Author: Karen Zehner

Inside The Rink ECHL Manager | Senior Editor | Credentialed Beat Writer covering the ECHL Atlanta Gladiators. Diving into the world of slap shots, penalty kills, and the game we love. [@RunwithK] on socials.

ECHL Interview: Atlanta Gladiators’ Robert Calisti

Before the Saturday night game against the South Carolina Stingrays, I had the pleasure of talking with defenseman Robert “Robbie” Calisti. The 22-year-old Toronto native recently became a member of the Atlanta Gladiators, and so far has contributed one goal and one assist, accumulating a total of two points. As the team enters the second […]

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. South Carolina Stingrays | 01/20/2024

After a slow start in their previous night’s game with Jacksonville, the Gladiators needed to approach tonight’s game with a sense of urgency and determination. To secure the victory, it would be essential that they launch aggressive and well-planned attacks on the Stingrays’ net, as their opponents are known for their physicality. The Atlanta Gladiator’s […]

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Jacksonville Icemen | 01/19/2024

After splitting a series with the Trois-Rivières Lions, The Atlanta Gladiators were eager to gain some additional positive momentum. Atlanta signed forward Spencer Kennedy mid-week to potentially help bolster the team with his physical play and help energize the offense. The Atlanta Gladiator’s starting lineup included Luke Prokop, Griffin Luce, Cody Sylvester, Jackson Pierson, and […]

ECHL: The Atlanta Gladiators Sign Forward Spencer Kennedy

The Atlanta Gladiators have recently announced the signing of forward Spencer Kennedy to an ECHL contract. At 6-foot-6 and 23 years of age, Kennedy brings his physical skills to Atlanta after playing briefly for the Reading Royals, Roanoke Rail-Yard Dawgs, and Peoria Rivermen this season. Before joining the Royals for his second professional season, Kennedy […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators Mid-Season Report Card

Current Record: 11-20-1-1 (25 Points) – After 33 GP Win Percentage: 36.40% Power Play Percentage: 18.8% Penalty Kill Percentage: 77.9% Class President: Forward Mitch Fossier #18 After playing 26 games and scoring 10 goals with 23 assists, Forward Mitch Fossier has earned the title. Despite being on injury reserve for a few weeks, he now holds […]

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Trois-Rivières Lions | 01/13/2024

Recapping the Gladiatior vs. Lions game on 1/13

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Trois-Rivières Lions | 01/12/2024

The Atlanta Gladiators played against the Trois-Rivières Lions at Colisée Vidéotron in Trois-Rivières, Quebec on Friday night. After beating Jacksonville last weekend, the Gladiators, who need to earn points in the standings, went into the game determined to maintain their momentum. Here’s a quick rundown of the Atlanta Gladiator’s starting lineup: Cody Sylvester, Jackson Pierson, […]

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Jacksonville Icemen | 01/07/2024

The Atlanta Gladiators’ record going into Sunday afternoon’s game was now 11-20-1-0 after their recent game against the South Carolina Stingrays. Although they put up a good fight and attempted a comeback rally, they unfortunately couldn’t pull off the victory. With all eyes on them during Sunday’s game, it was a make-or-break moment for the […]

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Florida Everblades | 01/05/2024

The Atlanta Gladiators faced off against the Florida Everblades for the second time this week. The last time these teams met, the Atlanta Gladiators fell to the Florida Everblades 5-3. The Gladiators, in search of some much-needed points in the standings, went into tonight’s game looking to gain some ground. The starting lineup for the […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators’ Roster Changes | 01/04/2024

As part of the trade agreement between the Gladiators and Kalamazoo Wings, defenseman Robert Calisti has been loaned to Atlanta from the Charlotte Checkers of the American Hockey League. Calisti, a 22-year-old from Toronto, has participated in 23 games this season with Kalamazoo, amassing 12 points (four goals and eight assists). In the previous season, […]