| DATE | OPPONENT | TIME | RESULT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 18, 2024 | @ Savannah | 7:30 PM EDT | |
| Sat, Oct 19, 2024 | @ Atlanta | 7:00 PM EDT | |
| Sun, Oct 20, 2024 | @ Atlanta | 3:00 PM EDT | |
| Sat, Oct 26, 2024 | @ Cincinnati | 7:00 PM EDT | |
| Fri, Nov 1, 2024 | @ Kalamazoo | 7:00 PM EDT | |
| Sat, Nov 2, 2024 | @ Kalamazoo | 7:00 PM EDT | |
| Sat, Nov 9, 2024 | @ Reading | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Nov 10, 2024 | @ Reading | 3:00 PM EST | |
| Wed, Nov 13, 2024 | @ Toledo | 10:35 AM EST | |
| Fri, Nov 15, 2024 | @ Wheeling | 7:10 PM EST | |
| Sat, Nov 16, 2024 | @ Wheeling | 7:10 PM EST | |
| Fri, Nov 22, 2024 | @ Bloomington | 8:00 PM EST | |
| Wed, Nov 27, 2024 | @ Utah | 9:10 PM EST | |
| Fri, Nov 29, 2024 | @ Utah | 9:10 PM EST | |
| Sat, Nov 30, 2024 | @ Utah | 9:10 PM EST | |
| Fri, Dec 6, 2024 | vs Iowa | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Dec 7, 2024 | vs Iowa | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Dec 13, 2024 | vs Allen | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Dec 14, 2024 | vs Kalamazoo | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Dec 15, 2024 | @ Kalamazoo | 3:00 PM EST | |
| Wed, Dec 18, 2024 | @ Bloomington | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Dec 20, 2024 | @ Fort Wayne | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Dec 21, 2024 | vs Fort Wayne | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Dec 27, 2024 | vs Fort Wayne | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Dec 28, 2024 | vs Toledo | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Dec 29, 2024 | @ Fort Wayne | 5:05 PM EST | |
| Tue, Dec 31, 2024 | @ Kalamazoo | 6:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Jan 3, 2025 | vs Kalamazoo | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Jan 4, 2025 | @ Cincinnati | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Wed, Jan 8, 2025 | vs Wheeling | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Jan 10, 2025 | vs Wheeling | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Jan 11, 2025 | @ Iowa | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Jan 12, 2025 | @ Iowa | 4:00 PM EST | |
| Wed, Jan 15, 2025 | vs Maine | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Jan 17, 2025 | vs Kalamazoo | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Jan 18, 2025 | vs Cincinnati | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Jan 24, 2025 | @ Bloomington | 8:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Jan 25, 2025 | @ Kalamazoo | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Jan 31, 2025 | vs Greenville | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Feb 1, 2025 | vs Greenville | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Feb 2, 2025 | @ Fort Wayne | 5:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Feb 7, 2025 | vs Wheeling | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Feb 8, 2025 | vs Kansas | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Wed, Feb 12, 2025 | vs Florida | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Feb 14, 2025 | vs Florida | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Feb 15, 2025 | vs Florida | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Feb 16, 2025 | @ Cincinnati | 3:00 PM EST | |
| Wed, Feb 19, 2025 | vs Fort Wayne | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Feb 21, 2025 | @ Bloomington | 8:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Feb 22, 2025 | @ Bloomington | 8:00 PM EST | |
| Tue, Feb 25, 2025 | vs Bloomington | 10:30 AM EST | |
| Fri, Feb 28, 2025 | @ Fort Wayne | 7:35 PM EST | |
| Sat, Mar 1, 2025 | vs Iowa | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Mar 2, 2025 | vs Iowa | 4:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Mar 7, 2025 | vs Fort Wayne | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Mar 8, 2025 | vs Wichita | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Mar 9, 2025 | vs Wichita | 4:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Mar 14, 2025 | vs Kalamazoo | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Mar 15, 2025 | @ Cincinnati | 4:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Mar 16, 2025 | vs Fort Wayne | 4:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Mar 21, 2025 | vs Cincinnati | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Mar 22, 2025 | vs Bloomington | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sun, Mar 23, 2025 | vs Wheeling | 4:00 PM EST | |
| Wed, Mar 26, 2025 | @ Adirondack | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Mar 28, 2025 | @ Adirondack | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Sat, Mar 29, 2025 | @ Adirondack | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Wed, Apr 2, 2025 | vs Toledo | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Apr 4, 2025 | @ Fort Wayne | 7:35 PM EDT | |
| Sat, Apr 5, 2025 | vs Fort Wayne | 7:00 PM EST | |
| Fri, Apr 11, 2025 | vs Kalamazoo | 7:00 PM EDT | |
| Sat, Apr 12, 2025 | @ Kalamazoo | 7:00 PM EDT | |
| Sun, Apr 13, 2025 | @ Toledo | 5:15 PM EDT |
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The Buzz from December 16, 2021
What’s new in Indy? What did you miss or forget about? We’ve got you covered!
