Lake Erie Monsters new jerseys

When the Lake Erie Monsters take the ice for the first time this season, the players will be suited up in newly-created, high-tech uniforms. The Monsters have released the design of their first-ever jersey, which is part of the AHL’s launch of the new Rbk Edge jersey.

Houston Aeros new jerseys

HOUSTON, Texas – The Houston Aeros have unveiled their new Rbk EDGE uniforms for the 2007-08 season. Aeros Rbk EDGE jerseys will be available to fans exclusively on Aeros.com later this month and at all Aeros home games. Jerseys can also be pre-ordered by contacting Jim Gadd at 713-361-7941.

Chicago Wolves new jerseys

The Chicago Wolves will debut new uniforms during the 2007-08 season as part of the National Hockey League and American Hockey League’s Rbk EDGE Uniform project. All 29 AHL teams and the 30 NHL franchises will introduce the new look in the coming weeks.The uniform features technologically-advanced materials and fabrics that are more breathable, more resistant to water absorption and offer greater range of motion for players. More than two years of extensive research, development and testing were performed by Reebok, with player feedback integral to the process.“In hockey, you are always looking for an edge and the advancement in equipment technology over the last couple of years has been amazing,” said Wolves General Manager Kevin Cheveldayoff. “I anticipate that the new uniform technology will continue the trend.”Chicago’s logo and team colors, which have been in place since the club’s inception in 1994, will not change.

Bridgeport Sound Tigers new jerseys

The Bridgeport Sound Tigers are proud to introduce the Reebok Edge jerseys for the upcoming 2007-08 hockey season. Prior to last season, the Sound Tigers changed their uniform colors to traditional New York Islander blue and orange, to match their National Hockey League parent club. This season, the blue and orange Sound Tiger logo will remain unaltered, combining with the sleek, new look uniforms. The jersey will incorporate the traditional tie strings in the front and maintain the secondary Sound Tigers logo on the right sleeve and the historic Islanders logo on the left.

Binghamton Senators new jerseys

The Binghamton Senators unveiled their new uniforms at a press conference this afternoon. The B-Sens, along with the other 28 American Hockey League teams, will use the Rbk EDGE Uniform System.

FLINT GENERALS, A FORCE TO BE RECON WITH

The Flint Generals of the newly formed International Hockey League (IHL) will have a much different look when they take to the ice for the 2007-2008 International Hockey League season. Last season in the United Hockey League the Generals road at the middle of the pack with a record of thirty-three wins thirty four losses and nine overtime wins, this just below five hundred hockey team will become a thing of the past once the first IHL season starts in October. With the new rules that have been brought into effect for the 2007-08 season it has given the Generals the opportunity to sign some big players. Five out of the nine players already signed to the Generals roster are over six foot, those five players include Defensemen Kris Mallette 6’4, defensemen Ryan Jorde 6’3, defensemen Brett Westgarth 6’2, forward Mike Alexiou 6’2 and left winger Shawn Futers 6’1. With size like the Generals have you know you’re in for a tough team. Goaltending and Defense will be key in Flint this season, big strong defensemen with two goaltenders like Chad Alban and Eric Marvin not many teams are going to put big numbers on the board against the troops. Chad Alban in all eleven pro hockey season has never ended a season under 0.800 save percentage. Chad has also had a low GAA having less than 4.00 for every pro season. Eric Marvin a second year third year pro and a former member of the Flint Generals lead the Laredo Bucks of the Central Hockey League to a Championship in 2006-2007. The Last thing the Generals need is some scoring to top off this great roster. This years team is shaping up to be much better than last season, size and aggressiveness was a problem last season but from the size of most of the boys on this team that will not be a problem. The Flint Generals fans will finally get what they have been asking for year, a tough mean scoring machine that could take them to Championship. Old time hockey is back in Flint and is here to stay!

B2 Networks Partners with Major League Roller Hockey

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - B2 Networks and Major League Roller Hockey (MLRH) announced today a partnership to show every game of the league’s regular and post season on the revolutionary broadband broadcasting network. When the puck drops for the Inaugural 2008 Season in April, the eight-team league will be the only professional Inline Hockey League in North America. "We are extremely excited to partner with B2 Networks to broadcast all of our league's games," stated Matthew O'Neill, MLRH Chief Executive Officer. "We know that this partnership will help give us a great deal of exposure and strengthen our league through B2 Networks' global audience."Fans wanting to watch MLRH games on B2 Networks will need a high-speed Internet connection and a current version of Windows Media Player. Games will be able to be accessed through http://www.mlrh.com/ and will be sold on an individual basis with special viewing packages to be announced at a later date."B2 Networks is proud to partner with Major League Roller Hockey for its Inaugural 2008 Season," stated Richard Brosal, B2 Networks Executive Vice President for Business Operations and Marketing. "The MLRH brand of full-contact roller hockey is an incredibly exciting sport, and we are confident that roller hockey enthusiasts will love tuning to B2 Networks to view MLRH's outstanding professional play." B2 Networks is a premier provider of reliable and secure international television and video broadcasting systems, pay per view and billing systems. Our network of arenas, stadiums, local venues, billing systems and data centers are currently in use to distribute live events to personal computers, mobile devices and television screens around the world. Working with organizations such as the National Lacrosse League, the AHL, ECHL. IHL, USHL and selected NCAA and NAIA institutions, B2 has established itself as a leader in innovative direct to home, mobile and television broadcasting. For more information about B2 Networks, visit http://www.b2now.com/ .

