Swanson, Varsa Lead Rebels Past Tomahawks 4-1 in Series Opener
The Philadelphia Rebels earned a 4-1 win over the Johnstown Tomahawks Friday night at Hollydell Ice Arena, led by Marshall Swanson’s three-point performance and Ben Varsa’s 27 saves. The victory came on a special night as the Rebels kicked off the Ellie Koerner Leukemia Foundation Toy Drive.
Rebels Return Home to Face Johnstown Tomahawks
The Philadelphia Rebels (6-11-0-2) return home to Hollydell Ice Arena Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. to host the Johnstown Tomahawks (8-6-3-0) in the first meeting of the season. Friday’s game will also kick off the annual Ellie Koerner Leukemia Foundation Toy Drive
Rebels Rally Late but Come Up Short in Shootout Against Jr. Americans
The Philadelphia Rebels built a two-goal lead but couldn’t hold off a Rochester rally, falling 4–3 in a shootout on Saturday night. Michael Mathison, Brayton Frick and Broxton Ingle scored for the Rebels, while goaltender Ilja Nikitins made 33 saves in a strong performance.
Shaw’s Hat Trick Leads Rochester Past Philadelphia, 5–2
The Philadelphia Rebels struck first but couldn’t hold off a late surge from the Rochester Jr. Americans, falling 5–2 on Friday night at the Rochester Ice Center. Billy Sheridan and Charlie Spencer provided the goals for Philadelphia, while Ryan Shaw’s hat trick powered Rochester to victory. The Rebels look to bounce back in Saturday’s rematch.
Rebels Seek Redemption in Weekend Rematch with Rochester
The Philadelphia Rebels hit the road this weekend for a rematch with the Rochester Jr. Americans, looking to build on last week’s momentum after snapping a seven-game skid. Fresh off a 2–0 shutout win over New Jersey, the Rebels aim for redemption against a Rochester team that took both games in their last meeting earlier this month.
Wilson, Varsa Lead Rebels Past Titans 2–0 to Snap Seven-Game Skid
The Philadelphia Rebels snapped a seven-game losing streak Saturday night with a 2–0 win over the New Jersey Titans at the Middletown Sports Complex. Cam Wilson scored both goals, and goaltender Ben Varsa stopped all 33 shots for his first shutout of the season.
Titans Blank Rebels 3-0 Behind Nikolaev’s Shutout
The Rebels were held off the scoresheet in a 3-0 loss to the New Jersey Titans on Friday night at Hollydell Ice Arena. Goaltender Ilja Nikitins stopped 38 shots in the effort.
Rebels, Titans Set for Home-and-Home Clash
The Philadelphia Rebels and New Jersey Titans meet for a pivotal home-and-home this weekend. Philadelphia, on a six-game losing streak, will rely on Johnny Conlin, Charlie Spencer and newcomer Benson Grande. New Jersey enters on a two-game winning streak, led by Blake Jones and goaltender Tyler Rounds. Friday’s opener is at 7:30 p.m. at Hollydell Ice Arena, with Saturday’s rematch at 5:30 p.m. in Middletown.