South Carolina Stingrays

ECHL: Ben Hawerchuk Re-Signs with South Carolina
- Karen Zehner
- September 1, 2025
The South Carolina Stingrays are bringing back the edge that fans loved last season. On Monday, the team announced that forward Ben Hawerchuk has re-signed for the 2025–26 ECHL season, ensuring his physical presence and gritty style remain a staple in Charleston. A Hard-Nosed Style Hawerchuk made his Stingrays debut last season, appearing in 36 […]
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ECHL: Hudson Thornton Set to Join Bemidji State for 2025–26 Season
- Karen Zehner
- August 27, 2025
Defenseman Hudson Thornton will continue his NCAA career with Bemidji State University for the 2025–26 season. The 21-year-old enters the Beavers lineup after gaining valuable experience across multiple levels of hockey last season. Professional Experience Thornton’s 2024–25 campaign gave him a taste of the professional pace. He spent most of the season with the Orlando […]
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ECHL: D.J. King Signs with South Carolina Stingrays
- Karen Zehner
- August 25, 2025
The South Carolina Stingrays have added a major presence on defense, signing 25-year-old blueliner D.J. King for the 2025–26 ECHL season. At 6-foot-3 and 216 pounds, King joins the Rays with a proven blend of size, toughness, and professional experience that spans both the ECHL and AHL. Early Career and Development Born in Scottsdale, Arizona, […]
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ECHL: Orlando Adds Experienced Forward Jarid Lukosevicius
- Karen Zehner
- August 15, 2025
The Orlando Solar Bears have added veteran scoring punch to their forward group, signing Jarid Lukosevicius for the 2025–26 ECHL season. The 30-year-old right winger brings a wealth of experience from the AHL, ECHL, NCAA, and European leagues, giving Orlando a proven offensive presence with a history of stepping up in big games. A Well-Traveled […]
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ECHL: Nico Blachman Returns to Add Bite to Florida Lineup
- Karen Zehner
- August 14, 2025
The Florida Everblades are bringing back one of the league’s most recognizable enforcers, signing forward Nico Blachman for the 2025–26 ECHL season. The 27-year-old Aventura, Florida, native stands 6’2”, weighs 198 pounds, and brings an edge to every shift, capable of playing both right wing and center. Blachman is no stranger to Southwest Florida, having […]
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ECHL: Reilly Webb Returns to South Carolina Blue Line
- Karen Zehner
- August 12, 2025
The South Carolina Stingrays have locked in a major piece of their defense for the upcoming season, bringing back 26-year-old blueliner Reilly Webb. Standing 6-foot-4 and weighing 201 pounds, Webb brings size, reach, and an edge that opponents can’t ignore. A Strong First Season Webb joined the Stingrays last October in a trade from the […]
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ECHL: Walleye Promote Bain, Add Reddekopp to Coaching Staff for 2025–26
- Karen Zehner
- August 7, 2025
The Toledo Walleye have announced two key changes to their coaching staff ahead of the 2025–26 ECHL season. Brent Bain has been promoted from Assistant Coach to Associate Head Coach, while former Walleye defenseman Chaz Reddekopp joins the staff as Assistant Coach. Both moves underscore Toledo’s focus on leadership continuity and player development as they […]
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ECHL: Charlie Combs Returns to Stingrays After 50-Point Season
- Karen Zehner
- August 5, 2025
The South Carolina Stingrays locked in one of their top offensive weapons for another year, re-signing forward Charlie Combs for the 2025–26 ECHL season. After lighting up the scoresheet in his first season back in North America, Combs will continue to bring energy, leadership, and a scoring punch to Charleston. Combs Delivered in Year One […]
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