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Wroclaw Panthers appoint Dave Likins as head coach

The Wroclaw Panthers have found their head coach for the first season in the American Football League Europe. Dave Likins will lead the team and bring decades of experience to the organization.

For the Panthers, this is not a new face. Likins was already part of the franchise from 2022 to 2023 and knows the club and its structures well.

A coach with decades of experience

Dave Likins began his coaching career in 1980 and can look back on more than 40 years in football. Over the years, he has built an impressive résumé and gained international experience across Europe.

His career includes ten German Bowl titles, seven Euro Bowl championships, one Austrian Bowl title, and one Swiss Bowl championship. These achievements highlight his knowledge, leadership, and understanding of what it takes to win at the highest level.

Bringing winning mentality to Wroclaw

By appointing Likins as head coach, the Panthers add proven championship experience to their sidelines. His leadership and football expertise are expected to play a key role as the team prepares for its first season in the American Football League Europe.

With Dave Likins at the helm, the Panthers aim to build a competitive team and compete at the highest level from the very beginning.

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