Charlotte Checkers
Spectator SportsNorth Carolina, United States51-200 Employees
The Charlotte Checkers are a professional hockey team based in Charlotte, North Carolina, competing in the American Hockey League as the primary NHL affiliate of the Florida Panthers. They aim to deliver a quality, value-oriented hockey product to fans through a schedule of home games at Bojangles' Coliseum. The organization emphasizes a family-friendly game-day environment and maintains a commitment to the Charlotte community through broadcasts and local engagement. Now in their ninth season in the AHL, the Checkers are part of the region's professional hockey history as the South continues its tradition in the sport. The operation is best described as a mid-sized team supported by a dedicated staff focused on producing a solid on-ice product and reliable fan experiences. In August 2025, the organization named Cristiano Simonetta as Director of Broadcasting and Communications, marking a recent update to its media leadership.