Atlantic Coast Hockey League
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This article is about the league operating from 1981 to 1987. For the later league, see Atlantic Coast Hockey League (2002–03).
The Atlantic Coast Hockey League (ACHL) was a minor league hockey organization that operated between 1981 and 1987. The league was founded by Bill Coffey.[1] The Bob Payne Trophy was awarded to the team who won the league playoff championship.[2]
Quick Facts Sport, Founded ...
Sport | Ice hockey |
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Founded | 1981 |
Ceased | 1987 |
CEO | Ray Miron |
President | Bill Coffey |
Country | United States |
Last champion(s) | Virginia Lancers |
Most titles | Carolina Thunderbirds (3) |
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According to a 1985 Montreal Gazette article, rookies were paid "$150 a week plus $35 for a victory"[3] and veterans were paid "as much as $300 a week." League regulations also said that half the roster (eight out of fifteen players) must be rookie Americans.[4]