Hockey Takes Center Stage at Akins Ford Arena This October
Hockey is back in Athens, with a new season, a new professional league, and a major milestone all hitting the ice at Akins Ford Arena in Downtown Athens, GA, this October.
The Athens Rock Lobsters will open their third season in Athens with a pre-season matchup at Akins Ford Arena on October 10, against the Macon Mayhem, marking their first home game in the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL).
Meanwhile, the UGA Ice Dawgs are celebrating a milestone of their own, 40 years of hockey in Athens. The Ice Dawgs will continue their season on home ice throughout October, with five themed nights.
With both teams taking the ice at Akins Ford Arena this month, hockey fans in Athens have plenty to look forward to this October. Don’t miss out on the excitement. Get your tickets now at AkinsFordArena.com.
UGA Hockey Games at Akins Ford Arena in October 2026:
- October 15- Ice Dawgs vs Auburn University: Pink in The Rink
- October 16- Ice Dawgs vs Auburn University: Western Night
- October 25- Ice Dawgs vs Boston College: First Responders Night
- October 29- Ice Dawgs vs University of Florida: Fright Night
- October 30- Ice Dawgs vs University of Florida: Community and Youth Night
Athens Rock Lobsters Hockey at Akins Ford Arena in October 2026:
- October 10- Athens Rock Lobsters Pre-Season Matchup vs Macon Mayhem
- October 16- Athens Rock Lobsters vs Macon Mayhem
- October 23- Athens Rock Lobsters vs Macon Mayhem
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