Floorball Köniz Bern Staff
Floorball Köniz Bern Announces Coaching Staff for Upcoming Season
May 4, 2025
KÖNIZ, Switzerland – Floorball Köniz Bern has finalized its coaching staff as preparations begin for the upcoming season.
As previously announced, René Berliat returns as head coach.This marks Berliat’s fourth stint with the club, where he is considered an iconic figure.
Joining Berliat are Emanuel antener and Simon von gunten, both former players under Berliat. Antener, whose number 68 is retired and hangs in the team’s arena, returns after retiring in 2017 following a successful career. He holds a professional trainer recognition in competitive sports (BTA).
Von Gunten, who played three seasons with Floorball Köniz approximately 20 years ago, also joins the staff. He has experience coaching the first team and youth divisions of UHC Thun. His return too Köniz comes after two decades.
Mike Jörg will continue his roles as team manager and assistant trainer.Yves Pillichody remains the individual coach, and Sven Körner will continue as the goalie trainer. Adam Begbie will also continue to oversee the players’ fitness as athletic coach.
The club will continue its partnership with Hirslanden Medical Center Wankdorf for physiotherapy, performance diagnostics, and medical care, provided by Dr. Martin Schober (also of MCW). The partnership is slated for expansion.
Daniel Hornecker (Empowering Lives) will remain responsible for the players’ mental support.
With the coaching staff finalized, summer training for the L-UPL team is scheduled to begin May 12.
Floorball Köniz Bern: Coaching Staff Q&A for the Upcoming Season
What’s the big news coming from Floorball Köniz Bern?
The club has finalized its coaching staff for the upcoming season, signaling the beginning of preparations. The announcement was made on May 4, 2025, in Köniz, switzerland.
Who is the head coach for Floorball Köniz Bern this season?
René Berliat returns as head coach. this will be Berliat’s fourth stint with the club. He is considered an iconic figure within the team.
Who else is joining the coaching staff?
Two former players under René Berliat are joining the coaching staff: Emanuel Antener and Simon von Gunten.
Emanuel Antener: His number 68 is retired by the club, and he holds a professional trainer recognition in competitive sports (BTA). He returns to the club after retiring in 2017.
Simon von Gunten: He played for Floorball Köniz Bern approximately 20 years ago and brings coaching experience from UHC Thun.
What are the roles of the other coaching staff members?
Several key members from the previous season will continue their roles:
Mike Jörg: Team Manager and Assistant Trainer.
Yves pillichody: Individual Coach.
sven Körner: Goalie Trainer.
Adam Begbie: Athletic Coach, responsible for overseeing the players’ fitness.
* Daniel Hornecker: Responsible for the players’ mental support.
Will the club be continuing any partnerships?
Yes. Floorball Köniz Bern will continue its partnership with Hirslanden Medical Center wankdorf. Their services provide physiotherapy, performance diagnostics, and medical care and are provided by Dr. Martin Schober. The partnership is slated for expansion.
Can you summarize the key coaching staff members and their roles?
Certainly! Here’s a summary:
| Coach | Role | Notable Details |
| ——————– | ————————– | ————————————————————————————————— |
| René Berliat | Head Coach | Iconic figure, fourth stint with the club. |
| Emanuel Antener | Assistant Coach | Former player (number 68 retired), BTA certified trainer. |
| Simon von Gunten | assistant Coach | former player, coaching experience with UHC Thun. |
| Mike Jörg | Team Manager/Asst. trainer | Continues in his existing roles. |
| Yves Pillichody | Individual Coach | Remains in his coaching role. |
| Sven Körner | Goalie Trainer | Continues as goalie trainer. |
| adam Begbie | Athletic Coach | oversees player fitness. |
When does summer training for the team begin?
Summer training for the L-UPL team is scheduled to begin on may 12.