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Dynamo Plans New Memorial — Community Involvement Is Needed

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Dynamo Dresden Counts on Its Community (Photo: Thomas Wolf)
From: Dustin Scholz
Dynamo Dresden is planning a new memorial at 12 Lennéstraße—funded in part by deposit bins at the Bochum game.

Dynamo Plans New Memorial

The loss of Hans-Jürgen “Hansi” Kreische in April once again highlighted how important a permanent memorial site is for the Dynamo Dresden sports community. Following the death of the club icon, a small memorial was quickly set up at the stadium entrance on Lennéplatz. A photo of the honorary captain and record-holding goal scorer was displayed there, and numerous flowers were laid. It quickly became clear that this should evolve into something more: a permanent place where the entire Dynamo community can honor its departed members. 

The glory days of the 1970s are now some 50 years in the past. Many of the pioneers and club legends from that era have since passed away. Alongside Kreische, names such as Reinhard Häfner and Hans-Jürgen “Dixie” Dörner serve as reminders of a special generation within the sports community. Their stories and achievements should be preserved for future generations as well.

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A Place for All Dynamos

The new memorial is planned for Lennéstraße 12—right at the location that has been closely associated with Dynamo Dresden for decades. In collaboration with various stakeholders, the necessary permits have already been secured and concrete plans developed.

Together with Thümer-Landschaftsbau GmbH and with the support of Sächsische Sandsteinwerke Pirna, a design made of sandstone has been created. The structure is scheduled to be built this year around the existing memorial stone for Walter Fritzsch, providing a dignified setting for the space.

The memorial is explicitly intended not only to honor former players or well-known figures. It is designed as a place for all members of the Dynamo family. Fans, players, members, partners, and sponsors should all have an equal opportunity to remember departed companions and lay flowers there. Whether a “Kutte,” an “Ultras” member, or a club member—every part of the sports community should find its place there.

Working Together Toward Our Goal

To turn these plans into reality, we now need the support of the entire community. The home game against VfL Bochum offers a first opportunity: All proceeds from the deposit bins at this game will be used entirely for the construction of the memorial. Every returned cup thus contributes a small part toward financing the project.

Even those who cannot attend the home game have the opportunity to participate. A dedicated donation account has been set up for this purpose, into which donations of any amount can be made. Further initiatives are already planned. These include, among other things, auctions, the proceeds of which will also go toward the memorial.

The new memorial is intended to be more than just a sandstone structure. It is meant to be a permanent gathering place for remembrance and mourning, while also highlighting the history and sense of community within the sports club. Together, Dynamo Dresden can create a place where the names and stories of the deceased will not be forgotten—a place that remains for all who carry black and yellow in their hearts.

The Donation Account

Recipient: SG Dynamo Dresden

IBAN: DE53850503003120117349

BIC: OSDDDE81XXX

Reference: Donation for Memorial

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