Pelham Hosts Hockey's Version Of The Iron Bowl March 4

PELHAM, AL - Pelham will host hockey's version of the Iron Bowl next month, dubbed the "Iron Cup." Alabama and Auburn will face off - literally - March 4 at the Pelham Civic Complex at 2 p.m.

The University of Alabama's hockey team is currently 20-9-1, and has only lost one game this season at home. The Frozen Tide competes at the ACHA Division I level, whereas Auburn competes at a lower level with several other SEC teams, in the Southeastern Hockey Conference.

Alabama and Auburn met on the ice for the first time in the 2010-11 season. The inaugural games of what has become known as the Iron Cup took place on Jan. 14-16, 2010. Throughout the series, Alabama has outscored the Tigers 160-38 and has not lost in 17 games over six seasons.

The programs name an MVP after the final game of the series each year. Zach Dailey took home the honor in 2010-11 and has since been followed by Sean Keeler, Andre Morard, Brian Puffer, Jeff Frenkel and, most recently, Dylan Teed.

Photo via Alabama Hockey Club