Dayton Gems (2009–2012)
| Dayton Gems | |
|---|---|
| City | Dayton, Ohio |
| League | Central Hockey League |
| Conference | Turner |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Folded | 2012 |
| Home arena | Hara Arena |
| Colors | Blue, red, white |
| Owner(s) | GDHP, LLC (Rob Garfield, Kathy Rupp & Dr. Paul Nitz) |
| Franchise history | |
| 2009–2010 | Dayton Gems (IHL) |
| 2010–2012 | Dayton Gems (CHL) |
The Dayton Gems were a minor professional ice hockey team based in Dayton, Ohio, in the Central Hockey League. The team was originally a member of the International Hockey League before it merged into the CHL in 2010. The team played their home games at the Hara Arena in nearby Trotwood.