedish top league SHL.

Vålerenga-Stavanger in the Norwegian finals

BothVålerenga Ishockey and Stavanger Oilers won game seven of the semi finals to qualify for the GET-ligaen finals.

Vålerenga beat Storhamar 2-1 in the decisive game while Stavanger got a 6-2 win over Lillehammer.

The first final will be played on Friday.

Vålerenga first team to advance in Norway

Vålerenga was the first team to advance to the semi finals in GET Ligaen after eliminating Stjernen in four straight games. The three other quarter finals continue on Sunday, Stavanger has a 3-1 lead while the other two series are tied 2-2.

Patrick Thoresen and Trine Martens won Gullpucken

SKA forward Patrick Thoresen won the Norwegian Gullpucken (The Golden Puck). This award is given to the best Norwegian hockey player following performances for his club and the national team. At the last World Champioship Thoresen finished second in the list of top scorers in the tournament and was named in Tournament All Team. Thoresen won Gullpucken also in the 2008-09 season. "It's great to receive such a prestigious award. In Norway there are many great players, so the choice wasn't simple" Thoresen commented. Vålerenga and Norway national team forward  Trine Martens won the award in women category