Ice Flyers Re-Sign Forward Andrew Kurapov for 2026-27 Season
PENSACOLA, FLA — The Pensacola Ice Flyers announced today that the team has re-signed forward Andrew Kurapov for the 2026–27 season.
Kurapov returns to Pensacola after making an impact during the 2025–26 campaign, recording four points on three goals and one assist in six regular-season games with the Ice Flyers. The right-shot forward also added two points on one goal and one assist in three postseason appearances, providing an offensive spark after joining the team late in the season.
“Andrew is a player who brings a lot of versatility to our lineup,” said Head Coach Jeremy Gates. “He has the ability to contribute at both ends of the ice and understands the importance of playing within a team structure. He is an offensive threat with is shot and vision on the ice. He sees the game well and competes hard every night. We’re excited to have him back in Pensacola and believe he’ll be a valuable part of our group as we work toward our goal of winning a championship.”
A native of Corvallis, Oregon, Kurapov joined the Ice Flyers after beginning the 2025–26 season with the Knoxville Ice Bears. He recorded 14 points on seven goals and seven assists in 27 games with Knoxville before being acquired by Pensacola at the SPHL trade deadline. Kurapov also spent time with the ECHL’s Reading Royals during the season.
Kurapov began his professional career following a standout four-year collegiate career at Endicott College, where he totaled 118 points on 51 goals and 67 assists in 113 games. He was named the CCC Player of the Year in 2022–23 and earned First Team All-Conference honors that season. Kurapov also produced at least a point-per-game in each of his final three collegiate seasons.
With a full season in Pensacola ahead of him, Kurapov will look to build on his strong finish to the 2025–26 campaign and provide another offensive weapon for the Ice Flyers’ forward group.
“Pensacola is a beautiful place to play with an amazing community,” said Kurapov. “I really enjoyed my time with the Ice Flyers last season, and I’m ready to do whatever I can to help this team compete for a championship.”
The 2026–27 season will mark Kurapov’s first full season with the Ice Flyers after joining the club late in the 2025–26 campaign.
