Interview with EHC Red Bull München's new addition Adam Brooks

Monday, 22. July 2024 | Interview with EHC Red Bull München's new addition Adam Brooks

Interview with Adam Brooks: “That's why Munich is the perfect choice”// NEWSWith Adam Brooks, the Red Bulls have brought a top player with NHL experience to Munich. In this interview, the 28-year-old Canadian tells us what he is most looking forward to and what he is still doing before the start of the season.

Welcome to EHC Red Bull München, Adam. You'll soon be starting your first season in Europe. When can the fans expect to see you?

Adam Brooks: “I will be flying to Munich at the end of July. I'm still in Canada, in my home town of Winnipeg, where I also own a house. I'm not currently in a relationship, which is at least good for my time-consuming hobbies of golf and fishing (laughs).”

But you're not preparing for the new season with golf and fishing, are you?

Brooks: “No, of course not. I usually take three weeks off in the summer. That's when my preparation program starts on the ice and in the gym. There were also two sessions on the program today.”

Nothing comes from nothing. Why did you choose Munich?

Brooks: “I wanted to join a club that plays for the championship. And I wanted to go to a big, beautiful city. Munich is therefore the perfect choice. When my move became concrete, I often spoke to Ben Smith. Ben told me a lot of positive things - that encouraged me to come to the Red Bulls.”

How do you know each other?

Brooks: “From our time together with the Toronto Marlies. It was my first year as a pro. Ben was captain, I was one of the young players. He was a very good mentor.”

In that 2017/18 season, you won the Calder Cup together, which is awarded to the winner of the AHL playoffs.

Brooks: “That was the best moment of my career so far. Winning the Calder Cup in my first professional year was something very special that I will never forget for the rest of my life.”

Now it's time for a reunion in Munich. Do you already know the city a little?

Brooks: “Last summer, I was here in Munich with one of my best friends. We went on a trip to Europe and visited Prague, Amsterdam, Berlin, Barcelona and Munich, among other places. We went to the Kiss concert at Königsplatz. Of course, we also did other classic tourist things. But I haven't been to the Oktoberfest yet. I've heard that we're going there with the team in traditional costume. I'm looking forward to it. Even my dad has already expressed interest in a pair of lederhosen.”

Your first season in the PENNY DEL starts before the Oktoberfest. What are your goals?

Brooks: “We want to play for the title. And I personally want to play my part in making sure we're successful. First of all, it's important that I get used to the larger ice surface and the new surroundings as quickly as possible. But I'm not worried about that - after all, it's part of my job.”

Red Bulls sign former NHL player Adam Brooks// PERSONNEL