CHARLOTTE, NC – The Charlotte Checkers unveiled their new headquarters and team store on Saturday September 24 during the NHL pre-season fan fest at the EpicCenter. The newly designed and improved www.gocheckers.com was launched last week and includes an … Continue reading
Author Archives: Eddie Mitchell
Greenville Road Warriors-The season ahead
GREENVILLE , NC – Dean Stork, Head Coach of the Greenville Road Warriors, has strong policies regarding his team, a defensive structure that takes care of the puck; you have to protect your own zone. This 36 year old, … Continue reading
A cut above
CHARLOTTE, NC – Tuff-n-Lite material is ounce-for-ounce up to 15-times stronger than steel, but it is as soft and flexible as cotton. Originally it was introduced in the food-handling industry where meat processing is especially dangerous. Tuff-n-Lite aprons and gloves … Continue reading
SPHL primed for a big year
CHARLOTTE , NC – Sitting across the table, SPHL President Jim Combs looked very relaxed. He should be. With season eight fast approaching, it could be the best one yet for the single-A circuit. Nine members strong after the entrance … Continue reading
Gillam sets new course for FireAntz
FAYETTEVILLE, NC – Since signing on as the new head coach of the Fayetteville FireAntz, Sean Gillam has had a lot of work to do. After all, the season opener against the Louisiana IceGators is set for Friday, October 21 … Continue reading
I remember….
LONDON – The Wembley Lions Ice Hockey team was formed in 1934 but it was 1951 before I got the opportunity to see the team play at the then Empire Pool & Sports Arena at Wembley, North London. Originally named … Continue reading