Opening Night Is Set: Rock Lobsters Return to the Tank October 25th

June 19, 2025 - Mark your calendars, Crustacean Nation-Opening Night is officially set for Saturday, October 25th at 7:05pm as the Athens Rock Lobsters return to the ice for their second season at Akins Ford Arena. After a landmark debut year in 2024-25 that saw packed crowds, thrilling victories, and a wave of community pride, the Rock Lobsters are back and ready to raise the energy even higher. The full 2025-26 schedule-including home and away matchups-is coming soon, but Opening Night will once again be a... Full Story

Athens Rock Lobsters Appoint Garrett Rutledge as General Manager and Head Coach

June 3, 2025 - Athens, GA - The Athens Rock Lobsters are proud to announce the hiring of Garrett Rutledge as the organization's new General Manager of Hockey Operations and Head Coach for the upcoming 2025-26 season. Rutledge brings a wealth of experience, a player-focused development philosophy, and a championship pedigree to one of the fastest-growing franchises in the Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL). Rutledge joins the Rock Lobsters following a successful multi-year run as both a head coach and senio... Full Story

Coach Martinson Returns to Allen

May 12, 2025 - The Athens Rock Lobsters proudly announce that Head Coach and General Manager Steve Martinson has accepted a new role with the Allen Americans of the ECHL, where he will serve as both General Manager and Head Coach for the 2025-26 season. This marks a return to Allen for Martinson, where he previously captured multiple championships and built one of the ECHL's most dominant programs. In a fitting capstone to his time in Athens, Martinson was recently honored as the FPHL's Coach of the Year, r... Full Story

Garrett Milan Named FPHL Most Valuable Player for 2025

May 2, 2025 - Athens, GA - The Athens Rock Lobsters are proud to announce that forward Garrett Milan has been named the 2025 FPHL Most Valuable Player, capping off a sensational inaugural season with one of the league's highest honors. Milan was a force all season long, finishing the regular season with an astounding 101 total points, including 64 assists, while averaging 1.8 points per game. His offensive production, speed, and vision made him one of the most feared playmakers in the league and a cornerst... Full Story

• Garrett Milan Named FPHL Most Valuable Player for 2025 - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) May 2
• Carter Shinkaruk Named FPHL Defenseman of the Year - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 30
• The Farewell Tour - Celebrate the End of an Unforgettable Season - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 20
• Thank You, Athens. What a Season. - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 19
• One Win. One Loss. One Final Chance to Keep the Dream Alive. - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 18
• Athens Rock Lobsters' Steve Martinson Named FPHL Coach of the Year - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 18
• Chaotic Start to the Playoffs Goes Columbus' Way - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 16
• A Night of Milestones Marks End of Rock Lobster Regular Season - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 12
• Athens Rock Lobsters Lock in #2 Seed - Round One Playoff Schedule Set - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 11
• Athens Clinch 2nd Place in Division - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 11
• Binghamton Split the Series in Athens - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 3
• Lobsters Claw out Victory over Binghamton - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 2
• 2025 Commissioners Cup Playoff Tickets Now on Sale - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) April 1
• Rock Lobsters Sweep Zydeco All Weekend Long - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) March 30
• Athens Rock Lobsters Sellout Star Wars Night - Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) March 30
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