KINEXON Sports and Augsburger Panther Extend Partnership to Drive Performance Innovation in German Hockey
KINEXON Sports, a global leader in real-time athlete tracking and performance analytics, and the Augsburger Panther, one of Germany’s most tradition-rich ice hockey clubs, have extended their long-standing partnership for another three years.
Augsburg, Munich, Germany — October 10, 2025 — KINEXON Sports, a global leader in real-time athlete tracking and performance analytics, and the Augsburger Panther, one of Germany’s most tradition-rich ice hockey clubs, have extended their long-standing partnership for another three years. The renewed agreement reflects a deep mutual trust and a shared commitment to performance excellence, innovation, and athlete wellbeing in professional hockey.
Over the past seasons, KINEXON’s advanced tracking and analytics technology has become an integral part of the Panther’s performance and training ecosystem. The system delivers precise, real-time insights into player workload, movement intensity, and recovery patterns. These insights have helped the team’s coaching staff maintain the balance between performance optimization and injury prevention throughout demanding PENNY DEL seasons.
“Over the years, KINEXON has become an essential part of how we work,” said Adrian Schelenz, Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Augsburger Panther. “The data gives us a clear picture of how our players respond to every session and every game. It allows us to build workloads with precision and ensure our athletes stay strong and healthy over the course of a long season.”
Maximilian Horber, Managing Director of the Augsburger Panther, emphasized the role of technology in sustaining the club’s competitive edge: “This partnership represents our continuous effort to provide the best environment for our players and coaches. With KINEXON, we work with a partner that stands for innovation and reliability — qualities that fit perfectly with our values and ambitions.”
From KINEXON’s perspective, the partnership is a showcase of how trusted collaboration and technology can elevate performance at the professional level. “The Augsburger Panther have been a valued partner in developing and applying technology that makes a tangible difference on the ice,” said René Prüßner, VP Strategy at KINEXON Sports. “Our work together demonstrates how data-informed insights can translate into sustainable athletic performance.“
Echoing that sentiment, Maximilian Schmidt, Co-Founder and Managing Director of KINEXON Sports, added: “We are proud to continue this partnership with one of the most storied clubs in German hockey. It’s about shared ambition — combining the Panther’s sporting tradition with our drive to push the limits of what technology can do for teams and athletes.”
The renewed collaboration underscores KINEXON’s ongoing presence in European elite sports and highlights the Panther’s commitment to modern performance standards without losing sight of their history and community spirit.
About KINEXON Sports
KINEXON Sports is a global leader in athlete and ball tracking solutions, delivering real-time insights to elite teams and leagues worldwide. With ultra-precise sensor technology and advanced analytics, KINEXON empowers coaches and players to reach new levels of performance while reducing injury risks.
About Augsburger Panther
Founded in 1878, the Augsburger Panther are one of Germany’s most tradition-rich ice hockey clubs, competing in the PENNY DEL with a passionate fan base and home games at the Curt-Frenzel-Stadion.
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