The Knoxville Ice Bears organization began in 2002 and was an inaugural charter member of the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL) in 2004. As four-time SPHL champions and five-time regular season champions, the Ice Bears are a highly experienced and established organization. The team offers the city and its visitors a balanced product of highlight-reel hockey, unique and exciting intermission activity and endless fan interaction. The Ice Bears truly present the most affordable, family-friendly way to enjoy sports and entertainment in the Knoxville area.