Academics Pilsen is an ice hockey team based in the city of Pilsen, Czech Republic. The team was founded in 1929 and has a rich history of success in Czech ice hockey. Academics Pilsen competes in the Czech Extraliga, the top professional ice hockey league in the country.
The team's home arena is the Home Monitoring Aréna, which has a seating capacity of over 8,000 spectators. The team's colors are blue and white, and their logo features a stylized letter "A" with a hockey stick and puck.
Academics Pilsen has won the Czech Extraliga championship twice, in 2010 and 2013. They have also won the Czech Cup three times, in 2008, 2010, and 2011. The team has a strong roster of talented players, including several Czech national team members.
Off the ice, Academics Pilsen is known for its commitment to education and community involvement. The team has a partnership with the University of West Bohemia, and many of its players are pursuing higher education degrees while playing professional hockey. The team also participates in various charitable initiatives and community events throughout the year.