In a dominant display of skill and consistency, the hockey players from CSKA's youth academy, representing the 2009 birth year, have been crowned champions of Russia. The tournament, held in the city of Ufa, concluded with the army team successfully defending the title they won the previous year.
The final match saw CSKA face off against Severstal from Cherepovets. In a competitive contest, CSKA emerged victorious with a final score of 5-3. This win was the culmination of a flawless tournament run, as the team navigated all their games without suffering a single defeat.
The championship-winning goals were scored by a talented group of young forwards: Dmitry Savin, Gleb Olkhovik, Gleb Zhukov, Artem Mishin, and Daniil Ermolov. Their contributions were vital in securing the gold medal for the Moscow-based club.
This latest triumph is not just another trophy for the cabinet; it marks a truly unique and historic achievement for this specific age group within the CSKA system. The players have demonstrated remarkable dominance over their peers for an extended period.
Over the last six consecutive years, this cohort of players has won every major all-Russian competition they have entered. Their incredible streak began with three consecutive victories in the prestigious Tretiak Cup, lifting the trophy in 2021, 2022, and 2023.
Following that hat-trick of cup wins, the team seamlessly transitioned to dominating the Russian Championship itself. They have now won the national title for three straight years, in 2024, 2025, and now 2026, completing an unprecedented double of sustained excellence.
The team is coached by Mikhail Deev, who has guided these young athletes through this period of sustained success. The victory underscores the strength of CSKA's youth development program, which continues to produce top-tier talent capable of achieving national glory.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.