Stingrays Cruise Past Solar Bears in Lopsided Victory

South Carolina hockey team bounces back from shutout loss with dominant performance against Orlando rivals.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 5:14am

The South Carolina Stingrays scored twice in the first period and three more times in the third to defeat the Orlando Solar Bears 5-1 in a lopsided ECHL hockey matchup. The Stingrays were looking to rebound after being shut out in their previous game.

Why it matters

This win helps the Stingrays maintain their position in the ECHL standings as they push for a playoff spot, while the loss is another setback for the struggling Solar Bears who have had a difficult season so far.

The details

The Stingrays jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the first period and then pulled away with three more goals in the third period to cruise to the 5-1 victory over their in-state rivals, the Orlando Solar Bears.

  • The game took place on April 5, 2026.
  • The Stingrays scored twice in the first period.

The players

South Carolina Stingrays

An ECHL professional ice hockey team based in North Charleston, South Carolina.

Orlando Solar Bears

An ECHL professional ice hockey team based in Orlando, Florida.

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The takeaway

This lopsided victory over a division rival shows the Stingrays have the offensive firepower to bounce back from a tough loss and keep pace in the ECHL playoff race, while the Solar Bears' struggles continue as they try to turn their season around.