Storhamar - Ice Hockey

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Storhamar Hockey, often referred to by its initials SIL, is a Norwegian ice hockey team based in Hamar, Norway. The club currently plays in the EliteHockey Ligaen, the highest level of Norwegian hockey. The club has won seven regular season titles and seven national championships since its founding on 18 March 1957. Storhamar play their home games in the CC Amfi. The club also includes the largest junior department in Norwegian ice hockey. The team colours are yellow and blue.

History

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The 1952 Winter Olympics inspired local Hamar youth to form a hockey club in the area. The first ice rink was constructed in 1955, and Storhamar was formally accepted into the Norwegian Ice Hockey Association two years later.

To date, the club has won the Norwegian Championships (playoffs) seven times, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2000, 2004, 2008 and 2018.

The most notable player in franchise history is Erik Kristiansen who played 20 seasons scoring 509 goals and 406 assists in 649 games. The best known player internationally from Storhamar is Patrick Thoresen.

During the 2016–17 playoffs, Storhamar Hockey was involved in the longest professional hockey match ever recorded, taking 217 minutes and 14 seconds to defeat Sparta Warriors 2-1. The game ended in the 11th period when Joakim Jensen scored for Storhamar.

Storhamar is a professional ice hockey team based in Hamar, Norway. The team competes in the Norwegian top-tier ice hockey league, GET-ligaen, and has a rich history of success in the sport. Storhamar is known for its passionate fan base and competitive spirit on the ice.

The team's colors are blue and white, and they play their home games at the storied CC Amfi arena in Hamar. Storhamar has a reputation for developing talented players through their youth system and has produced several notable NHL players over the years.

Storhamar has won multiple Norwegian championships and has also had success in international competitions. The team is known for its fast-paced, physical style of play and has a strong rivalry with other top teams in the league.

Overall, Storhamar is a respected and competitive team in Norwegian ice hockey, with a dedicated fan base and a tradition of excellence on the ice.