Here’s the latest curated roundup from around the Circle City, December 16, 2021, Edition.
Christmas in Indianapolis
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Indianapolis Colts
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Indianapolis Crime
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- Indianapolis Highway/Intersection Takeover – Oct 4, 2021 (Jr’s Challenger)
Indianapolis Indians
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- 2019 Top Baseball Stories out of Indiana: Indianapolis Indians – Jan 1, 2020 (Hardy The Hat Guy)
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
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Indianapolis Zoo
- Indianapolis Zoo’s ZooBoo kicks off 40th year – Oct 6, 2021 (FOX59)
Indy Fuel
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- Indy Fuel at Wheeling Nailers Highlights for December 5, 2021 – Dec 5, 2021 (Wheeling Nailers Hockey)
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- Lightshow in Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana – Aug 17, 2021 (Retrippin)
- Things to do This Weekend in Indianapolis with Kids – Dec 9, 2021 (Indy with Kids)
The Buzz from December 15, 2021
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Here’s the latest curated roundup from around the Circle City, December 15, 2021, Edition.
Christmas in Indianapolis
- Christmas Night of Lights – Indianapolis Drive-Thru Christmas Lights 2021 – Nov 17, 2021 (Hoosier Boo)
Indianapolis Colts
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Indianapolis Crime
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Indianapolis Indians
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Indianapolis Public Library
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- Calls for Change Continue at Indianapolis Public Library – Aug 11, 2021 (WRTV)
- Slammin’ Rhymes XV at The Indianapolis Public Library – Nov 26, 2021 – (IndyPL)
Indianapolis Zoo
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- Indianapolis Zoo bringing new alligator experience – May 5, 2021 (WTHR)
- Visiting Indianapolis Zoo for the First Time – May 16, 2021 (Joel & Justina)
- Indianapolis Zoo Boo 2021 – Oct 7, 2021 (M-E-B Adventures)
- Fun with my family in Indianapolis Zoo – Nov 13, 2021 (P4pritam TV)
INDYCAR
- 1995 Indy 500 Bump Day – Oct 15, 2009 (NTT INDYCAR SERIES)
- 2021 Indy 500 Start From the Stands – May 30, 2021
- IndyCar Series: Indianapolis 500 2021 (Extended Highlights) – May 30, 2021 (NBC)
- I “Drove” An Indy 500 Winning Car! – May 31, 2021 (David Land)
- 2021 Qualifying Highlights for Big Machine Spiked Coolers Grand Prix – Aug 13, 2021 (NTT INDYCAR SERIES)
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- Indy Fuel at Wheeling Nailers Game Highlights November 7, 2021 – Nov 7, 2021 (Wheeling Nailers Hockey)
- Indy Fuel Game Highlights December 1 vs Fort Wayne – Dec 1, 2021
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Printable Indy Fuel 2021-22 Home Game Schedule (PDF)
Download the Indy Fuel Hockey 2021-22 Home Game Schedule as a PDF.
