Pensacola Ice Flyers to Face Thunderbolts in Playoff Matchup

The Ice Flyers travel to Indiana for the final round one matchup of the President's Cup Playoffs.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 11:07pm

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The Pensacola Ice Flyers have advanced to the final round one matchup of the President's Cup Playoffs, where they will face off against the Thunderbolts in Evansville, Indiana.

Why it matters

The Ice Flyers are looking to continue their playoff run and advance further in the postseason, while the Thunderbolts will be fighting to eliminate the visiting team and move on themselves.

The details

The Ice Flyers and Thunderbolts will meet in Evansville, Indiana for the final round one matchup of the President's Cup Playoffs. Both teams will be vying for a chance to advance to the next round of the postseason tournament.

  • The matchup will take place on April 12, 2026.

The players

Pensacola Ice Flyers

A professional ice hockey team based in Pensacola, Florida that plays in the Southern Professional Hockey League.

Thunderbolts

A professional ice hockey team based in Evansville, Indiana that also plays in the Southern Professional Hockey League.

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The takeaway

This playoff matchup between the Ice Flyers and Thunderbolts will be an exciting conclusion to the first round, with both teams fighting to keep their postseason hopes alive.