Färjestad sport director Wallin confirms ambition to retain coach Abbott

Färjestad BK's season ended with another quarterfinal loss, but sport director Rickard Wallin is focused on the future. He confirmed his intention to continue with the club and expressed ambition to keep coach Cam Abbott. Reports indicate Abbott has agreed to a two-year extension, while forward Victor Ejdsell is set to return.

Färjestad BK suffered a dramatic quarterfinal defeat to Rögle, marking their fourth straight playoff exit at that stage. Sport director Rickard Wallin, speaking to Värmlands Folkblad shortly after the loss, voiced disappointment but quickly turned his attention forward. He praised Abbott, who joined mid-season, for his engagement and professionalism that exceeded expectations. Abbott reportedly has a new two-year deal in place, though Wallin noted that official announcements will come at the right time, as the playoffs only just concluded. Wallin said, 'It has always been the ambition to find a solution with Cam and we have a good dialogue... Cam has done a fantastic job.' Regarding forward Victor Ejdsell, who is reportedly returning, Wallin declined to comment. On his own future, Wallin was unequivocal: 'I see nothing else for me than to do everything for this club every day I get the chance to represent it. I have never had it in me to give up.'

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