Atlanta Gladiators

ECHL: Anthony Firriolo Returns to Gladiators’ Blue Line
- Karen Zehner
- August 28, 2025
The Atlanta Gladiators have announced the return of defenseman Anthony Firriolo for the 2025–26 ECHL season. Firriolo, 27, is coming off his strongest professional campaign and will once again provide stability and mobility to Atlanta’s back end. Career Year in 2024–25 Firriolo became a reliable piece of the Gladiators’ defensive corps last season, appearing in […]
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ECHL: Ryan Francis Re-Signs with Atlanta Gladiators
- Karen Zehner
- August 26, 2025
The Atlanta Gladiators have announced the signing of forward Ryan Francis for the 2025–26 ECHL season, bringing back a dynamic scorer who made an impact in a brief stint with the team last year. Pro Experience Francis, 23, returns to Atlanta after splitting last season between the Adirondack Thunder and the Gladiators, where he collected […]
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ECHL: Pierce Charleson Returns to Backstop the Swamp Rabbits
- Karen Zehner
- August 26, 2025
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits continued shaping their roster by locking down the crease. The club re-signed goaltender Pierce Charleson for the 2025–26 ECHL season, securing him for his first full professional campaign. Early Professional Impressions Charleson arrived in Greenville late last spring after finishing his NCAA career and quickly showed he could compete at the […]
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ECHL: Darby Llewellyn Joins Toledo Walleye for 2025–26
- Karen Zehner
- August 22, 2025
The Toledo Walleye have added a veteran presence to their forward group, signing 29-year-old winger Darby Llewellyn for the 2025–26 ECHL season. With nearly a decade of pro hockey across North America and Europe, Llewellyn brings versatility, grit, and scoring depth to a Toledo lineup aiming to remain among the league’s toughest outs. A Proven […]
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ECHL: Mickey Burns Re-Signs with Atlanta Gladiators
- Karen Zehner
- August 21, 2025
The Atlanta Gladiators added another piece to their 2025–26 lineup on Thursday night, confirming during a live YouTube stream that forward Mickey Burns will return for a second season in Atlanta. Early Impressions in Atlanta Burns, 25, got his first taste of pro hockey late last season, suiting up in 13 games and chipping in […]
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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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