HC Bozen extends the contract of a young defenseman. © Vanna Antonello

Bolzano is building for the future: "I will give my all"

HCB Südtirol Alperia has advanced its squad planning for the upcoming season and extended the contract with a young Italian player.

July 06, 2026

From: dl

HC Bozen officially announced that an agreement had been reached on the contract extension with the Italian defender. Enrico Larcher The 22-year-old is thus entering his second season in Talferstadt, having played 39 games in his first year. Larcher is currently – after newcomers Carmine Buono, Noah Frick, and Teemu Kivihalme – the fourth defenseman on the Foxes' roster.

With Larcher, the Foxes aim to continue investing in the development of a young line that will gradually gain more playing time and become an important part of the roster. The defenseman from Veneto spent last season playing for the Foxes, with whom he also competed in the Champions Hockey League, and for Merano in the AlpsHL. In 43 games with the Eagles, Larcher reached the final against Val Gardena, recording one goal and 14 assists. He also played four exhibition games for the Swiss national team.

“My first year in Bolzano gave me the opportunity to get used to a higher level. I was also able to get good ice time, especially in the Champions Hockey League. I’m happy to be returning and to continue this development process: I will give everything for the white and red jersey and I’m already looking forward to seeing all the fans again,” Larcher explained.