The Central Hockey League
The CHL is embarking on a milestone year beginning its 20th season in October/2011 with 14 teams playing across nine states.
During the 2010-11 season, the CHL drew more than 2.5 million fans with the Fort Wayne Komets, Missouri Mavericks and Wichita Thunder ranking 1, 2 and 3 in attendance average.
The CHL is administered by a wholly-owned subsidiary of Global Entertainment Corporation (Global Stock Symbol: GNTP), a company engaged in sports management, multi-purpose events and entertainment center and related real estate development, and venue ticketing. For more information about Global Entertainment visit www.globalentertainment2000.com.
Arguably the most significant change over the past 19 years came in May of 2001, as the Central and Western Professional Hockey Leagues joined forces at a press conference in Oklahoma that combined the top markets within both organizations under the CHL banner.
In the summer of 2010, another historic event occurred with the CHL and International Hockey League (IHL) affiliating to play under the CHL umbrella. Joining the CHL were franchises in Bloomington, Dayton, Evansville, Fort Wayne and Quad City.
Rapid City goaltender Danny Battochio
Central Hockey League Mission Statement
“To reward the interests of Central Hockey League fans and stakeholders through our dedication to continued improvement and excellence, while providing unparalleled service and performance as industry leaders in professional sports.”
