Cēsu “Lekrings” and “NND/RJTC” Crowned Champions at Latvian Floorball Finals

The landscape of Latvian floorball shifted in Riga this past weekend as Cēsu “Lekrings” and “NND/RJTC” claimed their respective national titles in a series of high-stakes matchups. In a weekend defined by tight margins and redemption arcs, “Lekrings” solidified its dynasty in the men’s division, while “NND/RJTC” overcame the most decorated program in the women’s game to secure a second championship.

For those unfamiliar with the sport, floorball is a fast-paced indoor game similar to hockey but played with lightweight plastic sticks and a perforated ball, emphasizing speed and agility over physical contact. The intensity of these finals reflected that energy, with both championship games decided by narrow scorelines.

Lekrings Secures Ninth Men’s Title

Cēsu “Lekrings” continued its dominance in the “Elvi florbola līgas” men’s final, defeating “Masters Ulbroka”/”Latvijas Universitāte” with a final score of 5-3. This victory marks the ninth time the Cēsis-based club has been crowned the best in Latvia.

The final was a tactical battle from the opening whistle. Ulbroka struck first in the ninth minute through Niks Blumfelds, but the lead was short-lived. Jorens Malkavs quickly leveled the score with a precise penalty shot, shifting the momentum back to the Cēsis side. Artūrs Jurševskis then gave “Lekrings” the lead just over two minutes before the first intermission.

The second period saw a brief resurgence from Ulbroka, as Rolands Kovaļevskis equalized the game during a penalty situation. However, the depth of the “Lekrings” roster proved decisive. Bruno Beķeris and Mārtiņš Muižnieks both found the net to establish a 4-2 lead, a cushion they successfully defended through the final period to close out the 5-3 win.

NND/RJTC’s Revenge Over Rubene

The women’s final provided perhaps the most dramatic narrative of the weekend. “NND/RJTC” claimed their second Latvian championship title by edging out Kocēnu “Rubene” 5-4. The win was particularly sweet given the history between the two clubs. “Rubene,” the most successful team in Latvian women’s floorball history, had crushed “NND/RJTC” 7-1 in the 2025 final to secure their 16th title.

The 2026 final was a far more balanced affair. The first period began with a rapid exchange of goals: Loreta Nemiro position the Riga-based “NND/RJTC” up 1-0 in the second minute, only for Simona Grāpēna to equalize shortly after. “Rubene” eventually took a 2-1 lead in the first half thanks to a goal from Ieva Jete Jansone.

The second and third periods were a seesaw battle of momentum. Anna Mūrniece and Grāpēna traded goals in the second, and Marta Reke brought the game to a 3-3 deadlock in the sixth minute of the final period. While Zane Darša managed to bring “Rubene” within one goal at 4-5, the efforts of Nemiro and Mūrniece proved too much to overcome. Mūrniece ended the match as a standout performer, contributing three points to the victory.

The women’s tournament too featured a hard-fought bronze medal match on Friday. “Ķekava”/”Latvijas Mediji” secured third place by defeating the Cēsu “Lekrings” women’s team 5-4.

Key Results and Statistics

The weekend’s results highlight a shift in the competitive balance of the league, particularly in the women’s division where “Rubene’s” long-standing grip on the trophy has been challenged.

• Men’s Champions: Cēsu “Lekrings” (9th title)
• Women’s Champions: “NND/RJTC” (2nd title)
• Men’s Final Score: Lekrings 5, Masters Ulbroka/LU 3
• Women’s Final Score: NND/RJTC 5, Kocēnu Rubene 4
• Women’s Bronze: “Ķekava”/”Latvijas Mediji” 5, Cēsu “Lekrings” 4

The victory for “NND/RJTC” marks a significant milestone in their program’s growth, proving that their 2024 success was no fluke and that they can compete with the historically dominant “Rubene” on the biggest stage.

For more detailed coverage of the finals and match summaries, readers can refer to reports from Delfi and 1188.lv.

With the domestic season concluded, the focus now shifts to the off-season and the preparation for the next campaign in the Elvi floorball league. Whether “Lekrings” can push for a tenth title or if “Rubene” can reclaim their throne remains the primary question for next year.

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