The 2021-22 Indy Fuel home game schedule consists of 36 hockey games played in the Indiana Farmers Coliseum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
Effective December 11, 2020, the Indiana State Fairgrounds and the Event Center will charge $10 parking per vehicle for all events held at the Fairgrounds.
Indy Fuel 2021-22 Home Game Schedule
The 2021-22 Indy Fuel home game schedule consists of 36 hockey games played in the Indiana Farmers Coliseum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
Effective December 11, 2020, the Indiana State Fairgrounds and the Event Center will charge $10 per vehicle for all events held at the Fairgrounds.
| GAME | DAY, DATE, TIME |
| vs. Cincinnati Cyclones | Saturday, October 23, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Toledo Walleye | Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Iowa Heartlanders | Friday, November 5, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Fort Wayne Komets | Wednesday, November 17, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Wheeling Nailers | Friday, November 19, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Kalamazoo Wings | Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Fort Wayne Komets | Saturday, November 27, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Fort Wayne Komets | Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Cincinnati Cyclones | Friday, December 17, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Kalamazoo Wings | Saturday, December 18, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Norfolk Admirals | Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Norfolk Admirals | Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Iowa Heartlanders | Sunday, January 2, 2022, at 3:00 PM |
| vs. Wheeling Nailers | Friday, January 7, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Iowa Heartlanders | Saturday, January 15, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Iowa Heartlanders | Sunday, January 16, 2022, at 3:00 PM |
| vs. Cincinnati Cyclones | Friday, January 21, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Kalamazoo Wings | Saturday, January 22, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Toledo Walleye | Friday, January 28, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Toledo Walleye | Wednesday, February 2, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Cincinnati Cyclones | Saturday, February 12, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Kalamazoo Wings | Thursday, February 24, 2022, at 10:30 AM |
| vs. Reading Royals | Friday, February 25, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Wichita Thunder | Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Cincinnati Cyclones | Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Wheeling Nailers | Friday, March 18, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Wheeling Nailers | Saturday, March 19, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Cincinnati Cyclones | Sunday, March 20, 2022, at 3:00 PM |
| vs. Wheeling Nailers | Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Fort Wayne Komets | Friday, March 25, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Kalamazoo Wings | Sunday, March 27, 2022, at 3:00 PM |
| vs. Kansas City Mavericks | Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Iowa Heartlanders | Sunday, April 3, 2022, at 3:00 PM |
| vs. Wheeling Nailers | Friday, April 8, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Toledo Walleye | Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
| vs. Cincinnati Cyclones | Saturday, April 16, 2022, at 7:00 PM |
Download the printable schedule as a PDF.
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Indiana State Fairgrounds Ends Mask Mandate EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUND MASK POLICY UPDATE
Fuel fans, please note that the Indiana State Fairgrounds and Indiana Farmers Coliseum have made an update to COVID-19 protocols.
Going into effect for tonight’s game (June 2, 2021)
Governor Holcomb announced last week new guidance around COVID-19 protocols for the State. Given this new guidance, masks will no longer be required while visiting the Indiana State Fairgrounds and the Indiana Farmers Coliseum for fully vaccinated individuals. If you are not vaccinated, all guests are encouraged to wear a mask and to follow CDC guidelines on whether and when wearing a face covering is warranted.
A LITTLE TOO LATE
Governor Holcomb should have done this PRIOR to the Indy 500, and after seeing the vast majority of race fans defy Mayor Hogsett’s mask mandate, INCLUDING Dr. Caine at one point while NOT eating or drinking, I think it was clear that the people have spoken! Enforce REAL LAWS then get back with us. We’re done.
DEAR JOE, TAKE THIS MASK AND SHOVE IT!
