Ditching the blue and gold, Atlanta reclaims its iconic visual heritage to bridge the gap between historic glory and a bold new era on the ice.
Readers, you did not time travel. The Atlanta Gladiators are bringing back a familiar look.
In a press conference and as the team prepares for the upcoming 2026-27 season, the Gladiators announced Thursday evening they are making a return to red. This reconnects the Gladiators with a color that has long been part of its identity.
A fresh change and going back in time gives Atlanta their classic look while also embracing the history of hockey in the city.
For longtime fans, red brings back memories of previous eras of Gladiators hockey and creates a renewed and stronger connection between the franchise's past and its future. The Gladiators adopted the blue and gold colors in the 2019-2020 season.
Photo Credit: Atlanta Gladiators A new season often brings change, whether it comes through the roster, coaching staff and expectations on the ice. This time, the change starts with the identity fans will see when the Gladiators take the ice. Atlanta is going back to red and back to a look that feels familiar.
The Gladiators will look to build a new chapter for the franchise while carrying a piece of their history with them.
