Wikipedia - Auckland Mako

The Auckland Mako are an ice hockey team in Auckland, New Zealand, that plays in the New Zealand Ice Hockey League, the top tier of the sport in New Zealand. The team is based in Auckland and play their home games at both Paradice Avondale and Paradice Botany Downs, alternating between the two.

History

Founded in 2021, the Auckland Mako are the sixth team to join the New Zealand Ice Hockey League, and the first to do so since the Dunedin Thunder joined the four foundation clubs in 2008 and will begin play in the 2021–22 season. The Mako will split their home games between Auckland's two ice rinks in Avondale and Botany Downs, and will travel around the country to play away games against NZIHL opposition. The team's roster will mainly be made up of players under the age of 23, with additional veteran 'mentor' players to provide leadership, in order to help provide younger players with a pathway into the NZIHL.

On February 26, 2021, the Mako announced that they would have two Co-Head Coaches, Andreas Kaißer & A.J. Spiller, both of whom have former NZIHL experience. Spiller was also announced to be one of the nine initial mentor players.

The Auckland Mako is a professional ice hockey team based in Auckland, New Zealand. The team was founded in 2005 and has since become one of the most successful ice hockey teams in the country. The Mako play in the New Zealand Ice Hockey League and have won the championship title three times.

The team is known for its fast-paced and aggressive style of play, with a focus on strong defense and quick transitions. The Mako have a talented roster of players from around the world, including Canada, the United States, and Europe, as well as local New Zealand players.

The team's home arena is the Paradice Avondale Ice Rink, which has a seating capacity of 1,000 spectators. The Mako have a dedicated fan base and are known for their passionate and vocal supporters.

Off the ice, the Auckland Mako are committed to promoting ice hockey in New Zealand and supporting local communities. The team regularly participates in charity events and community outreach programs, and works to inspire the next generation of ice hockey players in the country.