Bloomington Bison joining ECHL in 2024-25

[VaCaps Fan]

Ticket reps still calling?

 

[JMCx4]

BISON ANNOUNCE DETAILS FOR MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT​

Wednesday, November 6th

Bloomington, Ill. – Bloomington Bison President & CEO Larry McQueary announced today the details for Military Appreciation Night on Friday, November 8 at the Grossinger Motors Arena with opening faceoff set for 7 p.m.

The night features Bison players wearing specialty camouflaged themed jerseys to be auctioned off following the game. A portion of the proceeds from the auction will be donated to Veterans Maintenance Solutions.

Several pre-game elements will be featured such as a special National Anthem performance by an Air Force Veteran, a Color Guard presentation by the ROTC, and a ceremonial puck drop from a Marnie Sergeant who is a Purple Heart recipient. The Central IL Veteran Warriors will present the Garrison Flag during the National Anthem. In-game recognition will be extended to each branch of military and a Military Oath of Service will take place during the first intermission. During the second intermission, Veterans will participate in the ‘Shoot the Puck’ challenge to win a new car courtesy of Sam Leman Chevrolet.

The Bison have solidified a partnership with VetTix, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization assisting veterans to attend sporting events. AFNI and Lowe’s Home Improvement have participated in a ticket donation in conjunction with Seats for Service. Concourse Tables will feature each branch of military throughout the game.

Military themed merchandise is on sale now featuring stars and stripes and camo hoodies. Loud Cups and kid’s cup are available for purchase with $2 soda refills for each.

To inquire about purchasing tickets to donate to the local military or to purchase seats, call (309) 965-HERD.

 

[VaCaps Fan]

Solid promotion!

 

[No Fun Shogun]

I’m not usually a fan of camo jerseys, but for some reason something about those kind of works. Maybe it’s due to the camo being used as an accent rather than as a primary focus of the design.

 

[JMCx4]

I’m not usually a fan of camo jerseys, but for some reason something about those kind of works. Maybe it’s due to the camo being used as an accent rather than as a primary focus of the design.

A splash of camo on Abe the Bison's stovepipe hat would've topped off (so to speak) the theme. Speaking of which, we never featured the team's new mascot in this thread ...

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[VaCaps Fan]

I should have applied for the mascot job…

 

[JMCx4]

I should have applied for the mascot job…

You have to be able to skate while wearing a 50-pound headpiece & avoid getting tangled up in your tail. It's a more complex gig than you may think.

 

[VaCaps Fan]

Yeah I didn’t meet the height requirement…

 

[JMCx4]

Yeah I didn’t meet the height requirement…

Once again, size matters...

 

[VaCaps Fan]

You going back this year?

 

[JMCx4]

You going back this year?

Once was enough. Gotta pace myself.

 

[Smu fan]

From: The Boomington Bison > News

Apparently skating isn’t a priority for this coach.

 

[JMCx4]

Apparently skating isn’t a priority for this coach.

Are you referring to skating during game play, or during post-game open skates?

 

[Smu fan]

Are you referring to skating during game play, or during post-game open skates?

game play!!!

 

[JMCx4]

Another franchise first logged last Friday ... BISON CLAIM FIRST FRANCHISE HOME VICTORY

 

[JMCx4]

A feature story from the Bison ... CHONGMIN LEE: BREAKING BOUNDARIES IN THE ECHL

 

[JMCx4]

Don't look now (OK, you can look ...), but the Bison are not cellar dwellers in the Central Division. The Herd are rumbling ... ECHL Standings

 

[JMCx4]

From: Inside The Rink

ECHL: Bloomington Bison Trade for Forward PJ Fletcher | 12/11/2024
Karen Zehner December 11, 2024

The Bloomington Bison announced on Tuesday that they have acquired forward P.J Fletcher from the Atlanta Gladiators in exchange for future considerations.

Fletcher, 23, has played 18 games this season with the Gladiators, recording four points (one goal, three assists) and eight penalty minutes.

Originally from Dana Point, California, Fletcher played 36 games last season with Miami University (Ohio), where he tallied 23 points. ...

Read more at: ECHL: Bloomington Bison Trade for Forward PJ Fletcher | 12/11/2024

 

[GindyDraws]

Don't look now (OK, you can look ...), but the Bison are not cellar dwellers in the Central Division. The Herd are rumbling ... ECHL Standings

I want the Bison to do good, but not too good. Indy has to come first as an Indy fan first and foremost.

 

[JMCx4]

I want the Bison to do good, but not too good. Indy has to come first as an Indy fan first and foremost.

Apparently the Fuel didn't get your memo before they were swept in a pair in their debut weekend on new home ice by the Heartlanders.

 

[VaCaps Fan]

How does the arena look like on the inside?

 

[JMCx4]

How does the arena look like on the inside?

Ask Barry the Bear ...

 

[JMCx4]

WARNING: This is a Bloomington Bison thread. Let's not wander too far from the topic. [He says ... ]

 

[JMCx4]

Small milestones lead to bigger things?

Bison Hook Walleye In Convincing Road Win

Bloomington knocks off one of the ECHL's top teams with a big road victory.

Stephen Kerr
4 hours ago (11 January 2025)

In perhaps the biggest surprise of Friday’s ECHL action, the Bloomington Bison (14-16-3) took down the Toledo Walleye (24-8-4) 4-1 at Huntington Center.

The Bison goaltending was as impressive as their offensive output. Yaniv Perets stopped 41 of 42 shots in a dazzling performance, improving his record to 4-2-1 on the season.

Bloomington’s win stopped the Walleye’s five-game win streak, a span in which the team outscored its opponents 17-8. They managed only one goal on this night, but challenged Perets throughout the game. ...


Read more at:

https://thehockeynews.com/echl/game-day/bison-hook-walleye-in-convincing-road-win

| The Hockey News