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Swedish ice hockey hires Johan Forsberg for youth project

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  • Johan Forsberg appointed by Swedish Ice Hockey Association
  • Multi-year project with Hugo Stenbeck Foundation focusing on youth development
  • Forsberg's background in leadership and psychology, including JVM gold in 2026

Johan Forsberg, 40, has in recent years helped individuals and teams handle pressure, develop, and perform over time. He was part of the leadership staff when Juniorkronorna won the JVM gold in 2026. The acting general secretary of the Swedish Ice Hockey Association, Tony Wiréhn, said: "We are happy to welcome Johan to the association." The specific objectives, duration, and funding of the project have not been disclosed, and it remains unclear how Forsberg was selected for the role. Wiréhn added: "The work is important for Swedish ice hockey's future."

We are happy to welcome Johan to the association.

Tony Wiréhn, Acting General Secretary of the Swedish Ice Hockey Association

We look forward to this project and are happy to welcome Johan to the association. The work is important for Swedish ice hockey's future.

Tony Wiréhn, Acting General Secretary of the Swedish Ice Hockey Association
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