Comets Re-Sign Rookie Goalkeeper Julio Coronado

August 21, 2025 - The Kansas City Comets have announced the re-signing of rookie goalkeeper Julio Coronado to a one-year contract. As per team and league policies, the terms of the deal were not disclosed. Coronado signed his first Major Arena Soccer League contract with the Comets last season after completing his collegiate career at Ottawa University. Following an impressive rookie season, the 22-year-old has earned the coaching staff's trust to sign an extension ahead of the 2025-26 campaign. "I'm blesse... Full Story

Comets Announce Partnership with AC Hotels Kansas City Downtown

August 13, 2025 - Kansas City, MO - The Kansas City Comets are proud to announce a new partnership with AC Hotels by Marriott Kansas City Downtown, making the stylish, modern hotel the official hotel partner of the Comets. Located in the heart of downtown Kansas City, AC Hotels by Marriott offers an elevated stay experience for both locals and visitors, featuring sleek European-inspired design, curated amenities, and easy access to the city's vibrant attractions. As part of the partnership, the hotel will ser... Full Story

MASL 2 Minnesota Blizzard to Serve as Official MASL Affiliate of Kansas City Comets

August 12, 2025 - MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - One of the Major Arena Soccer League's most respected and admired franchises, the Kansas City Comets, will partner with the MASL 2 Minnesota Blizzard who will serve as their official affiliate for the 2025-26 season, team officials have announced. The Blizzard will be starting their second season at the 5,000 seat Warner Coliseum on the grounds of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds in the Twin Cities. The Comets regularly lead the MASL in attendance at Cable Dahmer Arena and... Full Story

Kansas City Mavericks Announce Hiring of Holden "PD" Melgoza as Goaltending & Video Coach

July 11, 2025 - INDEPENDENCE, MO - The Kansas City Mavericks are proud to announce the hiring of Holden "PD" Melgoza as the team's new Goaltending and Video Coach ahead of the 2025-26 season. Melgoza brings over eight years of coaching experience at the NCAA Division I and USHL levels, having developed elite goaltenders and players through a strong foundation in mentorship, video analysis, and performance strategy. Most recently, he served as an Assistant Coach at the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, where he... Full Story

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• Comets Re-Sign Nathan Durdle - Kansas City Comets (MASL) June 6
• Kansas City Mavericks Statement on Riley Weselowski - Kansas City Mavericks (ECHL) June 5
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• Mavericks' Season Ends in Western Conference Final After 5-2 Game 5 Loss - Kansas City Mavericks (ECHL) May 24
• Mavericks Fall in Game 4, Face Elimination Saturday Night - Kansas City Mavericks (ECHL) May 22
• Mavericks Ride Special Teams and Second-Period Surge to Take Game 3 - Kansas City Mavericks (ECHL) May 20
• Mavericks Come up Short in Game 2, Face Uphill Battle in Toledo - Kansas City Mavericks (ECHL) May 17
• Four Comets Named to Team USA for WMF World Cup - Kansas City Comets (MASL) May 17
• Walleye Shutout Mavericks in Game 1 of Western Conference Final - Kansas City Mavericks (ECHL) May 15
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• Mavericks add forward with AHL experience - ECHL Independence Examiner (September 3)
• Mavericks add rookie goaltender Ian Shane to roster - ECHL Independence Examiner (August 30)
• Mavericks sign rookie forward Jackson Jutting - ECHL Independence Examiner (August 26)
• Mavericks bring back former NHL draft pick Luke Loheit for second pro season - ECHL Independence Examiner (August 22)
• Forward Jackson Berezowski who spent last season with Mavericks re-signs with AHL affiliate Coachella Valley - ECHL Independence Examiner (August 21)
• Mavericks add enforcer Kyle Pow to 2025-26 preseason roster - ECHL Independence Examiner (August 20)
• Comets' 'Nacho' Flores decides to retire to preserve health, spend more time with family - MASL Independence Examiner (August 19)
• Comets optimistic heading into 2025-26 season - MASL Independence Examiner (August 19)
• Mavericks re-sign defenseman Thomas Farrell acquired via trade last season - ECHL Independence Examiner (August 14)
• Kansas City Comets agree to make Minnesota Blizzard an MASL 2 affiliate for the 2025-26 season - MASL Independence Examiner (August 14)
• Mavericks bring back rookie forward Jimmy Glynn - ECHL Independence Examiner (August 13)
• Longtime Comets staple Ignacio 'Nacho' Flores decides to retire - MASL Independence Examiner (August 12)
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