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The Athens Rock Lobsters are a minor league hockey team. Based in Athens, Georgia, they are a member of the SPHL.

Athens Rock Lobsters Name Scott Burt General Manager & Head Coach

May 29, 2026 - ATHENS, GA - The Athens Rock Lobsters have officially announced the hiring of Scott Burt as the organization's new General Manager and Head Coach ahead of the team's highly anticipated transition into the SPHL for the 2026-27 season. The announcement marks another major milestone for the rapidly growing organization as the Rock Lobsters prepare for the third installment of hockey in Athens and usher in a new era of professional hockey at Akins Ford Arena. Burt arrives in Athens with an extensive background in professio... Full Story

Athens Rock Lobsters Officially Announce Move to the SPHL Beginning in 2026-27

May 13, 2026 - ATHENS, GA - The Athens Rock Lobsters today announced a historic milestone in the franchise's young but rapidly growing history, confirming that the organization will officially transition to the SPHL beginning with the 2026-27 season. The team will continue to call Akins Ford Arena home, maintaining the downtown venue that has quickly become one of the most vibrant and electric environments for professional hockey in Northeast Georgia. The move from the FPHL to the SPHL marks a significant step forward for the Athens org... Full Story

Rock Lobsters Part Ways with Head Coach & General Manager Garrett Rutledge

April 24, 2026 - ATHENS, GA - The Athens Rock Lobsters announced today that, following a comprehensive evaluation of the organization's current direction, the team has parted ways with Head Coach and General Manager Garrett Rutledge. Rutledge, who served as Head Coach and General Manager during the 2025-26 season, played an important role in leading the team through a pivotal year for the organization. During his tenure, he contributed to player development, team culture, and the continued growth of the Rock Lobsters brand both on and off... Full Story

4-Goal Third Period Crowns Crustaceans Continental Kings

April 10, 2026 - MONROE, LA - The Athens Rock Lobsters defeated the Monroe Moccasins 6-2 Friday night at the Monroe Civic Center, clinching the top spot in the Continental Division with the regulation win. Dustin Perillat got on the scoreboard just 37 seconds into the game with a beautiful drive to the net finished off by a backhanded shot past Tyler Masternak. Extending goalscoring run to eight in his last five games six minutes later, Casey Gerstein pulled the Snakes level after Yianni Liarakos found him at the backdoor from his knee... Full Story

• Athens Rock Lobsters Name Scott Burt General Manager & Head Coach - May 29, 2026
  
• Athens Rock Lobsters Officially Announce Move to the SPHL Beginning in 2026-27 - May 13, 2026
  
• Rock Lobsters Part Ways with Head Coach & General Manager Garrett Rutledge - April 24, 2026
  
• 4-Goal Third Period Crowns Crustaceans Continental Kings - April 10, 2026
  
• Athens Rock Lobsters Set Sights on Commissioners Cup - April 6, 2026
  
• Continental Clash Ends in Crustacean Overtime Victory - March 29, 2026
  
• Lobsters Fall against Twin City in First Overtime Loss of Campaign - March 28, 2026
  
• Ford's Hat Trick Burns Former Flock in 6-2 Athens Win - March 28, 2026
  
• Star Wars Night Brings a Galaxy Far, Far Away to the Tank on April 4 - March 27, 2026
  
• Rodeo Night Presented by Akins Ford & Wild Willies Rides into the Tank April 3 - March 25, 2026
  
• Pucks & Paws Presented by 23 Design Returns to the Tank this Sunday - March 24, 2026
  
• Rock Lobsters' Eight-Game Win Streak Ends with Loss to Columbus - March 21, 2026
  
• Rock Lobsters Sell out Stick It to Cancer Night - March 21, 2026
  
• Lobsters Down Monroe on St. Patrick's Day - March 18, 2026
  
• Crustaceans Fend off Late Twin City Rally to Complete Sweep - March 15, 2026
  
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League: SPHL
Home: Athens, Georgia
Website: Athens Rock Lobsters site
Schedule: Full Athens Rock Lobsters Schedule
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Sat., Apr 18	L	Athens 2 at Pee Dee 7 (Playoff Gm. 2)	Final
Fri., Apr 17	L	Pee Dee 8 at Athens 2 (Playoff Gm. 1)	Final
Sat., Apr 11	W	Athens 5 at Monroe 4	Final (OT)
Fri., Apr 10	W	Athens 6 at Monroe 2	Final
Sat., Apr 4	L	Indiana 4 at Athens 3	Final
Fri., Apr 3	W	Indiana 3 at Athens 5	Final
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• Huntsville Havoc to face 2 new opponents as SPHL expands to 12 teams - SPHL WAFF (June 1)
  
• Athens Rock Lobsters moving to SPHL next season - SPHL Fox 5 Atlanta (May 14)
  
• Athens Rock Lobsters joining the SPHL during the 2026-27 season - SPHL WAFF (May 13)
  
• Pee Dee IceCats sweep Athens Rock Lobster to win series - FPHL Florence Morning News (April 19)
  
• Photos from Pee Dee IceCats' first home playoff game - FPHL Florence Morning News (April 19)
  
• IceCats thump Rock Lobsters for 1st playoff victory - FPHL Florence Morning News (April 18)
  
• IceCats fall to Rock Lobsters 7-3 - FPHL Florence Morning News (March 13)
  
• Athens Rock Lobsters barely claw past IceCats - FPHL Florence Morning News (March 7)
  
• IceCats lose to Rock Lobsters on road - FPHL Florence Morning News (December 28)
  
• Pee Dee IceCats beat Rock Lobsters, end losing streak - FPHL Florence Morning News (December 27)
  
• Pee Dee IceCats lost 5th game in a row - FPHL Florence Morning News (December 12)
  
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