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Mathis OlimbNorwegian ice hockey player, center forward
Date of Birth: 01.02.1986
Country:  Norway |
Content:
- Mathis Olimb: A Norwegian Ice Hockey Star
- International Experience and Return to Norway
- Time in Germany and Sweden
- NHL Attempt and Return to Frölunda
- International Success
Mathis Olimb: A Norwegian Ice Hockey Star
Early Career and SuccessMatis Olimb, a Norwegian ice hockey player, began his career with the Norwegian club Vålerenga. He made a significant impact in his debut season, winning both the Elite Series and youth championship. His success prompted him to join Manglerud Star the following year, where he recorded 20 points in 35 games.
International Experience and Return to Norway
Before the 2004/05 season, Olimb left Manglerud due to financial issues and relocated to the Ontario Hockey League in Canada. He represented the London Knights and Sarnia Sting during his time in Canada. Olimb returned to Norway for the following season and spent two more years with Vålerenga, winning the Norwegian championship in both seasons. In the 2006/07 season, he emerged as the league's top assist provider.
Time in Germany and Sweden
In 2007, Olimb signed a contract with German club Augsburg Panther. Over two seasons, he played in 97 games, scoring 27 goals and providing 53 assists. He then moved to Swedish club Frölunda for the 2009/10 season, where he amassed 38 points in 62 games.
NHL Attempt and Return to Frölunda
During the 2010/11 season, Olimb signed with the Chicago Blackhawks as a free agent. Unfortunately, he never made his NHL debut and spent the entire season with their farm team, the Rockford IceHogs. Olimb returned to Frölunda in 2011/12, where he contributed 41 points in 55 regular-season games. He also participated in the European Trophy, where Frölunda finished seventh and Olimb recorded 11 points in 10 games.
International Success
Olimb made his international debut for the Norwegian national team in 2007. He has represented Norway in numerous tournaments, including the World Junior Championships and the World Championships. In 2011, he became the tournament's leading assist provider.
