New hockey team in DeSoto County, MS aims to revive fan interest

Pro hockey returning to Mid-South with new team at Landers Center

After the departure of the Riverkings in 2018, ice hockey is returning to the Mid-South this fall with a new franchise in the Federal Prospects Hockey League.

Professional hockey returns to Southaven

The Mississippi Riverkings played at the Landers Center for nearly 20 years.

New hockey team in DeSoto County, MS aims to revive fan interest

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Hockey is making a return to the Mid-South. The Landers Center announced that a new team is coming to DeSoto County in October. This comes after the "RiverKings" left the area back in 2018 after 26 years. The new team's owner says he hopes a renewed interest in the sport will bring [...]

Landers Center announces the return of professional hockey to the Mid-South

The Landers Center is set to announce details of a new partnership coming to the Mid-South Wednesday morning.

Professional hockey to return to Landers Center, Southaven Chamber says

The Southaven Chamber of Commerce said professional hockey is returning to the Mid-South with the Landers Center set to host games, and local leaders called the move an economic boost for DeSoto County.

Professional hockey returning to Southaven after near-decade hiatus

Professional hockey is returning to Southaven after a nearly decade-long hiatus. Officials with the Landers Center announced Wednesday that a local team will be the 15th member of the Federal Prospects Hockey League this year. The new team is the second based in Mississippi in the league and will begin action on the ice in October. The Biloxi Breakers are also a member of the league. “This is a significant moment in our growth for DeSoto County.…