Slovak music stars died at age 26
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Marek Krejčí
Marek Krejčí (November 20, 1980 Bratislava-May 26, 2007 Maitenbeth) was a Slovak personality.
He was a professional ice hockey player who played as a defenseman in various European leagues, including the Slovak Extraliga, the Czech Extraliga, and the German DEL. Krejčí started his professional career in 1999 when he played for his hometown club HC Slovan Bratislava. He won the Slovak Extraliga title with HC Slovan in the 2002-2003 season.
In addition to playing for various clubs, Krejčí also represented Slovakia at the international level. He played for the Slovak national team in the 2001 and 2002 World Junior Championships and the 2003 World Championships.
Krejčí's life was tragically cut short when he passed away in a car accident in Germany at the age of 26.
Krejčí's sudden death was a shock to the hockey community, and he was mourned both in Slovakia and abroad. His playing style was known for its aggressiveness, determination, and skill. He was a beloved player not only for his talent on the ice but also for his personality off it. Krejčí was known for his humility, work ethic, and loyalty to his teammates.Off the ice, Krejčí was passionate about music and was an accomplished guitarist. He was in a band called "Trilogia." His love of music was reflected in his on-ice celebrations, where he would mimic playing a guitar after scoring a goal. Krejčí's passing was a great loss to the hockey and music communities, and he will always be remembered for his talent both on and off the ice.
After Krejčí's tragic passing, his former teammates and clubs he played for paid tribute to him. HC Slovan Bratislava retired his jersey number 5, and he was also posthumously awarded the Ján Starší Prize, the highest award for Slovak ice hockey. Krejčí was remembered as a player who always played with heart and passion and left everything on the ice.
Krejčí's legacy lives on through his family, friends, and fans. In 2011, the Marek Krejčí Memorial Tournament was established, an annual ice hockey tournament held in his honor in Bratislava. The tournament brings together Slovak and European ice hockey clubs and serves as a tribute to Krejčí's life and career.
Today, Krejčí is still remembered as one of the most talented Slovak defensemen of his generation, a player who was beloved by his fans and respected by his peers. His dedication to his sport and passion for music continue to inspire young athletes and musicians across Slovakia and the world.
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