Youth development people remains part of PAPUREX’s identity

Long-standing partnership between SV/BSC and PAPUREX in youth development.

The partnership between PAPUREX and SV/BSC Mörlenbach began 18 years ago, in 2008 (when the club was still known as SV Mörlenbach). At that time, Dan Biebl—now the club’s co-managing director—was still playing for the local club’s E-Youth team. What began as a simple jersey sponsorship initiative by Rudolf Biebl has since become a true success story. In addition to numerous small projects—such as the purchase of new balls, goal nets, and other necessary equipment—larger initiatives have also been implemented.

One example of this is the PAPUREX Cup. The indoor tournament, which traditionally takes place at the end of December in Mörlenbach’s Weschnitztalhalle, attracts renowned clubs with their youth teams to the Odenwald every year. Another example is the soccer club at the Schlosshofschule in Mörlenbach. Here, elementary school children interested in soccer are given the opportunity to try out the sport. However, this doesn’t just happen on its own—it takes place under the guidance of licensed coaches.

A Win-Win Situation in Youth Development

Many young soccer players benefit from the funds provided by PAPUREX for youth development. As described earlier, these funds are used for many meaningful projects. However, the benefits for PAPUREX resulting from the partnership are also significant. As a traditional B2B company that sells products—such as PUR tubing—that are not widely known to the general public, the partnership is particularly valuable for the visibility it provides among the local community. Young people are introduced to an industrial company they likely would never have heard of otherwise. Young people benefit once again in this regard, as they can get to know PAPUREX’s extensive range of apprenticeship programs in a relaxed setting. This, too, contributed to the Odenwald-based tubing manufacturer celebrating a record number of apprentices this year. Youth development is thus a complete success for everyone involved.

Youth development spans generations

The momentum that was built under the leadership of Uli Guschelbauer at SV/BSC Mörlenbach and Rudolf Biebl at PAPUREX should not come to an end with their departure from these roles. For Uli Guschelbauer, after 15 years as youth director at SV/BSC, his time in a leadership role is coming to an end. Such long-standing volunteer dedication deserves the utmost respect. Without Uli, much of what has been achieved in Mörlenbach youth soccer in recent years would not have been possible. The same applies to Rudolf Biebl. This year, he celebrated his 40th anniversary with PAPUREX. He has served as managing director of the Odenwald-based family business since 2000. Under his leadership, PAPUREX has developed into an established medium-sized company that enjoys a worldwide reputation for quality and problem-solving capabilities. However, Rudi’s time at PAPUREX is now also coming to an end. Thank you for everything, Rudi!

The departure of these two remarkable individuals from their roles, however, is by no means intended to mark the end of PAPUREX’s youth development program in partnership with the SV/BSC. On the contrary: The sports club has already found a worthy successor for the position of youth director in Benjamin Kerker. The situation is similar at PAPUREX. Here, both of Rudolf Biebl’s sons have been part of the management team since 2024. Ivo Biebl will lead the technical side of the company, while Dan Biebl will focus on commercial operations. The future of youth development is thus secured on both sides.