Eric Neiley

ECHL: 2024-25 Protected List | Atlanta Gladiators

The Atlanta Gladiators released their protected list for the upcoming season in coordination with the ECHL. The list for the Gladiators includes 25 players: 17 forwards, seven defensemen, and one goaltender. While this doesn’t guarantee their return, it gives Atlanta exclusive negotiating rights with each player as the offseason begins. What are the rules of […]

ECHL: 2024-25 End of Season Review | Atlanta Gladiators

The Atlanta Gladiators concluded their 2024-25 regular season with a record of 28 wins, 35 losses, and seven overtime losses, totaling 65 points. They finished in 12th place in the Eastern Conference and 25th overall in the league. While the team did not qualify for the playoffs, the season provided opportunities for growth and development […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators Captain Eric Neiley Announces Retirement

Atlanta Gladiators captain Eric Neiley retires from professional hockey after an extraordinary ECHL career that spanned nine seasons and 344 games, during which he recorded 116 goals, 126 assists, and 242 points. The announcement came before the Gladiators’ final home game on April 6, when Neiley stepped onto the ice at Gas South Arena wearing […]

ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs Florida Everblades | 04/12/2025

The Florida Everblades closed out their three-game weekend series with a commanding 6–1 victory over the Atlanta Gladiators on Saturday night at Hertz Arena. Olivier Chau netted two goals and added an assist, while Kyle Neuber recorded his first of the season along with an assist in a breakout performance. Cam Johnson turned aside 21 […]

ECHL South Division Recap | Week 25

As the ECHL regular season winds down, the South Division is delivering a thrilling finish packed with playoff races, record-breaking performances, and milestone moments. The South Carolina Stingrays have surged to the top of the league with a historic 15-game winning streak, while Florida, Jacksonville, and Orlando have all secured their postseason spots. From suspensions […]

ECHL Game Recap: Jacksonville Icemen vs Atlanta Gladiators | 04/06/2025

The atmosphere was electric at Gas South Arena on Sunday afternoon as the Atlanta Gladiators hosted the Jacksonville Icemen for their final home game of the season. Before puck drop, the organization honored long-time captain Eric Neiley with an emotional pre-game retirement ceremony. A video tribute aired on the jumbotron featuring messages from former and […]

ECHL Game Recap: South Carolina Stingrays vs Atlanta Gladiators | 03/14/2025

The Atlanta Gladiators put up a strong fight on home ice Friday night but ultimately fell short against the South Carolina Stingrays in a physical, penalty-filled contest at Gas South Arena. The game was a hard-fought battle filled with momentum swings and physical play, with tempers flaring throughout the contest and several penalties shaping the […]

ECHL Game Recap: Savannah Ghost Pirates vs Atlanta Gladiators | 03/01/2025

Saturday night, the Atlanta Gladiators hosted the Savannah Ghost Pirates in a series that had already been heating up the South division. In their recent clash on February 16th, Savannah edged out Atlanta 4-3 in overtime, setting the stage for a rematch where every shift, every power play, and every penalty kill would make the […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators Face Crucial Stretch in Playoff Push

As the Atlanta Gladiators enter the final stretch of the regular season, they find themselves in a challenging position. With 54 games played and only 18 remaining, the team has a 23-24-5 record, putting them below the .500 mark. With 36 points still up for grabs, the Gladiators must make significant improvements if they hope […]

ECHL Game Preview: Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs Atlanta Gladiators | 02/13/2025

The Atlanta Gladiators will be facing off against the Greenville Swamp Rabbits on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. Where to Watch/Listen Tune in to FloHockey or listen live on the respective broadcast networks to catch all the action! TV/Streaming: FloHockey Listen Live: Atlanta Gladiators Broadcast Listen […]