Derek Topatigh

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs Orlando Solar Bears | 11/19/2024

The Orlando Solar Bears held their School Day game today, while also celebrating their mascot Shades’ birthday. The setting was lively, with the Kia Center brimming with young hockey fans and their teachers. In their previous matchup, the Atlanta Gladiators claimed a 2-1 victory over the Solar Bears on November 6th. Since then, the Gladiators […]

ECHL Game Preview: Atlanta Gladiators at Jacksonville Icemen| 11/08/2024

Venue: VyStar Veterans Memorial ArenaDate: This Evening – Friday, November 08, 2024Time: 7 PM EST TV: FloSportsJacksonville – Jacksonville Icemen Broadcast NetworkAtlanta – Atlanta Gladiators Broadcast Network Purchase tickets via Ticketmaster Jacksonville Icemen News & Notes: Jacksonville has accumulated a staggering 90 penalty minutes, far exceeding Atlanta’s 63. In the game against Orlando, both the […]

ECHL Game Preview: Atlanta Gladiators at Orlando Solar Bears | 11/06/2024

Atlanta Gladiators (2-3-2, 6 pts) at Orlando Solar Bears (3-2-1, 7 pts)Venue: Kia CenterDate: Tonight – Wednesday, November 06, 2024Time: 7:00 PM EST Where to Watch/Listen TV/Streaming: FloHockeyListen Live: Orlando Bears Broadcast Network Listen Live: Atlanta Gladiators Broadcast Network Purchase tickets via Ticketmaster Orlando Solar Bears News & Notes: The Solar Bears recently had a […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators vs Indy Fuel Weekend Recap | 10/19-10/20/2024

The game opened with a moment of silence for both Matthew and Johnny Gaudreau, Indy Fuel‘s announcer Scott Alan, and those lost tragically after the Apalachee High School shooting this past summer. The atmosphere then transitioned to the beginning of the game and the season for Atlanta, who were eager to launch their 2024-25 campaign […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators Announce Leadership Group

The Atlanta Gladiators will feature several recognizable faces in their leadership group for the upcoming season. Captain – Eric Neiley Eric Neiley is a fantastic choice for captain of the Atlanta Gladiators. He stands out as a veteran leader within the team, bringing a wealth of experience gained from multiple seasons with the Gladiators and […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators 2024-25 Season Opening Roster

The ECHL has revealed the opening roster for the Atlanta Gladiators for the 2024-25 season, which will debut on October 19th against the Indy Fuel. Each ECHL team is allowed a maximum of 20 players on the active roster, with no more than 18 skaters at any time. In the first 30 days of the […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators Announce 2024-25 Training Camp Roster

The Atlanta Gladiators have revealed their training camp roster. The training camp roster includes a total of 25 players, with eight defensemen, 15 forwards, and two goaltenders. 2024-25 Training Camp Roster: Defense (8): Forwards (15): Goaltenders (2): Tryouts – Players to Watch: Alex Cohen (PTO) is well acquainted with the Atlanta Gladiators, having been called […]

ECHL: Derek Topatigh Returns to Atlanta

The Atlanta Gladiators announced that defenseman Derek Topatigh will be rejoining the team for the upcoming 2024-25 season, donning the blue and gold once again after spending a season abroad. Last year, Derek Topatigh announced his move overseas to join the Wipptal Broncos in the Alps Hockey League in Italy. During the 2023-24 regular season, […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators Get Important Win, Catching up to The Florida Everblades

Duluth, GA– Goalie Joe Murdaca, in his first game back from injury, stopped 29 out of 30 shots to lead the Atlanta Gladiators (33-25-6-1) over the Florida Everblades (34-21-4-4) by a score of 4-1. forward Mike Pelech had a phenomenal game as well, scoring two goals and assisting on the other two Gladiator goals. The […]