A procession through the streets of Vic and a reception at the City Hall were the events celebrating the title
Club Patí Vic experienced a day of celebration and recognition yesterday after winning its fourth King’s Cup of roller hockey last Sunday in Blanes. The players, the coaching staff and the board of directors were the protagonists of a procession that went through the main streets of the city, accompanied by hundreds of fans who encouraged and applauded them.
The entourage left the club premises and passed through Plaça de la Catedral, Plaça del Pes, Carrer de la Riera and Plaça Major, where the mayoress of Vic, Anna Erra, and others were waiting for them municipal representatives. There, the players showed the trophy to the crowd and took pictures with their fans. They then entered the Town Hall, where they were greeted by the mayoress and aldermen, who congratulated them on their success and presented them with a commemorative gift.
A title that rewards the club’s career and work
CP Vic won its fourth Copa del Rey in its history after defeating Reus Deportiu by 4 to 2 in the final played in Blanes. The Vigatas made use of their defensive solvency and their offensive effectiveness to overcome a rival who did not give up until the end. The goals of Titi Roca, Nil Roca, Marc Grau and Cristian Rodríguez gave victory to Vic, who dedicated the title to their coach, Ferran Pujalte, who could not be on the bench for health reasons.
This King’s Cup represents an award for the career and work of the club, which has managed to remain one of the benchmarks of Catalan and state roller hockey despite economic and sporting difficulties. CP Vic had already won the Copa del Rey in 1958, 2011 and 2014, and also has two league titles, a European Cup, a CERS Cup, a European Super Cup and a Spanish Super Cup in his record
Roller hockey, a sport with roots and tradition in Osona
CP Vic is not the only roller hockey club that has brought joy to Osona fans. CP Voltregà and CP Manlleu have also had a great season, both in the men’s and women’s categories, and have participated in national and international competitions. CP Voltregà was runner-up in the Copa del Rey and Copa de la Reina, and contested the final four of the European Women’s League. CP Manlleu was runner-up in the women’s league and cup, and played in the final four of the Women’s European Cup. In addition, the two clubs contributed players to the Catalan team that won the European Championship.
Roller hockey is a sport with great roots and tradition in Osona, which has an important base of practitioners and followers. The clubs in the region work to encourage its dissemination and promotion, and organize tournaments and activities for all ages and levels. This weekend, for example, the 35th Base Hockey Tournament of Club Patí Manlleu will be held, with the participation of more than 200 boys and girls from different categories.