Västerstrands AIK facts for kids
| Full name | Västerstrands allmänna idrottsklubb |
|---|---|
| Sport | bandy |
| Founded | 11 October 1940 |
| Based in | Karlstad, Sweden |
| Ballpark | Tingvalla isstadion |
| Championships | 6 (women's bandy, 1991, 1992, 1994, 1997, 2001, 2002) |
Västerstrands AIK is a sports club located in Karlstad, Sweden. The club was started on October 11, 1940. Today, it is best known for its women's bandy team.
Västerstrands AIK: A Champion Bandy Club
Västerstrands AIK is an important club in Swedish sports history. It has a strong tradition, especially in the sport of bandy. The club's home city is Karlstad, a city in Sweden.
What is Bandy?
Bandy is a fast-paced winter sport played on a large ice rink. It is a bit like ice hockey and football combined. Players use sticks to hit a small ball into the opponent's goal. Teams have 11 players on the ice at one time. Bandy is very popular in countries with cold climates, such as Sweden and Russia.
Club History and Achievements
Västerstrands AIK was founded many years ago in 1940. Over time, the club became famous for its women's bandy team. This team has achieved great success in Sweden. They play their home games at Tingvalla isstadion in Karlstad.
The women's bandy team has won the Swedish national championship six times. These victories happened in 1991, 1992, 1994, 1997, 2001, and 2002. This is the same number of championships as their local rival, IF Boltic. The team has also finished as the runner-up several times. The team's official colors are black and yellow.
