The Czechs will try to build on their strong performance at last year's U18s with an even better showing at this year's tournament in Germany. • They may have only accumulated the one win after the group stage, but they came really close to beating tournament powerhouses like Finland and the USA, and that's something they can use as motivation this go around. • This year's lineup is a strong one, especially at forward and in the crease. • Marek Novotny breaks down expectations for Czechia this year. Read more on EPRinkside.com! • #Hockey #IIHFU18s