Minor professional hockey leagues are the backbone of the NHL. These leagues over the years have served as training grounds for the NHL teams. Entertaining hockey in their own right and offering non NHL players a chance to earn a living.

Southern Hockey League (1995-1996)

The Southern Hockey League (1995-1996) was formed in 1995 when the Sunshine Hockey League league decided to change its name. The was in part to reflect the expansion outside of the state of Florida. The league ceased operations after just one season.

Southern Hockey League (1995-1996) Franchises

Daytona Beach Breakers (1995-1996)
Huntsville Channel Cats (1995-1996)
Jacksonville Bullets (1995-1996)
Lakeland Prowlers (1995-1996)
Winston-Salem Mammoths (1995-1996)
West Palm Beach Barracudas (1995-1996)

Southern Hockey League (1995-1996) Champions

Year
Playoff Champion
Season Champion
 
1976
Huntsville Channel Cats
Lakeland Prowlers

Southern Hockey League (1995-1996) Season

1976 Season
GP
W
L
T
GF
GA
PTs
               
Lakeland Prowlers
60
41
13
6
342
229
88
Daytona-Beach Breakers
60
33
20
7
297
251
73
Winston-Salem Mammoths
60
30
23
7
273
274
67
Huntsville Channel Cats
60
27
31
2
274
294
56
West-Palm-Beach Barracudas
60
26
32
2
251
251
54
Jacksonville Bullets
60
23
33
4
282
282
50