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: Kansas City Mavericks Announce Affiliate Extension

The Kansas City Mavericks recently announced the extension of their affiliation agreement with the NHL’s Seattle Kraken and the AHL’s Coachella Valley Firebirds for two more seasons. In this agreement, the Mavericks will retain their role as the ECHL affiliate of both the Kraken and Firebirds. In the 2023-24 season, Coachella Valley, and Kansas City […]

ECHL Announces Daniel Amesbury Fine and Suspension | 04/15/2024

Fort Wayne’s Daniel Amesbury (F) has been suspended for five games and fined an undisclosed amount as a result of his actions in the game between Toledo at Fort Wayne, on April 14. Amesbury was first penalized for roughing in the first period. Moments later, Amesbury attempted to leave the penalty box to return to […]

ECHL Names Co-Recipients of the AMI Graphics Plus Performer of the Year

The ECHL recently announced that Max Andreev, a forward for the Kansas City Mavericks, and Grant Gabriele, a defenseman for the Toledo Walleye, have been jointly honored with the 2023-24 AMI Graphics Plus Performer of the Year award for their impressive season performances, each boasting a noteworthy plus-minus rating of +34. Additionally, four players achieved […]

ECHL Names 2023-24 Leading Scorer of the Year

The ECHL announced that Brandon Hawkins from the Toledo Walleye secured the league’s scoring title for this season. Hawksins has earned 93 points in 70 games (40g-53a) and was recognized for his outstanding performance by earning a spot on the All-ECHL First Team after leading in multiple categories. On Friday, April 5th, he set a […]

ECHL Announces Fines and Suspensions | 04/13/2024

The ECHL Department of Player’s Safety has announced two suspensions stemming from Friday Night’s Games. Atlanta‘s Griffin Luce (#25) has received a two-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for his conduct during last night’s game against the Greenville Swamp Rabbits (04.12.24). This disciplinary action comes under Rule #28 – Supplementary Discipline after Luce received a […]

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Florida Everblades | 04/5/2024

The Atlanta Gladiators played their second consecutive home game against the Florida Everblades on Friday night. This final home game of the season celebrated Fan Appreciation Night, a special event dedicated to the team’s loyal Atlanta fan base. A memorable highlight of the evening was when Mitch Fossier, a team member, pleasantly surprised his teammates […]

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Florida Everblades | 04/04/24

Wednesday night, the Atlanta Gladiators had a shutout win against the Jacksonville Icemen at home but were now facing two back-to-back home games against the Florida Everblades. The starting lineup for the Atlanta Gladiators included Zach Yoder(D), Griffin Luce (D), Carson Gicewicz (F), Josh Boyer (F), and Jackson Pierson (F). Tyler Harmon (G), Mitch Fossier […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Jacksonville Icemen | 04/03/24

After a disappointing weekend in Norfolk, the Atlanta Gladiators sought to entertain their home crowd with three consecutive nights of on-ice action. The series began with the first of the three, having the Gladiators face off against the Jacksonville Icemen. The starting lineup for the Atlanta Gladiators included Luke Prokop (D), Dylan Carabia (D), Reece […]

ECHL: The Unyielding Spirit of the Atlanta Gladiators and Their Fans

I have been a lifelong fan of sports, something I have mentioned before. My upbringing in Northeast Pennsylvania created a strong allegiance to both the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins fairly early on which continues to this day. However, my focus shifted last year to include the ECHL team, the Atlanta Gladiators, ultimately leading […]

ECHL Weekend Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Norfolk Admirals | 03/29/24-03/30/24

Friday – March 30, 2024 In the starting lineup for the Atlanta Gladiators were Brenden Datema and Jake Willets on defense, alongside Jackson Pierson, Parker AuCoin, and Micha Miller as forwards. Notably, Josh Boyer made his professional debut with Atlanta this evening. On the other side, the Norfolk Admirals are striving for a playoff spot, […]