Juraj Faith Relieved of Coaching duties at Dukla Michalovce; Ivan Droppa to Lead Team Temporarily
Michalovce,Slovakia – september 30,2025 – Dukla Michalovce announced today the mutual decision to part ways with head coach Juraj Faith,effective immediately. The move comes amid a challenging period for the team, as they navigate a current performance slump. Ivan Droppa and Ivan Boržík will assume interim coaching responsibilities while the club searches for a permanent replacement.
The club’s official statement, released this morning, acknowledged Faith’s dedication, notably during difficult times. “[Juraj] stood at our club in the most difficult moments. He took responsibility when it was not easy and did the maximum to stabilize the team,” the statement read. However, the institution determined a change in leadership was necessary to provide a “new impulse” and address the ongoing struggles.
The decision was described as amicable, with both parties expressing respect for one another. Dukla Michalovce emphasized Faith’s lasting connection to the club and wished him well in his future endeavors. “Juraj remains forever tied to dukla and will continue to keep her fingers crossed – the club, the cabin and all the people around,” the club stated.
Currently, Dukla michalovce is actively seeking a permanent head coach. Further updates regarding the coaching search will be shared via the club’s official social media channels.
Ivan Droppa, who will lead the team alongside Ivan Boržík in the interim, brings a wealth of experience to the role. Droppa has a long history within Slovakian hockey, having previously coached several teams in the Slovak Extraliga, the country’s top professional hockey league. https://www.hokejportal.net/ (Slovak Hockey Portal – for background on Droppa’s career). Boržík will serve as an assistant coach,providing support and continuity during the transition.
This coaching change reflects Dukla Michalovce’s commitment to improving its on-ice performance and regaining a competitive edge within the Slovak Extraliga.
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