Well the last few weeks has been amazing. I suppose it all started a month or so back when I was asked if I would be interested in designing the EIHL Playoff Finals programme. To be honest, the decision to say YES took at least 2 seconds! To be thought of as an option was way more than I could have ever dreamed of, so to be the ‘go to guy’ was an absolute honour!
Being introduced to the EIHL Media Manager was great, as I wanted to make an impression with the league from the get go. The design process was straight forward as I had an idea in my head for what I wanted the programme to look like. Luckily the league agreed and we were able to create a great looking programme.
I was kindly given a media pass for the weekend so I was able to experience the backstage excitement as well as the fans experience.
Outside the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham
The weekend was amazing with all 11 sets of fans interacting and getting on harmoniously. That is a great feeling when you consider the rivalry on the ice. I suppose that’s what makes ice hockey so appealing to families?
My team, the Cardiff Devils, were eventually victorious and lifted the Playoff trophy for a second season running. The feeling of euphoria is something I will remember forever and hopefully I will be asked to do the same next season too!
I’m interested to see how things progress over the summer and hopefully I can play a bigger part in my team’s new season campaign. Let’s Go Devils!
The Playoff Champions
Back stage view of the trophy presentation