Dayton Gems (2009–2012)

The Dayton Gems were a minor professional ice hockey team based in Dayton, Ohio, in the Central Hockey League. The team was originally a member of the International Hockey League before it merged into the CHL in 2010. The team played their home games at the Hara Arena in nearby Trotwood.

For other uses, see Dayton Gems (disambiguation).
Dayton Gems
CityDayton, Ohio
LeagueCentral Hockey League
ConferenceTurner
Founded2009
Home arenaHara Arena
ColorsBlue, red, white
Owner(s)GDHP, LLC (Rob Garfield, Kathy Rupp & Dr. Paul Nitz)
Franchise history
2009–2010Dayton Gems (IHL)
2010–2012Dayton Gems (CHL)

History

The team was established in 2009 and joined the International Hockey League (IHL) for the 2009–10 season. The team was named after the original Dayton Gems of the former International Hockey League. Their acceptance into the IHL was officially announced on June 9, 2009.[1] On June 15, 2009, the Gems named John Marks as head coach.[2]

On December 2, 2009, the IHL Board of Governors announced that it had terminated the ownership group of the Dayton Gems and had taken ownership of the team while new local ownership group is pursued.[3] The Dayton Gems were taken over by a local ownership group GDHP, LLC, led by Rob Garfield, in January 2010. The other two owners were Kathy Rupp and Dr. Paul Nitz. On April 23, the Gems owners announced that John Marks was fired as head coach after one season.[4]

On June 1, 2010, the International Hockey League announced that they were joining the Central Hockey League (CHL).[5] On July 7, the Dayton Gems announced that Brian Gratz would be the new head coach and general manager.[6] On July 19, the 2010–11 Dayton Gems jerseys were revealed after they were voted on by the fans,[7] as well as the first ten players signed for the season.[8][9]

On May 17, 2012, the Dayton Gems ceased operations.[10] The Gems were replaced by the Dayton Demonz of the Federal Hockey League for the 2012–13 season.[11][12]

Season records
SeasonGPWLOTLPTSGFGAPIMFinish
International Hockey League
2009–1076254655520026711067th of 7 in the IHL
Central Hockey League
2010–1166322956920120011028th of 9, Turner Conference
2011–1266232914601852289586th of 7, Turner Conference

Playoff record
SeasonGPWLOTLGFGAPIMFinish
International Hockey League
2009–100000000Did not qualify
Central Hockey League
2010–11303081228Lost in 1st Round
2011–120000000Did not qualify

References
  1. "IHL Welcomes The Dayton Gems". Archived from the original on 2009-06-13. Retrieved 2009-06-09.
  2. Gems' first coach played 10 years in NHL
  3. Infinity Pro Sports: Home
  4. Gems fire head coach after last-place finish
  5. Central Hockey League And International Hockey League Make Major Announcement - OurSports Central - Independent and Minor League Sports News
  6. Brian Gratz hockey statistics and profile at hockeydb.com
  7. http://www.daytongems.com/News/021.html
  8. http://www.daytongems.com/News/020.html
  9. Gems Add to Roster - OurSports Central - Independent and Minor League Sports News
  10. Cogliano, Joe (17 May 2012). "Dayton Gems hockey team ceases operations". Dayton Business Journal. Retrieved 18 May 2012.
  11. Dayton Pro Hockey Press Conference Recap
  12. "Federal Hockey League: Dayton". Archived from the original on 2012-07-19. Retrieved 2012-06-15.
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