Bengt Ohlson facts for kids

Bengt Ohlson, born on March 10, 1943, is a former Swedish ice hockey player and manager. He is best known for coaching the Swedish national team. During the 1980–1981 season, he led the team to a silver medal. This happened at the 1981 IIHF World Championship.

Who is Bengt Ohlson?

Bengt Ohlson started his career in ice hockey as a player. He played for several teams in Sweden. These included Leksands IF and Falu IF. His playing career lasted from 1957 to 1970.

After playing, he moved into coaching. He became a well-known figure in Swedish ice hockey. His leadership skills were soon recognized.

Coaching the Swedish National Team

Bengt Ohlson took on the big role of head coach for the Swedish national team. This was for the 1980–1981 season. The team had faced some tough times before.

However, under his guidance, they performed very well. They managed to win the silver medal. This was at the 1981 IIHF World Championship. It was a great achievement for the team. After this successful season, Bengt Ohlson decided to step down from his role. He faced some challenges that led to his resignation.

His Famous Nicknames

After winning the silver medal, Bengt Ohlson earned a special nickname. People in Sweden started calling him "Silverfisken". This means "The Silver Fish". It showed how proud they were of his achievement.

Before this, he had another nickname, "Torsken". This means "The Cod". He got this name after a difficult tournament in 1980. The team's performance was not what people hoped for. But "Silverfisken" became his most famous and positive nickname. It showed his comeback and success.