Release from 10.10.2025

World Mental Health Day: The win2day ICE Hockey League Takes a Stand for Mental Wellbeing

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On October 10, the world observes World Mental Health Day – a day that reminds us all how important it is to stay strong, both physically and mentally. Once again, the win2day ICE Hockey League is dedicating special attention to this important topic. Over the coming days, several league representatives will speak openly and honestly about mental health in short video messages – giving authentic insights into the lives of professional hockey players.

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The win2day ICE Hockey League stands for emotion, passion, and unity – on and off the ice. On World Mental Health Day, the league aims to further raise awareness for mental wellbeing and highlight that true strength goes far beyond physical performance.

In professional sports, athletes face tremendous pressure every day – expectations, injuries, changes in form, and public scrutiny. But mental health is not only an issue in elite sports – it affects all of us. With its ongoing Mental Health Initiative, the win2day ICE Hockey League aims to encourage open conversations about mental challenges – without stigma and with mutual support.

In the coming days, several videos will be released featuring players, coaches, and officials from across the league sharing their personal experiences, thoughts on mental resilience, and ways of handling pressure. The goal is to raise awareness, inspire courage, and show that seeking help is not a sign of weakness – it’s a sign of strength.

Because true heroes are not only those who shine on the ice, but also those who speak openly about their mental health and inspire others to do the same.

If you are in need of support or find yourself in a difficult situation, please reach out to one of the following national hotlines, available around the clock and offering confidential assistance:

Austria:
• 112 National Emergency Number
• 116 123 Ö3 Helpline (first contact point for anyone in personal distress)
• 142 Telephone Counseling
• 147 Rat auf Draht – Counseling for Children and Youth

Italy:
• 112 National Emergency Number
• 02 2327 2327 Telefono AMICO Italia
• 0800 86 00 22 Samaritans – ONLUS
• 800 274 274 Toll-free number (mobile: 0229007166)

Hungary:
• 112 National Emergency Number
• 116 123 LESZ – Hungarian Association of Emotional Support Services
• 116 111 Blue Line – Anonymous child crisis helpline

Slovenia:
• 112 National Emergency Number
• 116 123 Zaupni telefon Samarijan
• 116 111 TOM – Helpline for Children and Youth
• (01) 520 99 00 Klic v duševni stiski