Miloš Říha facts for kids
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Miloš Říha (born 6 December 1958 – died 31 August 2020) was a famous Czech ice hockey player and coach. He was known for his skills on the ice and later for leading many teams. He even coached the Czech national team at the 2019 IIHF World Championship. Miloš Říha was born in a city called Přerov, which was then part of Czechoslovakia. He played as a forward on the left side.
Miloš Říha: A Hockey Star
Miloš Říha was a talented ice hockey player. He started his professional career in 1976. He played for many different teams in his home country. His career as a player lasted for 15 years, until 1991.
His Playing Days
Miloš Říha was picked by an American team, the Minnesota North Stars, in the 196th spot during a special draft. This was a big achievement for him. Even though he was drafted by an NHL team, he spent his entire playing career in Czechoslovakia. He played for several well-known Czech teams. These teams included HC ZUBR Přerov, HC Dukla Jihlava, and HC Vítkovice Ridera. He also played for PSG Berani Zlín, HC Kometa Brno, and SHK Hodonin.
Coaching Career
After he stopped playing, Miloš Říha became a successful ice hockey coach. He coached many teams in different countries. He was known for his strong leadership. His biggest coaching role was leading the Czech national team. He coached them in the 2019 IIHF World Championship. This is a very important international ice hockey tournament.
Later Life and Legacy
Miloš Říha passed away on 31 August 2020. He was 61 years old. He died in a hospital in Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic. He is remembered as an important figure in Czech ice hockey. He contributed a lot to the sport both as a player and as a coach.
