Gordon Goodenough
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Comparing Conferences – Which AIHL teams are impacted the most
The Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL) established a two conference system prior to last season. As the 2024 regular season nears its conclusion, Hockey Hype Australia looks at the numbers to see which AIHL teams are benefitting the most. Hockey Hype Australia published an article earlier this week examining what it will take for your…
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What will it take for your AIHL team to qualify for Finals?
Two teams have already qualified for the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL) Finals at O’Brien Icehouse from August 23-25, 2024. The Sydney Bears and Newcastle Northstars will be joined by four other teams. Earlier today, Tristan Metcalfe published an interactive AIHL standings predictor. Feel free to take a look, input your predictions, and tag us…
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Vlad Rubes returns to Sydney Bears, AIHL
Sydney Bears and Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL) icon Vlad Rubes made a triumphant return behind the bench on Sunday. The new Bears’ bench boss got off to a winning start as the team triumphed 4-2 over the Adelaide Adrenaline. Vlad Rubes is almost synonymous with the Sydney Bears, it’s hard to imagine an individual…
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Canadian Indigenous Northern Ice hockey team wrapping up successful Tour of Hope
As the 2024 Tour of Hope reaches its conclusion, Hockey Hype Australia reflects on the significance of the tour. Brisbane is the sixth and final destination of the event that has included stops across Australia and New Zealand. Kerry Goulet was inducted into the Manitoba Indigenous Hall of Fame earlier this year, along with Terry…
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Tyler Huberty and Sydney Bears mutually part ways, Vlad Rubes returns as Head Coach
The Sydney Bears made a shock announcement last night, stating that the team and Head Coach Tyler Huberty have mutually parted ways. Huberty departs with the Bears already qualified for Finals and sitting in top spot in the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL). Huberty boasts a coaching record of 19-3-1-1 in 24 games behind the…
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A Quick Guide to the NZWIHL
The New Zealand Women’s Ice Hockey League (NZWIHL) starts off this weekend, and Hockey Hype Australia is pleased to provide a quick introduction to the league. With four teams, the competition features a 12-game regular season leading up to Finals weekend in mid-September. The four teams are: Auckland Steel, Canterbury Inferno (Christchurch), Dunedin Thunder Women,…
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Sydney Bears’ new import Chris Kushneriuk to debut in Battle of Sydney
Hockey Hype Australia is pleased to announce the signing of import skater Chris Kushneriuk to the Sydney Bears of the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL). Kushneriuk will add skill and versatility to the line-up with experience playing forward and defence. The 37-year-old veteran will add his presence to an already deep Bears’ roster that is…
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IHA Announces Trans-Tasman Women’s Series Dates and Location
Earlier this year in March, Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) and the New Zealand Ice Hockey Federation (NZIHF) announced plans to incorporate a women’s series to the Trans-Tasman challenge. IHA has now announced dates and locations for the inaugural series. Hunter Ice Skating Stadium in Newcastle, New South Wales, will host two games between the Aussie…
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AIHL Finals Format Announced
The Representative Chairman of the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL), Mr Peter John Hartshorne, confirmed the 2024 Finals format on our live show, Hockey Night in Australia. Hockey Hype Australia is pleased to reveal arrangements during the final weekend of August. Governors decide top-three to qualify in 2025 Fans were already aware the top three…
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‘I want to take the team all the way’ – How Adam Kadlec’s hockey journey led to the Sydney Bears
Adam Kadlec’s hockey journey began in North America and he earned spots in the top junior systems. However, injuries affected his progress and Kadlec had to step away from the game. Now, six years later, he is attempting to re-ignite his career with the Sydney Bears. At the midway point of the season, Kadlec leads…
