
Augusta’s New Hockey Team Embraces the Lynx Identity
The Augusta hockey franchise has chosen the name Lynx, reviving a beloved piece of the city's sports heritage and winning early approval from the community.
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The Augusta hockey franchise has chosen the name Lynx, reviving a beloved piece of the city's sports heritage and winning early approval from the community.

The Augusta Lynx, a new East Coast Hockey League team, was introduced at the Augusta Convention Center on May 26, revealing a name that honors the city's hockey past and a schedule that aims for a 2027 arena debut.
The professional hockey franchise, revived through fan voting, will debut in the East Coast Hockey League and play at a new 10,500-seat arena.

The newly christened Augusta Lynx, the 32nd member of the ECHL, revealed its name and logo in a ceremony that highlighted local input and the vision of owners Tim Tebow and David Hodges.

The upcoming Augusta Pro Hockey team will begin ECHL play in October 2027, marking a significant addition to the league's growth and the city's sports landscape.

The U.S. Senior Men’s Over-40 National Team is concluding a training camp in Augusta, Georgia, where youth clinics and friendly matches precede their participation in the Seniors World Cup in Thailand from June 1‑6.