Release from 22.06.2026

Guus van Nes returns to the Pioneers

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After two years in Villach, Dutch national team player Guus van Nes is returning to the Pioneers Vorarlberg. Meanwhile, HCB Südtirol Alperia have also signed a forward in Canadian Turner Elson, while league newcomer Milano has added U.S. defenseman Tory Dello.

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Winger Guus van Nes is returning to the Pioneers Vorarlberg. The Dutch international already played in Feldkirch during the 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons, developing into a key contributor during that time. Over the past two years, the 29-year-old—who has recorded 145 points in 190 games in the win2day ICE Hockey League—played for VSV.

New signings for Bolzano and Milano
HCB Südtirol Alperia have signed Canadian forward Turner Elson. The 33-year-old brings extensive experience from over 600 AHL games, three NHL appearances, and two seasons in Europe. After a year in the Czech Republic, the versatile center most recently played for Slovan Bratislava.

Turner Elson: “When I received the offer, I knew I wanted to play for Bolzano. I spoke with several people and heard a lot of positive things about the club, the city, and the fans. I believe this team has tremendous potential, and I want to help it win in every way possible.”

Milano Hockey Club have signed U.S. defenseman Tory Dello. The 29-year-old right-shot blueliner with Italian roots arrives after a season in the Czech Extraliga, where he impressed with Karlovy Vary. Dello also brings extensive North American experience, including 245 AHL games.

Tory Dello: “When I think about it, it's incredible. Living and playing hockey in Italy, in a cool city like Milan, in a league I know is very competitive. I think I adapted well to the European game last season and I'm ready for a new challenge.”

FTC-Telekom also announced a contract extension with goaltender Kristóf Nagy.