Open everything up already. We’re done with this BS. pic.twitter.com/R0Bm69P6M5
— Ken Avidor (@Avidor) June 2, 2021
That about sums it up pretty well.
Dear Joe, take this mask and shove it!
Indy Fuel 2019 Opening Weekend Home Games
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2019 – VS. CINCINNATI CYCLONES
Time: 7:35 p.m. at Indiana Farmers Coliseum. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Tickets: Avoid long lines at the box office by buying your tickets online at IndyFuelHockey.com!
Parking: Due to the “Christmas Night of Lights” show taking place at the Fairgrounds no parking will be allowed in the infield. To accommodate fans the Fairgrounds and Fuel staff have alternate plans to ensure all attendees have suitable parking. Fans can enter through Gate 1 and Gate 3 on 38th street as well as Gate 6 on Fall Creek Parkway. Parking attendants will be there directing traffic to help customers find the best spot available. For more information please go to indianastatefairparking.com.
Opening Night presented by IBEW Local #481 & PNC Bank: Be part of the action as the Fuel drop the puck on their 6th season! Indy plays their fifth game of the season and their first game at home against the Cincinnati Cyclones.
Bobblehead Giveaway: The first 2,500 fans will receive a bobblehead of Head Coach Doug Christiansen courtesy of Central Indiana Honda Dealers.
PNC’S Conquer the Cold: Bring items for preschool classrooms to help families fight the cold weather this year. Please bring: hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, tissues, hats, gloves and any other items that will help keep little ones warm and healthy.
Anthem: Blackhawks legend Jim Cornelison will be singing the national anthem to kick off the Fuel’s home season.
Fuel Do317 Night: Kick off your weekend with the Fuel and Do317! Take advantage of $3 beer and soda, $1 hot dogs and $7 limited t-shirts.
Postgame Autographs: Stick around after the game to meet the entire team during an autograph session throughout the concourse.
Broadcast Information: IndyFuelHockey.com, ECHL.TV
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2019 – VS. CINCINNATI CYCLONES
Time: 6:05 p.m. at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum. Doors open at 4:00 p.m.
Tickets: Avoid long lines at the box office by buying your tickets online at IndyFuelHockey.com!
Indiana Farmers Insurance and Friends: Join the Fuel at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum with our friends from Garfield to show our appreciation for our home rink in our specialty Garfield Jerseys!
Pregame Fan Fest: Arrive early for a pregame fan fest in the lobby and the concourse of the Indiana Farmers Coliseum, featuring music, face painters, a sketch artist and more
Post-Game Jersey Auction: Bid on your favorite game worn jersey!
Broadcast Information: IndyFuelHockey.com, ECHL.TV
SOURCE: Indy Fuel
Indy Fuel Anthem Singer Eric Wickens Has Passed Away
Statement from the Indy Fuel on the passing of Eric Wickens:
With heavy hearts, the Indy Fuel organization mourns the loss of our dear friend and anthem singer Eric Wickens. Over the last three seasons Eric has shared his tremendous talent with countless fans, staff members and players at Indiana Farmers Coliseum, and his friendly demeanor, passion for his craft, and his unforgettable voice will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and sincere condolences go out to Eric’s family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time.
Eric’s family has established the Eric Wickens Memorial Fund, which will help provide for his son’s college education. Donations can be made at any local Huntington Bank branch or via mail to Huntington Bank, 11640 Olio Road, Fishers, IN 46037.
Eric is reported to have passed away at the age of 48 from a sudden heart attack on August 12 after performing the national anthem prior to a baseball game.
Indy Fuel Reveal 2016 Preseason Schedule
The Indy Fuel, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks and the AHL’s Rockford IceHogs, announced their 2016 preseason schedule Thursday. The Fuel will meet the Fort Wayne Komets in a home-and-home exhibition doubleheader; starting on Friday, October 7 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, before shifting to Indiana Farmers Coliseum on Saturday, October 8. Friday’s game in Fort Wayne is scheduled for an 8 p.m. puck drop, while Saturday’s contest in Indy is slated for 6 p.m. ET.
