Evansville Mariners Bring Junior Hockey Back to Town This Fall

If you listen carefully, you can probably hear hockey fans in Evansville banging their sticks on the ground, ice, boards, or whatever they can find. They’re giving a “hockey applause” for the exciting news we just received.

Junior Hockey Returns to Evansville

Hockey fans in Evansville, get ready to lace up your skates and hit the ice—because junior hockey is officially back in town! Swonder Ice Arena has announced that a new junior hockey team – the Evansville Mariners – is making its debut this September!

Meet the Evansville Mariners

The Evansville Mariners will take the ice for their inaugural season as part of the United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL). The new expansion franchise will offer three squads – Premier, Elite, and 18U AAA – providing hockey action for fans of all ages and skill levels.

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Not only does this bring a fresh wave of fast-paced, hard-hitting hockey to Evansville, but it also creates incredible opportunities for young athletes chasing their dreams on the ice. The USPHL is known for developing players who go on to compete at the collegiate and professional levels.

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Swonder Ice Arena is More Than Just Hockey

Swonder Ice Arena is located on Evansville's east side at 209 N Boeke Road. In addition to hockey, Swonder offers public skating, figure skating, parties, a fitness center, and more.