SHL vs Hockeytvaan- Sweden Division 2

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How would you compare/contrast and Hockeytvaan- Sweden Division 2?

SHL and Hockeytvåan are very different leagues. In the SHL, you have the top-tier professional league in Sweden. In Hockeytvåan, you have the fourth tier of hockey that sits more as an amateur/semi-pro type of level where you have a couple strong imports and experienced Swedish players on each roster, but it's not the same caliber per each team when comparing the two head-to-head.
SHL vs Hockeytvåan- Sweden Division 2 comparison
Our team scouts matches across Sweden, including both of these leagues. We've also had a good number of players with games played here who've given us their added first-hand insights.

Leagues At A Glance

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Hockeytvaan- Sweden Division 2

Hockeytvåan (Sweden Division 2) is the fourth level of ice hockey in Sweden.

Location:

Location: Sweden

Skill Level in

Skill Level in Hockeytvåan

Hockeytvåan is Sweden’s fourth-tier league. The league is large in number of teams with many teams being based in smaller cities/regions. Teams carry many local Swedish players and clubs in the league often carry a number of imports too at this level.

Player Perspective:

Player Perspective: Hockeytvåan

"Competing here in Hockeytvåan is a great way to continue playing at a competitive level closer to home, while balancing other commitments and family."

Number of Teams in :

Number of Teams in Hockeytvåan: 86

Caliber of Players and Imports in

Caliber of Players and Imports in Hockeytvaan- Sweden Division 2

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With a bit smaller budgets that the top Swedish leagues for most teams, rosters naturally are composed with many local Swedish players who live in the region. Many are still quality ice hockey players with some spending time at the higher tiers. A number of Division 2 teams have a bit larger budgets and sponsors. These clubs often bring over numerous import players each season to bring added skill & experience to their club.

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