The Rookie Experience – Joshua Schwarzer

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The Rookie Experience – Joshua Schwarzer

 

 

Schwarzer Dons the Chicago Jersey for the First Time In His Rookie Debut

Joshua Schwarzer is set to make a significant leap forward in his hockey career and make his rookie debut in season 92 of the VHL. Schwarzer will be joining the Chicago Phoenix for the upcoming season who took a big bet on him and drafted him 6th overall in the previous VHL entry draft. The move marks a transition from the VHLE, where Schwarzer played a pivotal role in securing the Cologne Express's third consecutive championship.

 

As Schwarzer prepares for his rookie season in the VHL, his goals are both immediate and long-term. In the short term, he aims to adapt swiftly to the heightened level of competition in the VHL. The transition from VHLE to VHL is a significant one, and Schwarzer acknowledges the need to elevate his game to match the intensity and skill of his new opponents. In particular, Schwarzer is looking to improve on his defensive game, his puck control abilities, and improve his shot to get them more in tune with the VHL level.

 

One of the challenges facing the Chicago Phoenix is the departure of Scotty Sundin, a star player who contributed significantly to the team's offense. Sundin's retirement leaves a notable void in the scoring department (49 goals and 112 points last season), and Schwarzer is aware of the impact it could have on the team's performance. While unrealistic for Schwarzer to fill this void as a rookie, he hopes he can help mitigate this loss with contributions of his own and plans to learn from players like Legacy Gaming, who also had a breakout season on the team last season (39 goals, 86 points). If Schwarzer can function as a secondary offensive piece this season, the fans will be quite pleased.

 

The excitement in Chicago is fueled not only by Schwarzer's arrival but also by the acquisition of Yaroslav Trunov. The former Malmo Nighthawks player brings a wealth of offensive prowess, having notched 34 goals and 74 points last season. Schwarzer looks forward to playing alongside Trunov, hoping their combined efforts will help fill the offensive gap left by Sundin's departure.

 

Adding to the anticipation is the presence of Lionel Collberg, Schwarzer's teammate from the Cologne Express. Both players, having played pivotal roles in securing the VHLE championship, now look to bring their chemistry and skills to the VHL stage. Their synergy on the ice is expected to be a valuable asset for the Chicago Phoenix.

 

In the long term, Schwarzer's goal extends beyond adapting to the VHL; he aspires to become a key player in the league, contributing consistently to his team's success. As he embarks on this new chapter, Schwarzer is not just aiming to be a rookie finding his footing; he envisions a trajectory that will see him emerge as a vital component of the Chicago Phoenix's ongoing success in the VHL and hopefully a championship for the organization one day!