From small arenas to the Stanley Cup, this is North Carolina hockey history
For decades, professional hockey has carved out a place in North Carolina—often overlooked, but never insignificant.
From the Charlotte Rebels in 1955 to the rise of the Carolina Hurricanes, the state’s hockey story is deeper, more complex, and more influential than most realize.
A Storm in Carolina is the first comprehensive history dedicated to every professional hockey team that has called North Carolina home.
Spanning nearly seventy years, this book explores the teams, players, and moments that shaped the game across the state—from short-lived franchises to championship-caliber organizations.
Built on meticulous research and detailed records, it offers a complete look at how hockey grew, adapted, and ultimately thrived in a non-traditional market.
Inside the Book
- Complete team histories from 1955 to 2022
- Statistical leaders and franchise records
- Coverage of every professional team in the state
- The evolution of hockey in North Carolina
Recognition
A Storm in Carolina has been recognized as one of the best professional hockey history books available today.
The book was named to BookAuthority’s list of Best Pro Hockey Books, and author Jeb Bohn received the Best Sport History Author Award at the 2023 Media Innovator Awards.
For Fans Of
Perfect for readers interested in hockey history, sports research, and the growth of the game beyond traditional markets.
Fans of detailed sports histories like The Game and Boys of Winter will appreciate the depth of research and comprehensive scope.
This is a book for readers who want more than highlights, who want the full story behind the teams, the leagues, and the evolution of hockey in North Carolina.
About the Author
Jeb Bohn is the author of multiple thriller and suspense novels, as well as works of nonfiction focused on sports history.
While A Storm in Carolina explores the evolution of professional hockey in North Carolina, his fiction delves into high-stakes investigations, conspiracies, and the personal cost of uncovering the truth.
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