Emilio Romig, one of the top performers of the Steinbach Black Wings (15 goals and 25 assists in 52 league matches in 2023/24), is going through a tough time right now. The 31-year-old Viennese, who has extended his contract with the Linz team until 2027, is struggling a bit with fate. At first, the lively winger with an inimitable drive to the goal was completely shocked when Austria’s team boss Roger Bader did not consider him for the A World Championship in Prague in May. Now he is facing a long break.
On September 4, Romig was checked by an opponent in a friendly home game against the Czech Extraliga team Ceske Budejovice (0:3). The latter, however, landed with considerable force on the Linz player – an unfortunate chain of circumstances. What initially did not look dramatic ultimately turned out to be a serious shoulder injury that will require an operation. Romig will not be available to the Black Wings for at least four months, if not the entire season.
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Image: BWL/Reinhard Eisenbauer
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“It’s very bitter for Emilio, but also for us as a team. We have to make up for this loss as a collective,” said coach Philipp Lukas about the second long-term injured player after Brodi Stuart. Romig himself will be able to start physiotherapy shortly after the operation and will be able to contribute his experience and motivational skills to the dressing room. “So that I’m not forgotten,” he added with a pained smile.
The Black Wings will complete their dress rehearsal for the championship opener on September 20 (7:45 p.m., live ticker on ) at HCB Südtirol on Friday (6 p.m.) at Slovakian first division team HK Nitra. Stefan Gaffal’s participation (minor back problems) is questionable. Others have been struggling with illnesses in recent days.
Nevertheless, the working atmosphere is extremely positive, which is also due to a number of team-building activities. Golf, tennis (with the involvement of families), a water sports course in Feldkirchen, go-karting, a bike tour – the Linz team also vowed to get ready for the new season away from the ice, which has already started earlier for some of their league rivals.
The Champions Hockey League is in full swing, on Thursday (8:20 p.m., ORF Sport+) runner-up KAC, who started with a win (4:2 in Rouen) and a loss (2:6 at Färjestad BK), will host the top Swiss club Fribourg-Gotteron.
Austria’s champion Red Bull Salzburg, who became a stumbling block for the Wings in the league quarter-finals, will be visiting Polish title holders Unia Oswiecim on Friday (5.30 p.m.). The Mozart City team also has a balanced record: a narrow 3:4 against Swedish champions Skelleftea AIK was followed by a clear 6:2 against Danish SönderjyskE.
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Emilio Romig’s Tough Time: A Setback for the Steinbach Black Wings
Emilio Romig, the 31-year-old winger of the Steinbach Black Wings, is going through a tough phase in his career. The top performer, who has extended his contract with the Linz team until 2027, was shocked when Austria’s team boss Roger Bader did not consider him for the A World Championship in Prague in May. Now, he is facing a long break due to a serious shoulder injury that will require an operation.
The unfortunate incident occurred on September 4, during a friendly home game against the Czech Extraliga team Ceske Budejovice. Romig was checked by an opponent, who landed on him with considerable force, causing the injury. Initially, it did not seem dramatic, but ultimately, it turned out to be a serious shoulder injury that will keep him out of the game for at least four months, or possibly the entire season.
Romig’s absence will be a significant blow to the Steinbach Black Wings, as he has been an integral part of the team, scoring 15 goals and 25 assists in 52 league matches in the 2023/24 season. His drive to the goal has been unmatched, and his teammates will miss his presence on the field.
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As Emilio Romig faces a long and arduous road to recovery, his fans and teammates will be cheering him on, hoping for a swift and successful comeback. The Steinbach Black Wings will miss him dearly, but they will have to adapt and find ways to overcome his absence.
In the meantime, Romig’s determination and will to recover will be put to the test. He will have to undergo intensive rehabilitation to get back to his usual self, and he will have to draw on his inner strength to overcome this setback. We wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing him back on the ice soon.
Emilio Romig: A Tough Time for the Steinbach Black Wings’ Star Player
Emilio Romig, a 31-year-old Vienn
