Story Summary
Třinec defeated Vítkovice 6:3 in their final pre-season match, ending preparation with five wins and one defeat. Forward Oscar Flynn was the standout, scoring once and supplying five assists to be involved in all six Oceláři goals.
Key Facts
- Final score: Oceláři Třinec 6, Vítkovice Ridera 3; period breakdown (0:1, 3:0, 3:2).
- Oscar Flynn recorded 1 goal and 5 assists and was involved in every Třinec goal.
- Marko Daňo scored twice for Třinec (38th and 42nd minutes).
- Other Třinec scorers: Flynn (29th), Koch (35th), D. Voženílek (47th), M. Růžička (55th).
- Vítkovice scorers: Jan Hladonik (12th), David Cienciala (52nd), Nellis (57th).
- The match was played in the Werk Arena.
- Třinec finished their pre-season with a record of five wins and one loss.
- David Cienciala reduced the deficit for Vítkovice; he joined Vítkovice in the summer from Třinec.
- Třinec begin their Tipsport extraliga campaign on Tuesday in Karlovy Vary; Vítkovice host Kladno a day later.
IHM Discussion
This was a comprehensive offensive display from Třinec heading into the league season. Oscar Flynn’s five assists underlined his influence, as he was involved in all six Oceláři goals and scored once himself. Marko Daňo’s two-goal contribution provided the finish, while Koch, Voženílek and Růžička also found the net. Vítkovice opened the game through Jan Hladonik but could not hold the lead as Třinec turned the game around with a 3-0 second period. David Cienciala’s goal for Vítkovice was notable after his summer move from Třinec.
Why It Matters
pre-season form rarely guarantees regular-season results, but closing the build-up with a 6:3 win and a 5-1 record gives Třinec encouraging momentum. Flynn’s creativity will be closely watched once the Tipsport extraliga begins after his involvement in every goal in the final tune-up. For Vítkovice, Cienciala’s goal offered an attacking reminder of his link to Třinec.
Mini Q&A
Who was man of the match?
Oscar Flynn, who scored one goal and recorded five assists, being involved in all six Třinec goals.
What was the final score and the period breakdown?
Třinec won 6:3. The period scores were (0:1, 3:0, 3:2).
How did Třinec finish their pre-season?
They ended the preparation programme with five wins and one defeat.
Who scored for Vítkovice and what is notable about one of them?
Jan Hladonik, David Cienciala and Nellis scored for Vítkovice. David Cienciala joined Vítkovice in the summer from Třinec.
Where do the teams play next?
Třinec begin the Tipsport extraliga on Tuesday in Karlovy Vary; Vítkovice host Kladno the following day.
What Comes Next
Both clubs move quickly into league action: Třinec travel to Karlovy Vary on Tuesday for their Tipsport extraliga opener; Vítkovice host Kladno a day later.