Sensational ranking in Matrei: Salzburg talents clear prices!

Sensational ranking in Matrei: Salzburg talents clear prices!

On June 1, 2025, the best rankers in Austria met in the Tauern Stadium in Matrei to make the mats glow again after a four -week break. In bright weather and optimal conditions, a total of 124 athletes took part in this traditional competition. The highly expected ranking events are an integral part of the Alpine cultural landscape and enjoy great popularity.

In particular, the students caused a sensation, because 51 of the 87 participants in this age group came from Salzburg. This shows once again that the promotion of ranking in the region bears fruit. With a total of 9 prices that went to Salzburg, you could proudly look at the achievements of the domestic rankers. Together with Tyrol and South Tyrol, the participants from these regions were strongly represented in the competition.

award winners at the students

The successes in the school classes were impressive. Moritz Strebl from Saalbach won in the age group up to 6 years, while Michael Hinterseer from Leogang won the race in the category up to 8 years. Here is a look at the placements:

• up to 6 years: 1. Moritz Strebl (Saalbach), 2nd Marco Patsch (Bramberg), 3rd Elia Obermoser (Mittersill)
• up to 8 years: 1. Michael Hinterseer (Leogang), 2nd Phillip Scheiber (Leogang)
• up to 10 years: 2. Andreas Innerhofer (Bramberg)
• up to 12 years: 3. Matthias Kirchner (Bramberg)
• up to 14 years: 3. Hans Höllwart (Pongau)

The youth class was also exciting. Alexander Hausbacher from Pongau won his duel, which ended in a draw against Gabriel Mariner from Matrei. In the age group up to 18 years old, Alois Schwaiger from Maria Alm achieved third place.

success in the general classes

As for the general classes, Hans Jörg Voithofer from Bramberg triumphed in class II, followed by Martin Hauser (Zillertal) and Hannes Kostenzer (Alpbach). Stefan Gastl from Brixental/Wildschönau prevailed in master class I, while Kilian Wallner from Pongau conquered second place.

• General classes:
• class II: 1. Hans Jörg Voithofer (Bramberg), 2nd Martin Hauser (Zillertal), 3rd Hannes Kostenzer (Alpbach)
• master class I: 1. Stefan Gastl (Brixental/Wildschönau), 2nd Kilian Wallner (Pongau)
• class IV: 2nd Roman Hasenauer (Saalbach)

tradition and pleasure in ranking

The ranking is not only a sporting competition, but also an important part of the alpine culture. The origins go far back and are interwoven with traditions that go back to the Celtic age. Ranging is all about skill, technology and the ability to defeat the opponent through throwing techniques. However, pain grips are not allowed, which underlines the fairness idea of ​​sport. These rules make ranking a captivating sport for young and old, which is very popular throughout the region.

The next events are already in the starting blocks. On Whit Monday, Alpine Cupranggeln in Terenten, South Tyrol, takes place, followed by an international price ranking and country ranking in Alpbach on June 15th. On June 22nd, the Schmittenrangeln will also be held in Zell am See.

The future of ranking in Austria is secured because the numerous clubs such as the Salzburg Rangglerverband are committed to the pulse of the times and ensure young people and training. This development is not only important for the athletes, but also for the entire region and its traditions. The coming season therefore promises anything but boring. If you want to experience the rankers live, you should fix the next dates in the calendar!

Information about future events and more about ranking can be found at Salzburger-rangglerverband.at and more for ranking at Sn.at .