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ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators Outline Bold Vision at State of the Glads
- Karen Zehner
- August 21, 2025
ATLANTA, GA — The Atlanta Gladiators hosted their inaugural State of the Glads event on Wednesday night, giving fans a comprehensive look at the team’s 2025–26 direction through a virtual livestream on their official YouTube channel. The event celebrated offseason changes, new hires, enhanced fan experiences, and a unified rallying cry: One Battle. Team President […]
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ECHL: Defenseman Jack Robilotti Signs with the Atlanta Gladiators
- Karen Zehner
- August 19, 2025
The Atlanta Gladiators are continuing to shape their 2025–26 roster, and the latest addition comes on the blue line with defenseman Jack Robilotti. At 24 years old and standing 6-foot-3, 194 pounds, Robilotti brings both size and mobility to a defense corps that has already added grit and depth this offseason. Robilotti was acquired on […]
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ECHL: Special Olympics Skating Camp Brings Smiles
- Karen Zehner
- August 17, 2025
CUMMING, Ga. — On Sunday morning, the ice at The Ice in Cumming came alive with laughter, smiles, and a sense of community that stretched far beyond the boards. The Special Olympics skating camp, led by 16-year-old Deerfield Academy student and lifelong hockey player Grey Altemeyer, showcased months of planning, preparation, and passion. What unfolded […]
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ECHL: Atlanta, Lace Up for Special Olympics Skating Camp This Weekend
- Karen Zehner
- August 15, 2025
One thing is true about the hockey community — they show up to help others and to share their love of the sport. That spirit, along with guidance from longtime Atlanta Gladiator Derek Nesbitt and support from the Gladiators organization, is at the heart of a new Special Olympics skating camp in Cumming, Georgia. Presented […]
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ECHL: Atlanta Locks In Alex Young to Drive Offense
- Karen Zehner
- August 14, 2025
The Atlanta Gladiators have re-signed forward Alex Young for the 2025–26 season, keeping a key offensive contributor who made an instant impact after joining the team late last year. The 24-year-old Calgary, Alberta, native stands 6’0”, weighs 179 pounds, and brings a versatile scoring touch to both center and wing. Strong Finish in Atlanta Acquired […]
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ECHL: Matt Ginn Sets Fast, Physical Tone for Season
- Karen Zehner
- August 13, 2025
The Atlanta Gladiators connected with fans in a big way during their recent Coach’s Show, streamed on the team’s YouTube channel. Head Coach Matt Ginn, entering his first season at the helm after serving as assistant coach in 2024–25, spoke candidly about his coaching style, the team’s identity, and the traits he’s looking for in […]
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ECHL: Ryley Appelt Signs with Gladiators for Rookie Pro Season
- Karen Zehner
- August 12, 2025
The Atlanta Gladiators are adding more size and snarl to their forward corps with the signing of 25-year-old Ryley Appelt for the 2025–26 ECHL season. Appelt comes to Atlanta after completing a four-year collegiate career at Grant MacEwan University, where he wore the Griffins’ colors in 87 USports games. The Edmonton, Alberta native recorded nine […]
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ECHL: Greenville Signs Defenseman Josh Atkinson
- Karen Zehner
- August 12, 2025
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits have added a proven two-way defenseman with a wealth of international and North American experience, signing 32-year-old Josh Atkinson for the 2025-26 season. The St. Albert, Alberta native brings over 230 professional games in the ECHL and AHL, plus four seasons in Europe, to Greenville’s blue line. From Europe Back to […]
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ECHL: Former Gladiators Goalie Drew DeRidder Signs With Manchester Storm
- Karen Zehner
- August 12, 2025
The Manchester Storm have signed goaltender Drew DeRidder for the 2025-26 season, bringing the 25-year-old Michigan native overseas after two seasons in the ECHL. Time in the ECHL DeRidder spent the 2024-25 season with the Atlanta Gladiators, sharing the crease in a tandem with Ethan Haider. He appeared in 37 games, posting a 3.02 goals-against […]
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