Loved everything about it. Seats were great but there really isn't any bad seats there. Lots of action and an awesome game.
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About the Youngstown Phantoms at Covelli Centre
The Youngstown Phantoms are a member of the United States Hockey League (USHL), the premier junior ice hockey league in the country. The Ohio-based team competes in the Eastern Conference, which they won during the 2014-15 season, and they were the league runner-up during the 2017-2018 season. In 2016, the Phantoms promoted assistant coach Brad Patterson to head coach. The team plays their action-packed home games at the Covelli Centre, a venue located in Youngstown with a seating capacity of 5,700 for hockey. The arena opened in 2005 and books a wide variety of music, sports and family-oriented events.
Youngstown Phantoms History
The Youngstown Phantoms franchise dates back to 2003, when the team was part of the North Division of the North American Hockey League. Initially, the team played home games in the Youngstown suburb of Boardman, at the Boardman Ice Zone. In 2005, the team changed its name to the Mahoning Valley Phantoms, the moniker it used through 2009. That same year, as the team moved to the USHL and started playing home games at the Covelli Centre, the franchise changed its name back to the Youngstown Phantoms. Over the years, the team has made playoff appearances in both the North American Hockey League and United States Hockey League, where they advanced to later rounds multiple times.
The franchise has been home to dozens of athletes drafted by NHL teams, including defenseman Scott Mayfield, who was chosen in the 2011 draft by the New York Islanders and still plays for the team, as well as forwards Nathan Walker and Maxim Letunov, and goalie Matthew Mahalak. Brandon Saad, a forward for the Colorado Avalanche who was part of the Chicago Blackhawks' Stanley Cup-winning team in 2013, also played for the Phantoms.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 12/22/14Covelli Centre - Youngstown Rating: 4 out of 5 USHL is great hockey!
by Anonymous on 12/9/14Covelli Centre - YoungstownThis was my first USHL game, I follow all levels of hockey and have frequently watched the Plymouth Whalers and the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League. A league that is considered (and I'll agree) the best developmental league in the world with the highest NHL draft prospects. The USHL however, is gaining recognition for being the 3rd best junior hockey league in North America. (Next to the OHL and WHL) Anybody who plays in the USHL has the skillset to play Div 1 college hockey in a year or two...heck probably even get drafted into the NHL. I went to this game because I wanted to see for myself just how good this league is and I picked the game in which the Youngstown Phantoms played the U.S. National U-18 Team. Mostly to see Auston Mathews who is projected to be the 1st overall pick in the 2016 NHL Draft. As soon as the game was 30 seconds in I could see that the pace of the game was right on par with Canadian major junior hockey. These kids play at a relentless pace that is unparalleled in any high school/ tier II or III junior league in the U.S. Excellent puck movement throughout, and very very fast transition from defense to offense in the neutral zone. Also would like to add this was a very physical game as well, at this level if you stop moving your feet for a second, you'll pay for it. If you consider yourself a real hockey fan, get out there and watch some of these guys play, your favorite NHL team will have some of them in their lineup sooner than you think.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Phantoms vs. Lumberjacks
by JD400 on 12/2/14Covelli Centre - YoungstownA very enjoyable evening for my wife, 4 kids and me. Parking cost reasonable ($5). Tickets at $24 each reasonable. Excellent quality hockey and fun venue with music, giveaways, etc.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Phantoms hockey
by chov5632 on 11/12/14Covelli Centre - Youngstownvery enjoyable was disappointed in the crowd thought the prices were a tad high
Rating: 4 out of 5 first phantoms game
by Anonymous on 4/8/14Covelli Centre - YoungstownGreat experience! The last game of the season was the first time we saw a phantoms game. We went with two other couples. We will definitely see more games next season.
Rating: 5 out of 5 great game!
by funkybunch5 on 1/22/14Covelli Centre - YoungstownLoved the game and the whole experience. Was my family's first hockey game and we can't wait to go back! Go Phantoms :)
Rating: 4 out of 5by Anonymous on 1/22/14Covelli Centre - Youngstown Would have been better if the Phantoms had won, but front row seats were awesome!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Phantoms and Lumberjacks!
by loganjon on 1/21/14Covelli Centre - YoungstownNot very competitive, but enjoyed our first Phantom game.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Phantoms hockey, less than an hour from pgh!
by Chuckie01 on 1/21/14Covelli Centre - YoungstownMy son and I attended our first USHL hockey game this weekend. What a GREAT time and at a fraction of the cost of attending the NHL. Parking was less than half, food was less than NHL venue and the ticket price? Ha ha ha ha about a 1/16 of the cost. Covelli Center was a wonderful, intimate arena... We'll definitely be back!
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 1/21/14Covelli Centre - Youngstown It was ok nice people and everthing was great i enjoyed my self and my kids love it
Rating: 4 out of 5by Anonymous on 10/2/13Covelli Centre - Youngstown Had a great time at the game with my family! This is a great family friendly activity and atmosphere.
Rating: 5 out of 5 My first Phantoms event did not disappoint!
by emarkov on 3/7/13Covelli Centre - YoungstownThis was our first Phantoms hockey game and it was truly amazing! Will definitely return in the future for more hockey action!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great game
by Smashmouth06 on 3/3/13Covelli Centre - YoungstownHad seats three rows back from the glass, but had amazing view for only half the game. We had to watch half the game on the big screen. Next time we go we will sit higher up.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Awesome
by Slavic2 on 2/26/13Covelli Centre - YoungstownGrandkids can't wait to go again, we sat right behind the teams and it was awesome watching them going on and off the ice - never a dull moment
Rating: 4 out of 5 Great time
by ToekneeLT on 2/10/13Covelli Centre - YoungstownTook my girlfriend an her boys, it was our first ever live hockey game. We had a great time. Only down side was , when ordering tix online I had no way of knowing that our seats were behind the player bench an they stand a lot the lol boys couldn't see, so we had to move to other seats, maybe you can show ppl online what the view looks like from different spots in the arena? Again tho, overall we had a great time!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Phantoms were on fire!!!
by casparghost on 1/21/13Covelli Centre - YoungstownThe whole family had a great time. Everything you would want in a hockey game!!
Rating: 4 out of 5by Anonymous on 11/26/12Covelli Centre - Youngstown Had a fabulous time building magical memories with our grandkids at this event!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Phantoms Game!
by Grandmama416 on 10/28/12Covelli Centre - YoungstownSeats were great. The family had an excellent time.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fantastic game!
by alcor77 on 10/17/12Covelli Centre - YoungstownVery exciting game, lots of action close score with the Phantoms winning in over time. Doesn't get any better than that.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Phantoms - Great Hockey at a Great Price.
by JCOhio on 4/27/12Covelli Centre - YoungstownI took my son to the Phantoms 2nd round playoff game. Where else can you get great seats right on the glass for $15. Great playoff hockey, and only ten minutes from home. My son had a blast. It was very disappointing though to see at least half of the arena empty. Y-Town needs to support this team better.