VIK Västerås HK
Wikipedia - Västerås IK
Västerås IK (Västerås Ishockey klubb) is a professional ice hockey club from Västerås, Sweden. The team is currently playing in the second-tier league in Sweden, HockeyAllsvenskan. Västerås IK played 12 seasons in the top Swedish league Elitserien (1988–89 to 1999–00) before the club went bankrupt and merged with the junior club (Västerås IK Ungdom), which changed name to VIK Västerås HK in 2005. In 2018, after playing a year in tier three, Hockeyettan, the club changed it name back to the old name Västerås IK.
History
Västerås IK was founded in 1913 and started playing ice hockey in 1939. The ice hockey section of Västerås IK was later separated and was active until 2000, when the club folded and the A team was moved to the club Västerås IK Ungdom (English: junior), which changed to its current name in 2018.
The team's colors are blue and white, and they are known for their passionate fan base and exciting style of play. VIK Västerås HK has a reputation for developing talented players and competing at a high level in the SHL.
The team plays their home games at ABB Arena, a modern and state-of-the-art arena located in Västerås. VIK Västerås HK has a dedicated and loyal fan base that fills the arena for every home game, creating an electric atmosphere for players and spectators alike.
Overall, VIK Västerås HK is a respected and competitive team in Swedish ice hockey, with a strong tradition of success and a bright future ahead.