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The Knoxville Ice Bears are a minor league hockey team. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, they are a member of the SPHL.

Ice Bears Enter New Partnership with UT Federal Credit Union

October 15, 2025 - The Knoxville Ice Bears are proud to announce an extended partnership with UT Federal Credit Union (UTFCU) through the 2029-2030 season. The partnership includes the naming rights to Knoxville's home games, which will officially be played at "UT Federal Credit Union home ice at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum." "We are excited to enter into this partnership with UT Federal Credit Union ahead of our 24th season," said Ice Bears President and CEO Mike Murray. "We pride ourselves on being a longtime staple in this community, an... Full Story

Ice Bears Front Office Staffer Scores, Knoxville Routs Birmingham in Preseason Game

October 10, 2025 - Knoxville outscored Birmingham 7-2 in regulation, Birmingham scored in overtime and the Ice Bears scored the only goal in the shootout to give the Ice Bears an unofficial 8-3 win over the Bulls in a preseason game at UT Federal Credit Union Home Ice at the Civic Coliseum Friday night. Drew King scored the opening goal at 3:47 for Knoxville when he stole the puck in the Birmingham zone and beat Dysen Skinner's glove. King, a former Tennessee Ice Vol and the team's current head coach, is the Knoxville Ice Bears' Corporate S... Full Story

Ice Bears Promote Mike Murray to Franchise CEO

October 8, 2025 - The Knoxville Ice Bears have elevated longtime general manager Mike Murray to the role of CEO. Murray, who joined the Ice Bears' front office in 2005 remains in his roles as President and Co-Owner. "I am honored to take on the roles of CEO, President and Co-Owner of the organization," said Murray. "I look forward to advancing our strategic vision, ensuring long-term financial sustainability and elevating our brand, culture and presence within the community. I'm also excited to represent the team to our incredible fans, me... Full Story

WVLZ Named New Flagship Station of the Ice Bears

October 6, 2025 - The Knoxville Ice Bears, in partnership with Loud Media, are pleased to announce their new flagship radio station 93.7 WVLZ-FM as the new home station for all Ice Bears hockey games for the 2025-26 season. Following a successful three-year run on Loud Media's 92.5 WKCE-FM station, the Ice Bears and Loud Media have agreed to extend their partnership while moving the Ice Bears to "Knoxville's Rock Station." "We at Loud Media are very excited about WVLZ becoming the new radio home of the Knoxville Ice Bears,: said Aaron Ishm... Full Story

• Ice Bears Enter New Partnership with UT Federal Credit Union - October 15, 2025
  
• Ice Bears Front Office Staffer Scores, Knoxville Routs Birmingham in Preseason Game - October 10, 2025
  
• Ice Bears Promote Mike Murray to Franchise CEO - October 8, 2025
  
• WVLZ Named New Flagship Station of the Ice Bears - October 6, 2025
  
• Ice Bears Promote Feather to General Manager - October 1, 2025
  
• Experienced Blue Liner Vance Returning to Knoxville - August 28, 2025
  
• Ice Bears Return Goaltending Duo for 2025-26 Season - August 25, 2025
  
• Returning Forward Duo Inked for Ice Bears - August 14, 2025
  
• SPHL Announces Opponent Changes on Ice Bears Schedule - August 12, 2025
  
• Ice Bears Ink Two Returnees in Williams and Tobey - August 4, 2025
  
• The Captain Returns: Ice Bears Re-Sign Jimmy Soper - July 24, 2025
  
• Ice Bears Announce 13-Player Protected List - May 6, 2025
  
• Incredible Run Ends for Knoxville in President's Cup Finals - April 24, 2025
  
• Ice Bears Drop Heartbreaker in Game One of Finals - April 23, 2025
  
• Ice Bears Advance to Finals with 4-2 Win over Bulls - April 19, 2025
  
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Knoxville Ice Bears captain Jimmy Soper
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League: SPHL
Home: Knoxville, Tennessee
Website: Knoxville Ice Bears site
Schedule: Full Knoxville Ice Bears Schedule Statistics: Full Knoxville Ice Bears Statistics

Sat., Oct 18		Knoxville at Fayetteville	6:00 p.m.
Thu., Apr 24	L	Knoxville 1 at Evansville 2 (Champ. Gm. 2)	Final (OT)
Wed., Apr 23	L	Evansville 4 at Knoxville 3 (Champ. Gm. 1)	Final (OT)
Sat., Apr 19	W	Knoxville 4 at Birmingham 2 (Playoff Gm. 3)	Final
Fri., Apr 18	W	Knoxville 5 at Birmingham 1 (Playoff Gm. 2)	Final
Wed., Apr 16	L	Birmingham 4 at Knoxville 2 (Playoff Gm. 1)	Final
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• Knoxville Smokies (SL) - Knoxville, Tennessee
  
• One Knoxville SC (USL1) - Knoxville, Tennessee
  

• Knoxville Ice Bears promote executive Dave Feather to general manager - SPHL Knoxville News-Sentinel (October 1)
  
• Ice Bears' season ends in game two of SPHL Championship Series - SPHL WVLT 8 (April 27)
  
• SPHL President's Cup Championship Series: How To Watch, What To Know - SPHL FloHockey (April 20)
  
• Rail Yard Dawgs' season comes to stunning end in President's Cup quarterfinals - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (April 13)
  
• Slow start dooms Rail Yard Dawgs against Ice Bears - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (April 12)
  
• Stanko returns and provides spark as Rail Yard Dawgs win playoff opener - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (April 10)
  
• Rail Yard Dawgs to meet Ice Bears in President's Cup quarterfinals - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (April 6)
  
• Rail Yard Dawgs outlast Ice Bears in overtime, lock up No. 3 seed for playoffs - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (April 5)
  
• Quad City Storm roll into postseason with win over Knoxville - SPHL Quad City Times (March 30)
  
• Quad City Storm defeat Ice Bears 4-1 and clinch playoffs - SPHL KWQC (March 30)
  
• Storm changes brewing as 37-year-old Hudson bids farewell - SPHL Quad City Times (March 29)
  
• Ice Bears edge Rail Yard Dawgs - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 22)
  
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