 In 1971–72, Sjunnesson coached the team to a fourth place in the league, earning them a spot in the playoffs, but they were eliminated by SoIK Hellas in the semi-finals.In 1972, Kristianstad players Sten Olsson and Persson were included in Sweden's squad for the Olympics.Coached by Leif Rosenberg, Kristianstad finished second in the league in 1974–75 and qualified for the playoffs.