Utah Mammoth unveil new Zamboni design: 'Zammoth'

The team repurposed an old Olympic ice resurfacing machine with a Mammoth-themed makeover.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:56pm

An expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors depicting a Zamboni ice resurfacing machine transforming into a Mammoth-themed 'Zammoth' vehicle, with tusks and other Mammoth features emerging from the machine in a dynamic, energetic composition.The Utah Mammoth's new 'Zammoth' Zamboni design blends the team's mascot with a piece of local Olympic history, creating an interactive fan experience at home games.Salt Lake City Today

The Utah Mammoth hockey team has unveiled a new design for its Zamboni ice resurfacing machine, dubbed the 'Zammoth.' The Zammoth is built from the same Zamboni used during the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics and features a sleek Mammoth-themed exterior with tusks. The team will allow up to eight fans to ride the Zammoth during pregame and intermission at their home games.

Why it matters

The Zammoth is a unique fan engagement piece that connects the Mammoth franchise to the city's Olympic history. It also provides an interactive experience for fans at games, helping to build excitement and team spirit.

The details

The Zammoth uses the same Zamboni machine that was used during the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. The team has given the machine a complete Mammoth-themed makeover, with a sleek exterior design featuring the team's mascot and tusks. Fans will be able to ride the Zammoth during pregame and between intermissions at Mammoth home games at the Delta Center.

  • The Zammoth will make its debut before the Mammoth's game against the Edmonton Oilers on April 7, 2026.
  • The Zamboni machine used for the Zammoth design was originally used at the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics.

The players

Ryan Smith

The owner of the Utah Mammoth hockey team.

Utah Mammoth

The professional hockey team based in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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What they’re saying

“Introducing the Zammoth - a fan mobile unlike any other. Hitting the ice tonight at the Delta Center.”

— Ryan Smith, Team Owner

“2002 → 2026 Built from the Zamboni used in the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Olympic Games, our Zammoth is a reimagined piece of Utah history.”

— Utah Mammoth

What’s next

The Zammoth will make its debut before the Mammoth's game against the Edmonton Oilers on April 7, 2026.

The takeaway

The Zammoth is a creative and interactive way for the Utah Mammoth to connect with their fans and celebrate the team's local history and Olympic ties. This unique fan experience is sure to generate excitement and team spirit at Mammoth home games.