Eastern Kodiaks

The Eastern Kodiaks were an independent Junior "A" ice hockey team from Exeter, New Hampshire and played home games at The Rinks at Exeter. They were a member of the International Junior Hockey League from 2008–2012 and played in the New England Division of IJHL's Super Elite League. In 2012 they were a founding member of the Northern States Junior Hockey League (NSHL) but the team folded after one season.

Eastern Kodiaks
CityExeter, New Hampshire
LeagueNSHL (2012–13)
IJHL (2008–12)
DivisionNone (NSHL)
New England (IJHL)
Founded2008
Home arenaThe Rinks at Exeter
ColorsGreen, Black, and White
              
General managerRobert Harris
Head coachWayne Sheehan
Franchise history
2008–2013Eastern Kodiaks

History

The team was founded in 2008 and joined the IJHL for the 2009-10 season as an associate member the team played exhibition games,[1] and participated in the IJHL showcase tournaments and IJHL National Championship Tournament.[2] In 2010 it was announced the team would join the IJHL Super Elite League as a full member. The team was sold and became the Lockport Express, which continues to compete in the NA3HL.

Alumni

Junior ice hockey is the predominate supplier of collegiate, Major Junior, and professional ice hockey. The Kodiaks have produced alumni currently playing in various Division III and ACHA college programs.[3]

References
  1. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2011-07-21. Retrieved 2010-06-14.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  2. http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100316/GJNEWS_01/703169911
  3. http://www.easternkodiaks.com/page/show/5643-alumni-europe-trip
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