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08/11/2026
🏒🚨 SIGNING ALERT 🚨🏒
Looks like we’re doubling down on the Rules!
Welcome to the Jackson Generals, Joshua Rule, joining brother Caleb Rule!
The Rule Brothers have entered the building. 🔴⚪️
08/03/2026
August Schedule Posted at Optimist Ice Arena - OPTIMIST ICE ARENA Optimist Ice Arena Jackson Michigan
08/02/2026
🚨🎃🏒 HOME OPENER IS SET! 🏒🎃🚨
The wait is over, Generals fans! Hockey is back in Jackson as we kick off our inaugural season on Saturday, October 31st at Optimist Ice Arena!
👻 TRUNK OR TREAT: 5:00–6:00 PM
🏒 PUCK DROP: 7:00 PM
🎭 In-Game Best Costume Contest & Prizes
⚔️ Jackson Generals vs. Falcon Fraziers (Defending Champions)
Bring the whole family for a Halloween celebration packed with hockey, candy, costumes, and an exhilarating atmosphere as we defend home ice for the very first time against the defending champs!
Mark your calendars, wear your best costume, and help us pack the arena for an unforgettable opening night!
📍 Optimist Ice Arena
📍 Jackson, Michigan
07/21/2026
Staff Announcement - OPTIMIST ICE ARENA Optimist Ice Arena Jackson Michigan
07/12/2026
⛳🤝 The Jackson Generals are proud to welcome The Back Nine Golf as an official partner! 🏒
We’re excited to team up with The Back Nine Golf to bring together two great communities—hockey and golf! Whether you’re working on your slap shot or perfecting your swing, this partnership is all about supporting local businesses, growing our community, and creating exciting opportunities for our fans.
Be sure to check out The Back Nine Golf’s state-of-the-art indoor golf simulators and show them the same incredible support they’re showing the Generals. Together, we’re building something special for Jackson!
👀 And this is just the beginning! Keep an eye on our page for exciting announcements, including a Jackson Generals Winter Golf Outing, exclusive giveaways, contests, and more fun events throughout the season. You won’t want to miss what’s coming next!
Thank you to The Back Nine Golf for believing in our vision. We can’t wait to see what we accomplish together.
❤️ Welcome to the Generals family!
07/07/2026
Summer Learn to Skate program begins July 16th. Group #1 ages 3 and up, 6:30-7:05pm. Group #2 Figure skating and Adults (all skill levels), 7:05-7:50pm. For more information,https://www.optimisticearena.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Summer-reg-flyer-2026.pdf
07/06/2026
Summer Learn to Skate July 16th
Optimist Ice Arena Adds Summer Learn to Skate Program - OPTIMIST ICE ARENA Optimist Ice Arena Jackson Michigan
07/01/2026
Congratulations Carter Mazur!
MORE MAZUR‼️
The have signed Carter Mazur to a two-year contract with an AAV of $875,000.