Atlantic Coast Hockey League

For the other league of the same name, see the Atlantic Coast Hockey League (2002).

The Atlantic Coast Hockey League was a minor league hockey organization that operated between 1981 and 1987. Beginning in 1988 the league merged with the All-American Hockey League to create the East Coast Hockey League (today the ECHL). The Wheeling Nailers of the current ECHL is derived from this league, as are the Victoria Salmon Kings. Jim Riggs (Commissioner) was the commissioner.

Regular Season Champions

 * 1981-1982: Salem Raiders
 * 1982-1983: Carolina Thunderbirds
 * 1983-1984: Carolina Thunderbirds
 * 1984-1985: Carolina Thunderbirds
 * 1985-1986: Carolina Thunderbirds
 * 1986-1987: Virginia Lancers

Bob Paine Trophy winners

 * 1981-1982: Mohawk Valley Stars
 * 1982-1983: Carolina Thunderbirds
 * 1983-1984: Erie Golden Blades
 * 1984-1985: Carolina Thunderbirds
 * 1985-1986: Carolina Thunderbirds
 * 1986-1987: Virginia Lancers

Seasons

 * 1981-82 Atlantic Coast Hockey League season
 * 1982-83 Atlantic Coast Hockey League season
 * 1983-84 Atlantic Coast Hockey League season
 * 1984-85 Atlantic Coast Hockey League season
 * 1985-86 Atlantic Coast Hockey League season
 * 1986-87 Atlantic Coast Hockey League season