Athens Crush
The Athens Crush will play its inaugural season at Akins Ford Arena in March 2027. The team is part of a franchise expansion by the Indoor Football League and brings a new era of football to Athens, Georgia!
Home Teams
Akins Ford Arena is the proud home of a dynamic lineup of teams that bring excitement, energy, and local pride to every game. From fast-paced hockey matchups to the high-impact action of indoor football, our home teams make Akins Ford Arena a true destination for sports fans in Athens and beyond.
Athens Rock Lobsters
As Athens’ professional hockey team, the Athens Rock Lobsters bring fast-paced, high-energy action to Akins Ford Arena. From thrilling theme nights to crowd-roaring goals, the Rock Lobsters always bring the excitement. Claws Up!
UGA Ice Dawgs
The University of Georgia Ice Dawgs are a proud tradition in Athens hockey. Known for their competitive spirit and deep fan support, the Ice Dawgs turn every home game into a celebration of school pride and athletic excellence.
Saturday, October, 10, 2026
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Macon Mayhem
Pre-Season Matchup
Thursday, October, 15, 2026
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UGA Ice Dawgs vs. Auburn University
Pink in the Rink Night
Friday, October, 30, 2026
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UGA Ice Dawgs vs. University of Florida
Community & Youth Night
Saturday, November, 7, 2026
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Birmingham Bulls
Military Appreciation Night
Friday, November, 13, 2026
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UGA Ice Dawgs vs. University of South Carolina
Prostate Cancer Awareness Night
Friday, November, 20, 2026
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
Peanuts Night
Friday, January, 29, 2027
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs
Greek Night
Friday, February, 5, 2027
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Peoria Rivermen
Meteorology Night
Sunday, February, 7, 2027
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Peoria Rivermen
Clawdius' Birthday
Friday, February, 19, 2027
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Birmingham Bulls
Hockey Romance Night
Saturday, February, 20, 2027
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Birmingham Bulls
Stick it to Cancer Night
Friday, March, 12, 2027
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Knoxville Ice Bears
Renaissance Night
Saturday, March, 13, 2027
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Knoxville Ice Bears
First Responders Night
Sunday, March, 14, 2027
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Quad City Storm
Capes N Crown Night
Saturday, March, 20, 2027
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Pee Dee IceCats
Classic City Night
