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Kyle Sharkey Named Eighth Head Coach in Marksmen History

May 2, 2024 - FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - The Fayetteville Marksmen, proud members of the SPHL, named Kyle Sharkey Director of Hockey Operations and the eighth head coach in team history Thursday. "Kyle Sharkey has put in the work for this organization over the past year and has shown a ton of direction for the hockey operations in Fayetteville," said Marksmen Owner and CEO Chuck Norris. "Aside from what he brings in hockey experience, which includes two championships in this league as a player, Kyle is a good man who values a winning culture... Full Story

Last Week around the Leagues

April 30, 2024 - This past week the New York Jets took CFL's Most Outsanding Rookie defensive back Qwan'tez Stiggers in the fifth round of the NFL Draft, three-time WNBA Champion and two-time league MVP Candace Parker announced her retirement, and the Peoria Rivereman won the Southern Professional Hockey League President's Cup Championship. Highlights from this week come from the Canadian Football League, United Football League, Indoor Football League, Arena Football League, Women's National Basketball Association, NBA G League, Southern Pro... Full Story

Ryan Cruthers Accepts USHL Head Coach Position

April 30, 2024 - FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - After a successful season on the ice, with many players seeing opportunities to advance in their careers, Ryan Cruthers has taken an opportunity to further his career and take a dream job in the USHL. Marksmen Owner/CEO Chuck Norris expressed his support for Cruthers. "While it saddens me to see Ryan and his family leave the Marksmen organization, I am excited for them to embark on their new experience. Ryan was tasked with enhancing the overall culture of the Marksmen Hockey operation and succeede... Full Story

Rivermen Announce Championship Parade and Celebration for Friday

April 30, 2024 - PEORIA, IL - The City of Peoria and the Peoria Civic Center will join the Southern Professional Hockey League champion Peoria Rivermen this Friday evening (May 3) in celebration of their second President's Cup championship. The celebration will start with a fire-truck parade at 5:30 pm, starting at the Gateway Building before traveling up Main St. to Jefferson Avenue, then from Jefferson to the Peoria Civic Center. The parade will end at the Peoria Civic Center Exhibit Hall A-B, where there will be a celebration for fans.... Full Story

• Kyle Sharkey Named Eighth Head Coach in Marksmen History - Fayetteville Marksmen (May 2)
  
• Last Week around the Leagues - (April 30)
  
• Ryan Cruthers Accepts USHL Head Coach Position - Fayetteville Marksmen (April 30)
  
• Rivermen Announce Championship Parade and Celebration for Friday - Peoria Rivermen (April 30)
  
• Harrison Steps Down as Ice Bears Coach - Knoxville Ice Bears (April 30)
  
• Rivermen Clinch Second President's Cup Title - Peoria Rivermen (April 28)
  
• SPHL Announces Suspension - (April 28)
  
• Hagaman's Historic Hat Trick Ties Finals Series 1-1 - Peoria Rivermen (April 27)
  
• Peoria Falls the Huntsville 3-2 in Game One of the Finals - Peoria Rivermen (April 26)
  
• Bulls Grab Nine Season Honors for 2023-24 - Birmingham Bulls (April 25)
  
• Birmingham's Carson Rose Named SPHL Most Valuable Player - Birmingham Bulls (April 25)
  
• SPHL Names Simon Boyko Rookie of the Year - Fayetteville Marksmen (April 24)
  
• Pszenyczny, Storm Part Ways - Quad City Storm (April 24)
  
• Birmingham's Hayden Stewart Named SPHL Goaltender of the Year - Birmingham Bulls (April 23)
  
• Peoria Rivermen Taking on Huntsville Havoc in President's Cup Finals - Peoria Rivermen (April 23)
  
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• Rivermen win 2nd President's Cup in three years, Hagaman named Finals MVP - NewsBreak - Peoria (May 1)
  
• Everything to know about the Rivermen championship celebration in Peoria - NewsBreak - Peoria (May 1)
  
• Peoria Rivermen celebration begins at 5:30 p.m. Friday - NewsBreak - Peoria (April 30)
  
• Knoxville Ice Bears searching for a new coach after interim coach resigns - WATE (April 30)
  
• Rivermen, led by their strong core of veterans, win their 2nd SPHL President's Cup in three years - WEEK TV (April 30)
  
• Despite unclear future, Peoria Rivermen attendance continues to climb - WEEK TV (April 30)
  
• Peoria Rivermen win their 2nd SPHL Championship in the last three years - NewsBreak - Peoria (April 29)
  
• Havoc fall 5-1 to Rivermen in President's Cup Finals - NewsBreak - Huntsville (April 29)
  
• Rivermen win SPHL Championship - WEEK TV (April 29)
  
• Huntsville Havoc fall in SPHL President's Cup Finals - WHNT (April 29)
  
• Huntsville Havoc fall in Game 2, Championship to be decided Sunday - NewsBreak - Huntsville (April 28)
  
• Havoc fall in Game 2 of President's Cup Finals, 6-4 - NewsBreak - Huntsville (April 28)
  
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