Saturday, 17. May 2025 | Personnel update at EHC Red Bull München and the Rookie Bulls
Personnel changes at the Red BullsHede and Chyzowski leave | Funk moves | Rautert arrives// STAFFThere will be personnel changes at Rookie Bulls München e. V., the youth division of EHC Red Bull München, and in the club's professional division as of July 1.Niklas Hede, head of the youth department since 2020, and Ron Chyzowski, head youth coach since 2011, will be leaving the organization. After many successful years, Hede is returning to his home country of Finland at his own request. He will be succeeded by Lorenz Funk, who has been supporting the Red Bulls as manager of the professional team since 2023 and works closely with Managing Director Sports Christian Winkler. “Thanks to his extensive experience from numerous ice hockey positions, he has outstanding ice hockey expertise, especially in the youth sector. Lenz was at Niklas' side during the Rookie Bulls' first season and is therefore the best replacement to continue the positive development of our youth department,” says Winkler.
Chyzowski's responsibilities will be continued internally in order to ensure continuity and high quality in the training of young talent.
Lorenz Funk takes over the responsibilities of Niklas Hede
Rautert reinforces the professional sports department
At the same time, a familiar face is returning in a new role: Neville Rautert, who played for Munich alongside Hede during the 2010 promotion season, will be joining the professional sports department. “I'm incredibly happy that Neville is coming home. He has developed steadily over the past few years, knows the European and North American markets very well, and works at a very high organizational level. The initial discussions between Neville, Oliver David, and myself were very trusting, which is the basis for good cooperation,” said Winkler. After his active career, Rautert worked as a team manager in Munich and at ERC Ingolstadt, among other places.
Neville Rautert on his time as an active player in Munich (2010)
Hede has taken youth development to a new level
Over the past five years, Hede has played a key role in shaping youth development at EHC Red Bull München. Under his leadership, the youth organization has been further developed both in terms of sport and structure. With visionary approaches to talent promotion, great dedication, and professional expertise, he has created sustainable structures that will continue to benefit young talents in the future.
Niklas Hede during training
Chyzowski has accompanied players such as Peterka on their journey
Chyzowski has been head coach of the junior team since 2011 and, during this long period, has accompanied players such as current NHL professional John-Jason Peterka on their sporting journey with great dedication and personal commitment. His tireless commitment to the personal development of each individual and his ability to motivate young players have greatly enriched the Red Bulls' youth program.
Ron Chyzowski steps down as head coach of the Rookie Bulls
The Red Bulls organization would like to thank Hede and Chyzowski for their outstanding contributions to the Rookie Bulls and wish them all the best in their future professional and personal endeavors. Hede and Chyzowski will always remain an important part of the Rookie Bulls family.
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