MT Melsungen relies on record holder lights despite the new addition Bartucz!

MT Melsungen relies on record holder lights despite the new addition Bartucz!

Lichtlein, who was born in Würzburg on November 4, 1980, has had a considerable career. With 2.02 meters and 100 kilograms, he not only has physical prerequisites, but also through his experience and knowledge as a goalkeeper coach. He has been a coach as a coach since summer 2022, but is also ready for goalkeepers if there is a need. This was necessary after Lichtlein gave his comeback in the past season due to injury problems of the MT Melsungen and stood in the squad for the DHB Cup final Four 2024/25.

A look at the new season

The decision to continue to plan Lichtlein as a goalkeeper shows the trust of the club management in its skills and its role in the team. He will now form the goalkeeper team of Melsungen together with Bartucz and Kristof Palasics. Lichtlein is fourth place behind Simic, Palasics and Bartucz. This not only shows how versatile lighting is, but also that the MT Melsungen is well positioned for the new season.

With the new co-trainer Isaias Guardiola, personnel planning for the upcoming season has now been completed, as Handball World . Guardiola will support the coaching work and bring a fresh wind into the team. The focus is therefore on the development and structure of the team.

A look back at Lichtlein's career

Lichtlein is not only known as a player in the Bundesliga, but also for his success with the German national team. In his 220 caps, he was able to win the 2016 European Championship. He was also recognized as a record player after completing a total of 712 Bundesliga games between 2000 and 2022 and 547 parried seven meters. This impressive performance is estimated by many handball fans. You can read more about his career and successes on his Wikipedia page.

The history of handball in Germany, which can be traced back to the 1920s, has benefited from many stars like Lichtlein. The German handball federation was founded in 1949 and has contributed a lot to the professionalization of sport, which has now led to one of the strongest leagues worldwide. The enthusiasm for handball is also evident in the constant development of new training methods and technologies. A detailed chronicle of handball history in Germany can be found on the side of the handball central association.

The MT Melsungen and Carsten Lichtlein are therefore full of expectations and opportunities. All hockey enthusiasts can look forward to what comes!