Aaron Luchuk

ECHL: Florida Everblades vs. Orlando Solar Bears Game 4 Recap | 5/9/2024

FIRST PERIOD: It was game four of the south division finals as the Solar Bears hosted the Everblades at the Kia Center, as the Bears faced elimination for the first time in the playoffs. Early in the first period, the Everblades were able to put some pressure on the Solar Bears’ defense. They stood tall […]

ECHL Playoff Recap: Florida Everblades vs. Orlando Solar Bears Game 3 | 05/07/2024

FIRST PERIOD: Game three was almost a must-win for the Orlando Solar Bears, who entered the night being down 2-0 in the series, being outplayed in both games. The Solar Bears came out with the first chances of the game, something that hasn’t happened a lot in these playoffs for Orlando. Once again, it was […]

ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears at Greenville Swamp Rabbits Game Six Recap | 04/30/2024

Greenville, SC—The Swamp Rabbits and Solar Bears returned to Greenville for the last slated games of the South Division Semi-finals. This time, it was game six, as the Bears led the series 3-2 over the Rabbits, making this game a do-or-die situation for the Rabbits. 1st Period Greenville was aggressive throughout this period. When it […]

ECHL: Game 6 Preview: Orlando Solar Bears at Greenville Swamp Rabbits

Tonight is game six of the South Division Semifinals as the Swamp Rabbits try to keep their season alive as they host the Orlando Solar Bears at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, SC. Let’s take a look at the series so far: Game 1: Orlando 1, Greenville 0. In a game that was […]

ECHL South Division Series Preview: (1) Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs (4) Orlando Solar Bears

The Kelly Cup Playoffs are finally here for two of the South Division teams as the top-seeded Greenville Swamp Rabbits take on the fourth-seeded Orlando Solar Bears. The Solar Bears come into the first round of the playoffs after clinching a playoff spot on the final day of the regular season. Greenville is in the […]

ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Announce Playoff Roster

The Orlando Solar Bears have announced their playoff roster for the upcoming 2024 Kelly Cup Playoff Run as they get ready to battle the Greenville Swamp Rabbits in the first round. In the ECHL, you may have a 20-man active roster and a four-man reserve list, which must include 17 active or available skaters, aka […]

PHOTOS: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Orlando Solar Bears – 03/28/2024

ORLANDO, Fla – The Jacksonville Icemen and Orlando Solar Bears went head-to-head Thursday night at the Kia Center in downtown Orlando. The Solar Bears headed into the game, sitting one point back in 5th place in the South Division, fighting to stay in contention for the playoffs. However the 3rd and 4th place teams are […]

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs. Orlando Solar Bears | 03/23/2024

After the loss the night before against the Trois-Rivières Lions, the Gladiators looked once more to be the spoilers as Orlando remained in playoff contention. The starting lineup for the Atlanta Gladiators included Robbie Calisti (D), Zach Yoder (D), Carson Gicewicz (F), Parker AuCoin (F), and Nolan Burke. Tyler Harmon (G) and Mitch Fossier (F) […]

ECHL: Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Solar Bears Recap | 03/06/2024

Orlando, FL — The Greenville Swamp Rabbits and the Orlando Solar Bears returned for another rematch, only this time at the Kia Center. The last time these two played at Orlando, the arena was designated as the Amway Center on February 26, 2023, as the Solar Bears would win 5-4. Prior to this matchup, the […]

ECHL: The Atlanta Gladiators’ Ongoing Battle for Momentum

After breaking a 9-game losing streak with a win against the Greenville Swamp Rabbits, the Gladiators entered Saturday night’s game against the Solar Bears, hoping to keep that momentum going as they headed into the holiday break. Notably, Fossier, Casparie (IR), Luke Prokop, and Machesan (IR) were absent, but the team welcomed back Reece Vitelli, […]