All in attendance at Saturday’s game between the two in-state rivals will receive a 2016-17 Fuel magnet schedule. Indy’s preseason finale will be capped off with a post-game autograph session in the Indiana Farmers Coliseum lobby with the entire team. Tickets for the exhibition showdown are included in all Full-Season, Half-Season, and 9-Game Ticket Plans, and will be just $10 for the general public.
Announcements will be made in the coming weeks with more information regarding preseason and 2016-17 single game tickets, as well as the Fuel’s full promotional schedule for their third season at Indiana Farmers Coliseum.
The organization also announced Thursday the addition of Terry Ficorelli as the club’s new Director of Media Relations. A familiar voice to Indiana hockey fans, Ficorelli brings over 30 years and 3,500 games of play-by-play experience to the Fuel broadcast booth, where he will provide the call for all 72 games this season. The Detroit native spent the last six seasons in Evansville – serving as the Vice President of Communications, Broadcasting and Marketing for the CHL and ECHL IceMen from 2010-2014, before holding the same position with the NA3HL’s Evansville Thunderbolts in 2015-16.
Prior to arriving in Indiana, Ficorelli spent 15 years in Muskegon, Mich. manning the microphone for the UHL Fury and the IHL Lumberjacks, providing the call for four Fury championships in a six-year span from 1999-2005. In addition to the team success during his time in Muskegon, “Fic” became the first person to win both UHL Broadcaster of the Year and Public Relations Director of the Year honors twice.
SOURCE: Indy Fuel
Indy Fuel join ECHL’s Central Division
The ECHL announced the new divisional alignment for the 2016-17 season, along with a new format for the Kelly Cup Playoffs. Within the new league alignment, the Fuel join the Western Conference’s Central Division, alongside the Fort Wayne Komets, Kalamazoo Wings, Quad City Mallards, Toledo Walleye, Tulsa Oilers and Wichita Thunder.
As approved by the Board of Governors, the Conference and Divisional alignment for the 2016-17 Season will be as follows:
Eastern Conference
North Division:
Adirondack Thunder, Brampton Beast, Elmira Jackals, Manchester Monarchs, Reading Royals, Wheeling Nailers
South Division:
Atlanta Gladiators, Cincinnati Cyclones, Florida Everblades, Greenville Swamp Rabbits, Norfolk Admirals, Orlando Solar Bears, South Carolina Stingrays
Western Conference
Central Division
: Fort Wayne Komets, Indy Fuel, Kalamazoo Wings, Quad City Mallards, Toledo Walleye, Tulsa Oilers, Wichita Thunder
Mountain Division
: Alaska Aces, Allen Americans, Colorado Eagles, Idaho Steelheads, Missouri Mavericks, Rapid City Rush, Utah Grizzlies
With the ECHL’s 2016-17 schedule remaining the same, the Fuel will play a total of 33 of their 72 games within the new-look Central Division. Indy will meet Quad City 10 times (6 home, 4 road), Fort Wayne nine times (5 home, 4 road), Toledo five times (2 home, 3 road), Kalamazoo four times (2 home, 2 road), Tulsa four times (2 home, 2 road) and Wichita once on the road. Twenty-two of Indy’s final 36 games will be against Central opponents.
The first two rounds of the Kelly Cup Playoffs will be played entirely within the division, with the division winner playing the fourth-place finisher and the second-place team meeting the third-place team in the Division Semifinals.
The winners of each series will meet in the Division Finals, leading to the Conference Finals and Kelly Cup Finals. The new format will allow most teams to have a better chance of playing traditional rivals in the first two rounds of the playoffs, and to allow for more economical travel.
SOURCE: Indy Fuel Hockey