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Nico Hischier awarded the Swiss Impact Award by Consular Authorities in New York

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Hugo Da Custody

PR journalist

Four Swiss in an NHL team is unheard of. Plus on a rotating team, the New Jersey Devils. The Consul General of Switzerland in New York wanted to mark the occasion by awarding a prize to Nico Hischier and his Swiss teammates.

Author of the best season of his career since his debut in the NHL, Nico Hischier shines on and off the ice. Along with his three Swiss teammates, the hockey player from Upper Valais was awarded a “Swiss Impact Award”. An award presented by Ambassador Niculin Jäger, the Consul General of Switzerland in New York, during a ceremony which took place on Tuesday. In addition to Nico Hischier, Timo Meier, Akira Schmid (absent during the ceremony) and Jonas Siegenthaler were also distinguished. A form of recognition, according to the consular authorities, for the contribution of these four athletes to the positive impact of Switzerland in the United States. “I believe I speak on behalf of all of us, to say that it is a great honor to be here”, launched the Haut-Valaisan once the award ceremony was over.

“It is very special to receive this award. This shows us how much Switzerland supports us even when we are far away. » Nico Hischier

“Usually we don’t evolve in this framework (note: from the embassy), we are more like ice cream (laughs). It is very special to receive this award and it shows us how much Switzerland supports us even when we are far from our country. »

“It’s obvious that several people came to ask me my opinion on the other Swiss players. » Nico Hischier

Asked about the very strong Swiss delegation of the Devils and its role, Nico Hischier explained that he had simply given his opinion but that he was not at the origin of this red wave with a white cross. “There is a whole staff behind. As they are Swiss players, it is obvious that several people came to ask me my opinion. I have always been honest with managers. I always told them what I thought of the arrival of other Swiss people in New Jersey. And it’s really very nice, very fun to evolve with these guys. »

Record season

On the sporting level, the former junior of HC Visp has crossed the 70 point mark since the start of the exercise. A record for him. Captain of his team, Nico Hischier will experience his second participation in the NHL play-offs this year, in 6 seasons.

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