Garret Sparks

ECHL: History of the Orlando Solar Bears
- Ashley Trollinger
- July 30, 2023
In a state with palm trees, beaches, and popular theme parks, ice hockey has made itself popular. If you were to ask someone to name hockey states, I’m sure Florida would not be named first. To most’s surprise, Orlando has played host to hockey for many years. Solar Bears hockey adds to the sports culture […]
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ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Week in Review
- Elijah Webb
- March 8, 2023
As the playoff race heats up, the Orlando Solar Bears made their presence known by beating both of their rivals that they faced during the weekend. It started on Thursday, March 2nd, with the Bears hosting the Adirondack Thunder, who were 19-23-7-1 entering their Florida road trip. There was not a lot of action throughout […]
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Orlando and Greenville Split Weekend Series
- Elijah Webb
- March 1, 2023
It was an action-packed weekend as the Orlando Solar Bears hosted the Greenville Swamp Rabbits for a two-game set. Hot temperatures in Florida means the chance of a very slippery ice surface, and on Friday, there was a lot of that as several players kept losing balance and others sliding into the boards. It was […]
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Solar Bears Attempt Guinness World Record in Rivalry Match against Florida
- Elijah Webb
- February 6, 2023
Orlando, FL- The Orlando Solar Bears partnered with the Guinness World Records to try and break the record for the largest gathering of people wearing tie-dye. To be counted, fans had to wear two or more tie-dye pieces. However, as it was getting closer to game time, fans left the attempt area, ultimately not setting […]
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Solar Bears Have A Full Week of Signings
- Elijah Webb
- January 28, 2023
Orlando, FL- The first signing was big as Garret Sparks returned to the Solar Bears. The veteran goaltender had previously played with the Bears over parts of 2013-2020, playing in 53 games with a 30-14-3 record with six shutouts, a beautiful 2.09 GAA, and an outstanding .936 save percentage. In the 2014-15 season with the […]
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