Promotion

Search

Search Atlanta Gladiators Site

  1. Home
  2. News
  3. Asselin lifts Atlanta to dominant win in JAX
Thursday, October 31st

Asselin lifts Atlanta to dominant win in JAX

Asselin lifts Atlanta to dominant win in JAX

JACKSONVILLE, FL - The Atlanta Gladiators struck early and cruised to a comfortable 4-1 victory Wednesday night over the Jacksonville Icemen in northeast Florida. Sam Asselin shined with a 4-point performance as the Glads evened their record at 3-3 on the young season.

Atlanta struck just over two minutes into the contest, when Asselin and D Joel Messner found F Nick Bligh for his second tally of the campaign. With 6:25 to play in the opening frame, it was Asselin striking again. His unassisted goal doubled the Gladiators' lead before Maxime Fortier cut the decifit in half with 1:20 to play in the first period. 

Just over two minutes into the middle frame, Messner regained the two-goal advantage. Asselin and captain Derek Nesbitt assisted the Lorette, Alberta native to take a 3-1 lead. G Martin Ouellette's brilliant night in goal kept the hosting Icemen at bay. The Gladiators struck again less than two minutes into the final frame. F Eric Neiliey fed Asselin for his second goal of the night, giving Atlanta a dominant three-goal lead. Holding Jacksonville to a stifling four shots in the third period, the Gladiators' defense would not relinquish the lead. The victory brought Atlanta to a .500% winning percentage at 3-3 in the early campaign.

The Gladiators return home Sunday, November 3rd when they host the Greenville Swamp Rabbits at 2:05 PM. The day features a myriad of promotions, including the Sean Bonar sugarskull bobblehead that will be available to the first 2,500 fans. Patrons can also find a limited edition Dia de los Muertos long sleeve shirt at the official team store, while supplies last. Finally, fans can secure a VIP meet and greet experience with a select number of Atlanta United FC players by clicking here. Single game tickets for Sunday's game are available here.

FULL STAT RECAP

Upcoming Home Games

Full Schedule
Day of the Dead Night
Saturday, November 1st
Day of the Dead Night
Puck Drops:
7:10 PM EDT
Gas South Arena
Savannah Ghost Pirates
SAV Savannah Ghost Pirates
at
Atlanta Gladiators
ATL Atlanta Gladiators
Gas South Arena
South Carolina Stingrays
Atlanta Gladiators
Sunday, November 2nd
South Carolina Stingrays @ Atlanta Gladiators
Puck Drops:
3:10 PM EST
Gas South Arena
South Carolina Stingrays
SC South Carolina Stingrays
at
Atlanta Gladiators
ATL Atlanta Gladiators
Gas South Arena
School Day Game #1
Wednesday, November 5th
School Day Game #1
Puck Drops:
10:30 AM EST
Gas South Arena
Greenville Swamp Rabbits
GVL Greenville Swamp Rabbits
at
Atlanta Gladiators
ATL Atlanta Gladiators
Gas South Arena

Latest News

More News
Walther Strikes Twice in 4-1 Victory Over Grizzlies
Walther Strikes Twice in 4-1 Victory Over Grizzlies
Gladiators Capture Opening Night Thriller in Overtime with 3-2 Win Over Grizzlies
Gladiators Capture Opening Night Thriller in Overtime with 3-2 Win Over Grizzlies
Atlanta Gladiators Announce 2025-26 Season Opening Roster
Atlanta Gladiators Announce 2025-26 Season Opening Roster

Get Hockey Updates

Sign up for our email newsletter to be the first to know about news and upcoming games!