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ECHL South Division Semifinals – Game 4 Recap: Florida Everblades vs Jacksonville Icemen

For the fourth straight game, the South Division Semifinals between the Florida Everblades and Jacksonville Icemen went to overtime—but this time, it marked the end of the series. Lukas Lambdin’s power play goal in the extra frame sealed a 4–3 win for Florida, completing the sweep and sending the Everblades into the Division Finals. First […]

ECHL South Division Semifinals – Game 2 Recap: Jacksonville Icemen vs Florida Everblades

South Division Semifinals – Game 2 Final: Florida 2, Jacksonville 1 (OT)Series: Florida leads 2-0 The Florida Everblades took a commanding 2-0 series lead Saturday night with a 2-1 overtime win over the Jacksonville Icemen in Game 2 of the South Division Semifinals. For the second straight game, the contest required extra time—and once again, […]

PHOTOS: Savannah Ghost Pirates vs. Jacksonville Icemen – 04/12/2025

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – It was Fan Appreciation and Award Ceremony Night on Saturday, with the Jacksonville Icemen and the Savannah Ghost Pirates facing off for the second night in a row, in their last meeting of the season. Before the game, Jacksonville held its annual Pre-Game Award Show honoring players from this year’s team. Awards […]

ECHL Names 2024-25 All-Rookie Team

The 2024-25 All-Rookie Team, spotlighting six of the league’s most electric and promising young players was announced by the ECHL earlier today. Voted on by ECHL coaches, broadcasters, media relations directors, and media members across North America, this year’s selections represent the heart of a new wave of talent rising through the pro hockey ranks. […]

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: Stingrays Extend Streak in OT Thriller; Ghost Pirates Break Out in Greenville | 03/23/2025

Two key South Division matchups on Sunday reshaped the standings down the stretch. The South Carolina Stingrays extended their winning streak to 11 games with a 5–4 overtime win over the Jacksonville Icemen, earning two points to maintain their division lead. Jacksonville collected one point in the loss, holding steady in third place. Meanwhile, the […]

PHOTOS: Savannah Ghost Pirates vs Jacksonville Icemen – 03/15/2025

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Icemen punched their ticket to the 2025 Kelly Cup Playoffs on Saturday night by defeating the visiting Savannah Ghost Pirates 5-2. The victory clinched a playoff spot in the first round of the South Division for the Icemen, for the fourth consecutive season Jacksonville jumped to an early lead just […]

PHOTOS: Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Jacksonville Icemen – 03/01/2025

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Icemen continued their Military Appreciation Weekend on Saturday night with the first of a two-game series against the Greenville Swamp Rabbits. Jacksonville took a 4-0 shutout win, giving Icemen netminder Justen Close his third shutout of the season and extending the team’s point streak to nine games. Lordanthony Grissom got […]

PHOTOS: Orlando Solar Bears vs. Jacksonville Icemen – 02/15/2025

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Saturday night, the Jacksonville Icemen faced the Orlando Solar Bears, having won in overtime during their previous game on Tuesday in Orlando. This was also the first game with interim Head Coach Sean Teakle in charge after the shock announcement on Friday that the Icemen had parted ways with Brandon Mashinter. Video […]

ECHL: South Division Recap | Week 17

Welcome to this week’s electrifying South Division update! The ice is sizzling with action as our teams clash in fierce battles, showcasing heart-stopping saves, dazzling goals, and game-changing plays. From goaltending heroes standing tall in the crease to defensemen anchoring the blue line and forwards lighting up the scoreboard, the drama is unfolding at every […]