Ljusdals BK facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ljusdals BK |
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| City | Ljusdal, Sweden |
| League | Allsvenskan |
| Founded | 19 January 1943 |
| Home arena | Ljusdals IP |
Ljusdals BK (LBK) is a Swedish bandy club. Bandy is a cool winter sport played on ice, a bit like ice hockey but with a ball instead of a puck! LBK plays in Elitserien, which is the top league for bandy in Sweden.
The club started on January 19, 1943. LBK plays its home games at Gamla Idrottsparken (also known as IP) in Ljusdal, a town in Hälsingland, Sweden. A big moment for the club was in 1975 when they won the Swedish national championship! LBK also has a dedicated group of fans called "Ljusdal Lightnings".
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Recent Seasons and League Play
Climbing Back to the Top League
Ljusdals BK worked hard to get back into Elitserien. They made it in 2012. This happened after they spent five seasons playing in Allsvenskan.
Moving Between Leagues
Before 2012, LBK had been in Elitserien. However, they moved down to Allsvenskan in the 2006/07 season. This happened after a tough game against Tillberga on February 14. It shows how teams can move between different leagues in sports.
Club Achievements
National Success
Ljusdals BK has a proud history in Swedish bandy. They have won the national championship once.
- Swedish Champions:
- Winners (1): 1975
- Runners-up (2): 1970, 1972
International Recognition
The club has also done well in international competitions. They have reached the finals of the Bandy World Cup several times.
- World Cup:
- Runners-up (5): 1978, 1984, 1993, 1997, 1999
