PHANTOMS NEARING 1000 GAME MILESTONE
The Phantoms are within eye sight of the team's 1000th league game. While the actual game to reach the team's millennium mark is not expected until the early portions of the Fall/Winter 2025-2026 season, the team has begun to work on a few projects prior to the historic game. We have added a new game counter graphic to the website as we begin the final push into the historic mark. Additional information on special events and special items planned as we draw closer to 1000 games will be announced in time. Currently, the team is working to secure a few roster spots for the upcoming Summer 2025 season and Fall/Winter 2025-2026 season. Based on a survey conducted by the team with it's
players, we expect 1-3 openings for upcoming seasons. If you are interested in joining the Phantoms, please contact Kevin Wootton at 231-638-1396 or fill out our new player registration inquiry form by clicking HERE. We are excited as we push closer to the 1000 game milestone, a milestone that very few teams are able to reach. We are unaware of any team in the area who has played in the amount of league games as the Phantoms have been able to accomplish. We are proud of our past and excited for the future.
BLACK VS. GRAY GAMES: THREE GAMES SET FOR 2024-2025
In addition to our normal men's league games, the Phantoms have had great success and fun during our team's Black vs. Gray games. For the 2024-2025 season, two games remain on the schedule. The Milwaukee Admirals and the UW Milwaukee Panther Arena will host a game on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Then on
Saturday, February 22, 2025, the team will head to Toledo and play in a Black vs. Yellow at the home of the ECHL's Toledo Walleye. The Walleye will entertain the Kalamazoo Wings that evening right after our game. On Saturday, March 22nd, Muskegon will once again host a Black vs. Gray game at Trinity Health Arena. Each game will also include a ticket to that evenings game of the home team: Saginaw event vs. the Windsor Spitfires, Milwaukee event vs. the Grand Rapids Griffins, Muskegon event vs. the Green Bay Gamblers. As with everything in today's society, cost for ice has climbed slightly in all venues, but we feel very confident that our games are operated at a cost low as possible compared to other groups that plan similar events. These Black vs. Gray games are scrimmage games that the Phantoms started playing in 2014 and continue with 2-4 games each year. These events are open to all players, of all skill levels, and we love meeting new members and skaters for a fun skate in venues that most rarely get the opportunity to play in. The team believes that while the games fun, it is the social interaction of watching a game after ours and hanging out at the bars after that make these events so special. Jerseys and Socks are provided for these games, we just ask that you return them after. Click the 'Black vs. Gray' icon above to learn more and to sign up. The Saginaw and Milwaukee events are geared around tickets to the Spirit and Admirals, if our group ends up with a lot of friends and family that come watch the Spirit and Admirals game in the evening, player costs to skate and attend the game will be reduced from the posted amount. If you have questions, contact Kevin at 231-638-1396.
STEVE CLARK PASSES AWAY FROM CANCER
Steven Clark, age 63, of Wyoming, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 after a courageous battle with colon cancer for the past year. He retired after many years from Spartan Stores. He enjoyed hockey, especially playing with his sons. He also enjoyed bowling, golfing, trying specialty and local craft beers. He was a handy guy and liked fixing things and woodworking. Above all, he cherished the moments spent with his family, especially the beloved Saturday gatherings where everyone was welcomed with open arms. His greatest joy came from the time he spent with his grandchildren, creating memories filled with laughter, wisdom, and endless affection that will carry with them forever. Steve will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 41 years, Sharon; children: Kyle and Jenna Clark, Matt and Nicole Clark; grandchildren: Axel, Lily, Quinn, Rylan, Holden; siblings: Sue and Paul Schemanski, Chuck and Cari Arnold, Bob and Michele Clark; niece, Michelle and Randy Flynn; many other nieces and nephews, and “adopted son,” John Polanco. He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Beatrice Clark, Raymond and Marion Narlock. A celebration of Steve’s life will be held Monday, December 30, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Walker Ice and Fitness Center, 4151 Remembrance Rd. NW, Grand Rapids. Flowers may be sent to the family’s home.
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DeBoer: 6 assists from 50 assists​​​​​​
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Barber: 12 points away from 100 points
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Kik: 12 points from 450 points
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Bender: 2 PIMs from 100 minutes
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Laux: 1 PIM from 250 minutes​
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​Potochny recorded his 50th Phantom goal on December 8
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Erickson recorded his 100th penalty minute on November 17th
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Updated 1-6-25
​FEB. 8, '25: Black vs. Gray game at Milwaukee! 8:00am-9:00am. Click HERE to sign-up or learn more information.
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FEB. 19 & FEB 21, '25: Cooper Marody and Lehigh Valley plays Griffins at Van Andel. More Info Coming Soon
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FEB. 22, '25: Black vs. Yellow game at Toledo. 3:30pm-5:00pm. Click HERE to sign-up or learn more information
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MAR. 22, '25: Black vs. Gray game at Muskegon! 1:00pm-2:30pm. Click HERE to sign-up or learn more information.