VERNIER TO SERVE AS COMMISSIONER FOR INAUGURAL SEASON

Grand Rapids, MI - Major League Roller Hockey (MLRH) announced Monday that David Vernier has been named the MLRH Commissioner, for their inaugural 2008 Season. Vernier will oversee the day to day operations of the league, including marketing and advertising efforts.Matthew O'Neill, President and CEO of Elite Sports Group, Major League Roller Hockey's parent company. "Dave brings a great deal of knowledge into this position. He is going to be a tremendous asset to MLRH, and we are glad to have him on board."Vernier has been very active in the inline hockey community for over 10 years. This past season he served as the General Manager / Player for the Michigan Rebels (MLRH) and represented the league in the Czech Republic in late July. "I am very excited about the opportunity that Major League Roller Hockey will have in the inline hockey community," said Vernier. "The lack of a true professional inline hockey league in the past 8 years has been very disappointing to a lot of people involved in the sport. We feel that the time is right for MLRH to return to full pro status and bring inline hockey back onto the map for the mainstream sports world."MLRH recently announced a broadband agreement with the B2 Network to televise every regular season game and playoffs throughout the 2008 seasonMajor League Roller Hockey's inaugural season of play will begin on April 19th, with 8 member clubs across the Midwest and East Coast. For more information regarding Major League Roller Hockey please visit http://www.mlrh.com/ or email MLRH at mailto:promlrh@mlrh.com?subject=.

PRO ROLLER HOCKEY IS BACK

MLRH Returns to Full Pro Status beginning April, 2008 Grand Rapids, MI - Major League Roller Hockey (MLRH) has announced that they will, once again, be the only professional Inline Hockey League in North America when the puck drops on their 2008 Season. “This will be the rebirth of professional inline hockey in the United States” says Chief Executive Officer Matthew O'Neill. “For several months we have been sharing our ideas with a number of associates throughout the hockey community, and we’ve determined that the time is right and this year is going to be something special.” MLRH will return to an April through August season and will remain the only full-contact roller hockey league world-wide. They will also continue their policy of only one team per major market. “It's the only way to present a high quality product” said O'Neill.“Beginning play in April also allows us to take advantage of several minor league venues with enhanced seating. Additionally, it frees up the best hockey players, ice or roller, from college and pro teams as well as some of the established players currently playing in MLRH.” A return to glory daysMLRH was founded in 1998 by entrepreneur Bill Raue. While MLRH operated successfully in it’s inaugural years (attracting as many as 10,000 fans at the Pond in Anaheim for it’s Championships), the league fell victim to the demise of a rival league and was brought down as pro roller hockey flamed out in 1999. “There were so many bad feelings when RHI folded with $40 million in losses that it was virtually impossible to play at the professional level,” said Raue.MLRH has operated throughout the Midwest and Eastern seaboard playing with primarily amateur players. “It was a good way to keep our name in front of the public,” said Raue. “We had a lot of fun but, realistically, we were not going to get back to the Glory Days depending on some of the guys that drifted through the league. The partnering with a professional ice league will add professionalism and commitment.”Under the agreement between Raue and the Elite Sports Group (ESG), Raue will retain the rights to MLRH Properties and remain involved with the league, primarily in a marketing and advertising capacity. “Matt O’Neill has a vision, great enthusiasm and a solid track record in business and I will do all I can to help him make it happen,” said Raue.The announcement of the 2008 MLRH Professional Season, has been a surprise to some inline hockey enthusiasts based across North America, but to the ice hockey brass, it has just been a matter of time. “It was nice to be able to have our guys keep in shape over the summer months, while being able to play in their hometown” stated a former United Hockey League Head Coach. “I didn't have to worry about the guys that were playing MLRH or RHI coming back to camp 15 - 20 pounds overweight. They came back ready to play.”O'Neill added, “We are working on a national television deal with a sports cable network and are hopeful that the 2008 MLRH Finals will be broadcast nationwide, with additional game of the week broadcasts in regional spots. We will play with 8-10 teams in major markets but they will be very, very good teams and a hugely entertaining product.”Elite Sports Group partner, David Vernier, will serve as the Commissioner for MLRH. “Dave is going to be our guy that puts a great plan into place; he was great at getting our camps and tournaments off the ground throughout the Midwest.” Vernier will be in charge of day to day operations of the league, including acting as a liaison between the numerous ice hockey Players Association’s and MLRH, as well as working closely with the owners and players of Major League Roller Hockey. “Dave is going to focus a lot of time and energy expanding out product across North America,” said O'Neill.League officials indicate that, to increase the competition, players will be paid for every win and receive a lesser amount for losses. Coaches will be paid with incentive contracts as well. Play begins on April 19th with the ESG Cup Finals set to wrap up the weekend of August 15 th.For more information on Major League Roller Hockey, email mailto:promlrh@mlrh.com?subject=

Jamestown Vikings Jerseys

The Jamestown Vikings of the brand new Mid-Atlantic Hockey League released there jerseys and logo at the teams press confrence in Jamestown, New York