The Milwaukee Timberwolves are set to make their debut in the Great Lakes Hockey League this October, bringing a volunteer‑run, semi‑professional brand of hockey to the region. The team will play a 20‑ to 30‑game schedule, with the inaugural home game scheduled for November 7 against the McFarland Killer Bees at The Ponds of Brookfield.
Community Roots and Affordable Access
Ticket prices hover around $10 for adults, with discounts for children, military personnel and seniors, ensuring that live hockey remains within reach for families across the Milwaukee metro area.
The league operates as a non‑profit, relying on volunteers for everything from arena setup to player development, and it crowns the regular‑season champion with the Don Kohlman Cup.
Co‑owners Sean Doyle and Tomi Vandergriff founded the franchise after meeting in a local bar, motivated by a desire to provide more ice time for youngsters and to create a community‑focused alternative to the more commercial American Hockey League presence of the Milwaukee Admirals.
Their branding leans heavily on Milwaukee’s visual identity, incorporating the city’s colors and the silhouette of the Milwaukee Art Museum into the team’s logo, while sponsors such as Chick‑fil‑A and Children’s Hospital help fund special events and outreach programs.
Beyond the games, the Timberwolves plan meet‑and‑greets, autograph sessions and a spirit squad called The Lunas, aiming to inspire the next generation of hockey players and to fill the gap left by limited local opportunities.