Heidenheim starts in the training camp in South Tyrol - hope for success!

Heidenheim starts in the training camp in South Tyrol - hope for success!

The anticipation is great in the camp of 1. FC Heidenheim 1846! The team started their first training camp in the 2025/26 Bundesliga season on Friday morning. The path led the kickers to Natz-Schabs in South Tyrol, where you prepare for optimal conditions for the upcoming challenges. About 340 kilometers from the home base in the Voith-Arena, was checked in at the Hotel Jonathan at 1 p.m. After lunch together, in the afternoon we went directly to the ASV Natz sports area for the first training session.

The warm brass band, which celebrated arrival, was particularly gratifying for the players in the evening. Head coach Frank Schmidt confidently commented on the continuous desirability of the training camp in South Tyrol, which is headed for for the third season in a row. The FC Heidenheim focuses on this training week Group tactical priorities, while athletic training is pushed into the background.

bad luck and exciting activities

However, there is also less pleasant news: Thomas Keller cannot take part in the training camp due to a tape injury on the ankle. He sustained this injury at the friendly game in Bolheim. Marvin Pieringer is also injured and is working on his comeback in advanced training after surgery on the ankle. Despite these failures, the U19 player Felix Mark, Luke Spranger (both goalkeeper) and offensive man Yannik Wagner complement

The Heidenheimers will also take some public activities during their stay. On Tuesday, July 15th, a friendly against FC Wacker Innsbruck awaits you, which will take place on the sports facilities of ASV Natz. The exact kick -off time has not yet been determined. A special highlight offers the summer night festival in the center of Natz, which is on the program for the entire team on Wednesday. Here the players have the opportunity to chat with fans, to take autographs and take photos. Sportnews reports about the varied and team-building time outside of the square.

sports psychology in football

Finally, it should be mentioned that the topic of sports psychology in professional football, also in Heidenheim, is becoming increasingly important. Many clubs employ sports psychological staff, who often does not work full -time. Transparent access to qualified experts is often a challenge. The sports psychologists show that the potential to increase performance through mental training aspects often remains unused. The development of a strong tunality is essential for success in the Bundesliga, and the Heidenheimers will certainly also work to keep an eye on this goal.