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The Twin City Thunderbirds are a minor league hockey team. Based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, they are a member of the Federal Prospects Hockey League.

Jon Buttitta Named Head Coach of Thunderbirds

April 20, 2026 - WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Jon Buttitta has been named Head Coach of the Twin City Thunderbirds, and is set to lead the franchise into the 2026-2027 season. Buttitta previously served as the team's Player Assistant Coach and Captain, and will move into a permanent role behind the bench following the departure of Steve Harrison. In addition to Buttitta's elevated role as the Head Coach of Thunderbirds, current Twin City forward Zach White has been named the team's new Player Assistant Coach. Former Thunderbirds defenseman Tucker F... Full Story

Thunderbirds Announce Departure of Head Coach Harrison

April 17, 2026 - WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - The Twin City Thunderbirds organization has announced today, that following a comprehensive evaluation of the team's current direction, the decision has been made to part ways with Head Coach Steve Harrison. Coach Harrison has served the Thunderbirds with professionalism and dedication for the past three seasons. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to the development of players and helped establish a strong foundation for the organization both on and off the ice. "We are sincerely appr... Full Story

Thunderbirds Complete Season with Thrilling Win over Bobcats

April 11, 2026 - WYTHEVILLE, VA - The Twin City Thunderbirds completed the 2025-2026 season with a thrilling come-from-behind 5-3 victory Saturday night against the Blue Ridge Bobcats at Hitachi Energy Arena. Twin City netted five unanswered goals, and ended the Bobcats' ten-game winning streak in the win. The Thunderbirds finished the season in 5th place in the FPHL's Continental Division standings, and posted an overall record of 26-29-1. Michael Mercurio opened the scoring for the Bobcats just over one minute into Saturday's battle. Me... Full Story

Game Preview: Thunderbirds Set for Final Game of Season

April 11, 2026 - WYTHEVILLE, VA. - The Twin City Thunderbirds are set for tonight's final game of the 2025-2026 season. The Thunderbirds are on the road to face off against the Blue Ridge Bobcats at Hitachi Energy Arena. Puck drop for tonight's game between the Thunderbirds and the Bobcats is scheduled for 7:30pm ET. Twin City (25-29-1) enters the final game of the season following a one-goal loss on home ice for Fan Appreciation Night last night at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena. Roman Kraemer, Connor Craig, and Jan Salak each nette... Full Story

• Jon Buttitta Named Head Coach of Thunderbirds - April 20, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Announce Departure of Head Coach Harrison - April 17, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Complete Season with Thrilling Win over Bobcats - April 11, 2026
  
• Game Preview: Thunderbirds Set for Final Game of Season - April 11, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Drop Final Home Game of Season - April 10, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Set for Fan Appreciation Night - April 10, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Drop Road Decision to IceCats - April 4, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Travel to Florence for Battle with IceCats - April 4, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Defeat IceCats on First Responders Night - April 3, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Set to Host IceCats for Showdown at Fairgrounds - April 3, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Win OT Thriller over Rock Lobsters - March 28, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Set for Atrium Health Night - March 28, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Drop Home Decision to Rock Lobsters - March 27, 2026
  
• Twin City Set for Home Series against Athens - March 27, 2026
  
• Thunderbirds Sweep Breakers at Fairgrounds - March 22, 2026
  
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League: Federal Prospects Hockey League
Home: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Website: Twin City Thunderbirds site
Schedule: Full Twin City Thunderbirds Schedule
Statistics: Full Twin City Thunderbirds Statistics

Sat., Apr 11	W	Twin City 5 at Blue Ridge 3	Final
Fri., Apr 10	L	Blue Ridge 4 at Twin City 3	Final
Sat., Apr 4	L	Twin City 2 at Pee Dee 5	Final
Fri., Apr 3	W	Pee Dee 2 at Twin City 4	Final
Sat., Mar 28	W	Athens 3 at Twin City 4	Final (OT)
Fri., Mar 27	L	Athens 6 at Twin City 2	Final
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• Winston-Salem Dash (SAL) - Winston-Salem, North Carolina
  

• Jon Buttitta becomes next head coach for the Thunderbirds - FPHL Winston-Salem Journal (April 20)
  
• Steve Harrison fired as head coach of Twin City Thunderbirds - FPHL Winston-Salem Journal (April 17)
  
• Winston-Salem, Thunderbirds agree to new fairgrounds lease - FPHL Winston-Salem Journal (April 14)
  
• Twin City Thunderbirds eliminated from FPHL playoff race - FPHL Winston-Salem Journal (April 6)
  
• Photos from Pee Dee Icecats' win over Twin Cities - FPHL Florence Morning News (April 5)
  
• IceCats fall to Twin City as playoff race tightens - FPHL Florence Morning News (April 4)
  
• Local pro hockey: Gonzalez totals 51 saves as Wolves bounce back to defeat Thunderbirds - FPHL Watertown Daily Times (March 1)
  
• Local pro hockey: Wolves beaten in wild game at Carolina, dealt fifth straight loss - FPHL Watertown Daily Times (February 28)
  
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