Neftyanik Veliky Novgorod

About the team

Neftyanik Veliky Novgorod is a Russian ice hockey team competing in the Russian Hockey League (RHL). Ice hockey is a fast-paced and physically demanding team sport played on ice, where players use sticks to hit a puck into the opponent's goal. The team's name translates to "Oilmen of Great Novgorod", reflecting the city's rich industrial heritage. The RHL is the second-highest level of ice hockey competition in Russia, featuring teams that compete for promotion to the top-tier Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). The league's format typically involves a double round-robin schedule, followed by playoffs to determine the champion. The level of competition in the RHL is highly competitive, with teams vying for a spot in the KHL and a chance to represent Russia in international competitions.