In reaction to the hiring of Welker, Head Coach and Director of Hockey Operations Jeff Bes commented: “We are excited to be able to add Billy Welker to our staff. I have known Billy for over 20 years, he has been successful everywhere he has been, and I always admired the job he did. He definitely has the experience and knowledge to help our players be at their best, and I can’t wait to get the season started.”

Season tickets for the 2023-24 season are now on sale. Call 812-422-BOLT or visit our website (www.evansvillethunderbolts.com) for details.

About Evansville Thunderbolts: The Evansville Thunderbolts is the area’s only professional hockey team. The Thunderbolts are a proud member of the SPHL. The team is owned and operated by VW Sports, L.L.C, a subsidiary of VenuWorks, Inc. www.evansvillethunderbolts.com