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St Stephen Aces will play in Fredericton in 2019-2020 season. Wondering what the thoughts are on any impact on UNB fan base?
I don't think it will have a big impact, but some fans may opt to watch JR'A'.St Stephen Aces will play in Fredericton in 2019-2020 season. Wondering what the thoughts are on any impact on UNB fan base?
To be honest, I don't think it will have a huge impact. Different kind of game, different kind of fans. Those, now older, fans who used to go to Fredericton Express and Fredericton Canadiens games, but never come to UNB games, will probably show. They like the testosterone on display and all of the rough stuff -- they have always found university hockey too bland (because there is no fighting). Plus, I have heard fans go on about the old Fredericton Jr. Red Wings forever - we'll see if they put their money where their mouth is.St Stephen Aces will play in Fredericton in 2019-2020 season. Wondering what the thoughts are on any impact on UNB fan base?
They don'tIt will be interesting to see what kind of relationship, if any, they will have with UNB. I know there are some personnel connections there, but it’s not like UNB really recruits out of the MHL.