Ambrì and Piotta are two small villages in the municipality of Quinto, located in the northern part of the valley Leventina canton Ticino, with a combined population of 500 people.

For major events, like the derby against southern rivals HC Lugano, the fans compose a choreography.

When Ambrì wins a game, fans rejoice to the valley anthem "La Montanara".

[2] In the summer of 2013, the team raised roughly five million Swiss francs in response to financial difficulties.

The efforts of the team and its fans have secured the right to play in the National League.