Mobile Gets SPHL Hockey Team, Debuts at New Arena in 2027

Mobile gets SPHL hockey team, debuts at new arena in 2027

UPDATE (12:40 p.m.): Hockey is officially returning to the Port City. Zawyer Sports and Entertainment, the owner and operator of Mobile's new franchise, made the announcement on Wednesday, Sept. 17. The team will debut during the 2027-2028 season at the Mobile Arena, following the Southern Professional Hockey League Board of Governors' approval of the city's admittance application. "What's going to be inside that brand new arena? As you just hea…

SPHL expanding to Mobile, AL for 2027-2028 season

HUNTERSVILLE, NC (September 17, 2025) – The SPHL today announced that it will be expanding to Mobile, AL, following a unanimous vote of approval by the league’s Board of Governors. The team will be owned and operated by Zawyer Sports & Entertainment, led by CEO Andy Kaufmann, and is set to begin play in Mobile for the 2027-28 SPHL season. “I am extremely excited to welcome Mobile and Zawyer Sports to the SPHL,” said Commissioner Doug Price. “Havi