PHL (Polish Hockey League)
The Polska Hokej Liga (PHL) is the top professional ice hockey league in Poland, featuring the nation's top hockey clubs and players.
DEL2
DEL2 is the second-tier professional ice hockey league in Germany, acting as a bridge between the Oberliga and the DEL.
Skill Level in PHL
The PHL (Polska Hokej Liga- Polish Hockey League) is Poland’s top hockey league. The league continues to grow steadily in quality each year in big part by attracting more international imports across many clubs.
Skill Level in DEL2
DEL2 serves as Germany’s second-tier league, featuring 14 teams. It provides a vital pathway for players and teams aspiring to compete at the DEL level.
Player Perspective: PHL
"As an import, Poland was a good place for me to begin playing overseas. The training over here reminds me a bit of that Eastern bloc style in that you train super hard in the gym and on the ice, but you get in real good hockey shape conditioning wise quick. The fans here will chant all game. They have a drum guy, coordinated chants, and a few of the ultras will light up flares in the supporter section sometimes. It's wild in a good way!"
Player Perspective: DEL2
"Playing in DEL2 was instrumental in my growth, providing the right level of competition." – Felix Schütz
Number of Teams in PHL: 9
Number of Teams in DEL2: 14