Bethesda, MD – BIGGBY® COFFEE is excited to announce its fourth ice arena naming rights partnership with Black Bear Sports Group, Inc., with the addition of Arctic Coliseum Ice Arena, which will now be known as BIGGBY® COFFEE Ice Cube- Chelsea.
“We are thrilled to be partnered with BIGGBY® COFFEE and are excited to extend the brand in the Michigan market by adding BIGGBY® COFFEE Ice Cube- Chelsea to the existing line up of ice arenas, including BIGGBY® COFFEE Ice Cube- Ann Arbor , BIGGBY® COFFEE Ice Cube- East Lansing and BIGGBY® COFFEE Ice Cube- Brighton , “ said Murry N. Gunty, Founder and CEO of Black Bear.
“We are proud of the work we are doing with Black Bear Sports Group to support the youth hockey clubs as part of the BIGGBY® COFFEE Hockey Club ecosystem,” said Mike McFall, Co-Founder and CEO of BIGGBY® COFFEE. “What makes this partnership powerful is the way we are all working together to find new and better ways to grow the game of hockey in Michigan. We look forward to some big announcements in the future!”
About BIGGBY® COFFEE – BIGGBY® COFFEE, headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, is a national coffee franchise with over
440 locations across 13 states. Since opening its first store in 1995, BIGGBY® has remained 100% franchise-owned and operates under a fully franchised business model designed to help local entrepreneurs grow successful, community-minded businesses.
The company is guided by a people-first philosophy and a commitment to values-aligned growth — supporting franchise owners and baristas, creating positive experiences for guests, and partnering with coffee producers who treat people well, respect the environment, and invest in their communities.
In 2024, BIGGBY® introduced a refined visual identity anchored by the tagline BIGGBY® Makes it Better, reinforcing the brand’s dedication to consistent quality, human connection, and uplifting everyday interactions.
About Black Bear Sports Group, Inc. – Black Bear Sports Group is dedicated to strengthening hockey communities and expanding access to the sport at all levels. Founded in 2015 by lifelong hockey supporters, we provide a home for players, families, and fans by operating ice rinks, managing youth and junior hockey leagues, and creating development opportunities for athletes.
We believe rinks are more than just buildings—they’re the heart of the hockey community.
Through thoughtful rink management, structured competition, and a commitment to player growth, we ensure that the game remains accessible, competitive, and positioned for long-term success. Whether it’s keeping rinks open, providing high-quality leagues, or offering direct pathways for advancement, our focus is always on supporting the sport and all those who share our love of the game.
Beyond hockey, our rinks also serve as hubs for figure skating and other ice sports, ensuring that all skaters have a place to train, compete, and enjoy time on the ice.