Had a great time!
by P. A. on 1/30/23Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5Went to hockey game and had a good time. Met nice fans up there and we be going back.
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About Knoxville Ice Bears
Knoxville Ice Bears at Knoxville Civic Coliseum
The Knoxville Ice Bears hit the ice for another exciting season in the Southern Professional Hockey League. The Knoxville Ice Bears play out of the General James White Memorial Civic Auditorium and Coliseum (usually shortened to Knoxville Civic Coliseum), which opened in 1961 and has a capacity of 5,937. Coach Jeff Carr replaced Mike Craigen before the beginning of the 2017-18 season. The Ice Bears are one of five teams playing in the SPHL, including the Birmingham Bulls, the Huntsville Havoc, the Macon Mayhem and the Pensacola Ice Flyers.
History of the Knoxville Ice Bears
The Marble City has had a decades-long love affair with hockey, with the Knoxville Knights playing in the Eastern Hockey League from 1961 to 1968, and the Knoxville Cherokees of the East Coast Hockey League from 1988 to 1997. Mike Murray was the Cherokees’ all-time leader in points, goals and assists before becoming the Ice Bears’ general manager in 2006. The Knoxville Speed of the United Hockey League played from 1999 until 2002, after which the Ice Bears were founded as a charter member of the Atlantic Coast Hockey League. After one season, the ACHL split into the SEHL (of which the Ice Bears were a member) and WHA 2, with the surviving teams from each league rejoining for the 2004-05 season as the Southern Professional Hockey League.
The Knoxville Ice Bears have been the most successful franchise by far in the SPHL, winning President’s Cup championships in 2006, 2008, 2009 and 2015, and William B. Coffey trophies as the team with the best regular-season record in 2005, 2006, 2008 and 2009. UFC fighter Scott “Hot Sauce” Holtzman, who hails from Knoxville, played two games with the Ice Bears in the 2007-08 season, before pursuing a career in mixed martial arts.
Last Minute Seats
by LMack on 1/24/23Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 4 out of 5Got GG. Limited view but overall a great experience. Don’t click in insurance. It charged me $40 even though it didn’t show at the end of my transaction.
LOVE IT
by Kwill on 1/24/23Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5Icebears games are our new favorite thing to do as a family...the announcer's voice is annoying, but not a deal breaker. Also, if you have trouble with stairs, stay away from the upper deck.
We had such a great time we bought tickets for another game
by R leight on 1/10/23Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5First hocky game for my family we loved it,we got tickets for another game before we left,Go Icebears.
Fun for everyone!
by GoogleAsmartA on 1/10/23Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 4 out of 5First time going to a hockey game. Not everyone else's though. Some awesome hockey fans in the crowd yelling at the other team and referees. It was highly entertaining. They also had fun interactive moments throughout the game that kept littler kids entertained. The star deduction came from long lines waiting to pay for anything at the arena whether it was merch, popcorn, or beer. My husband spent almost an entire period waiting in line for popcorn for one of our kids. Another lady asked other customers behind her to put back her shirts, because she decided she didn't want to wait in line anymore. The other "complaint" I have is a more long-term issue: It seems that the arena is outdated with small wooden stadium seats. Could do with some renovations (but minor complaints over all)! In other words, I recommend this event!
Great game
by Poonpruner on 1/10/23Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5First hockey game experience. Knoxville does sports right. Would definitely go again
Fun, but...
by DLT on 1/4/23Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 3 out of 5I wish you would announce that the event is family friendly, and to please refrain from chanting curse words and vulgar language. I like to bring my grandchildren but I may not do so again because of the fan language.
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by Hoohoo on 1/2/23Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5Great seats, can't wait to come back. Drinks are a little pricey. But overall good experience
2023 Family time adventure
by R. G. on 1/1/23Rating: 5 out of 5Wow!! What an amazing match between Ice Bears and Birmingham, although the Bears did not get a win they played their hearts out and gave it their all. It was our first time and to say we didn’t enjoy the breakout fights .. well would be an understatement! We loved everything about the match. Thanks for an exciting first time, we will definitely be back ❤️ P.s. The seats are more comfortable than the Seats at the Smashville arena! Go Ice Bears until next time… keep it cool 🥶
Decent facility, awesome announcer!
by Danmaster8 on 12/24/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 3 out of 5We are out of towners. The facility is decent. Food lines are excesively slow. The store area is located in a super awkward spot on a second floor hallway. Spectators always walking around/in front while game play is happening. Team play is great and quick though.
Great time
by JLFrancisco on 11/29/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5Always a great time, my whole family can enjoy! Kids that each game is always different.
Awesome game
by Elvispooh7 on 11/28/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5Game was pretty awesomenand they won which made it even better! The seats were great 👍
Always fun for the whole Family!
by Angie on 11/21/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5My 2 Teenage Daughter’s and I enjoy going to the Ice Bears games. They make it a lot of fun for everyone.
It’s not NHL, but it’s fun
by Donker on 11/8/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 4 out of 5I took my daughter and granddaughter to the game. It was entertaining and fun. The skill level is moderate but that’s to be expected. Go and have fun.
Great
by Kelsiem on 11/8/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5Such a great game and awesome athletes. Met the owner as well such a kind woman!
Dis Bears
by Ranlor on 11/7/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 3 out of 5Actually felt sorry for the Ice Bears - it really seemed that they are extremely under funded. The venue is like 100 yrs old and if you closed your eyes long enough you could hear and smell the rodeo going on. I mean these guys are playing a sport they love and not getting the financial support they deserve. Of course, they do lack some talent but not heart or desire.
Let's Go Bears!
by Wane Greetsky on 11/3/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5First time attending an Ice Bears game. Terrific service and accommodation by the Ice Bears staff. The atmosphere of game night and crowd enthusiasm made the experience special. The Ice Bears won 5-2. Great net minding by Poreda. Go see the Ice Bears play.
Great fun
by Liza on 10/24/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 4 out of 5We had a great time at the IceBears game. But the venue really needs to improve concessions availability. It takes a ridiculous amount of time to get a beer & a hot dog.
Wonderful game, loved it!
by Brenda on 10/24/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5Enjoyed the opening night game. This was our first time back in a few years and we had a wonderful time. Can’t wait till the Nov 4th game.
An event to remembet
by Robbie on 4/20/22Knoxville Civic Coliseum - KnoxvilleRating: 5 out of 5A great season. Sorry to see them get knocked out of the playoffs. Don’t want to let that overshadow a season of great games and wins.