QCS wrote:

Is there any city similar to Charlotte? Somewhat on the rise, looking to prove itself, maybe a financial hub?

Abrieden, part of the Bancana metro, is something of a cross between Anaheim, Charlotte and San Jose.

QCS wrote:

Steelman wrote:

QCS wrote:

Is there any city similar to Charlotte? Somewhat on the rise, looking to prove itself, maybe a financial hub?

Abrieden, part of the Bancana metro, is something of a cross between Anaheim, Charlotte and San Jose.

Neat! Is there any chance of them getting a team in the THL, or is it too much of a non-traditional market or maybe the Bancana metro isn't large enough for two teams?

While located in the Bancana metro, Abrieden is still its own unique place with a very historical downtown and such. It will definitely be in play for potential new teams in the area, which is plenty large for multiple teams. Much of it will depend on how the UHA progresses and if the THL can establish themselves there. Bancana is the 2nd largest city/metro in Torland, behind Alko. And sprawls well beyond what's on this map below:

Here's the map of the Bancana-Abrieden metro. Everything south of the Banor River is part of Abrieden.

QCS wrote:

About Torland itself, what is sporting culture like around the nation? Obviously hockey is big in the north, but where does baseball, soccer, football, basketball, etc. reign supreme? Is there a unique sport that Torland loves nationwide, like sumo in Japan or American football in the States?

The biggest sport across Torland is baseball, prominently played everywhere in the country on every level except perhaps the northwest where hockey still reigns supreme. But even then, baseball still has several semi-pro leagues in the area.

Hockey is huge in the north, particularly in the states of Alrene Isles, Galapetra and Tamokeva. With youth leagues growing and professional leagues heading south, Torland is seeing a rise in popularity in non-traditional hockey markets.

Soccer is also very popular, particularly across the southern half of the Torland. Leagues of every skill level and age are widely available. The international team is also considered to be quite talented.

American Football is popular but has a smaller following, with a professional league headquartered in Waterdee and the Southeastern area of Torland. The top universities play American Football which is more widely supported than the pro leagues as of the 70's.

Of the major sports, basketball is the smallest and least popular in Torland. However, there are some semi-pro leagues in the Southwest and western coast that have had some small success. But the universities don't focus on basketball which leaves much less talent available.

Many of the martial arts are popular in Torland, along with boxing. There are quite a few top-level professional promotions that are widely followed. Rugby is a growing sport as well. Tennis, golf, and volleyball are popular in the southern half.

1976 UHA REGULAR SEASON


The big storyline of the season was rookie forward Pete Lentini's exhilarating play as he seemed to skate and score circles around everyone else, leading the Kings to the top of the league and 44 wins. The “Big Lentil” was unstoppable and was a unanimous choice for League MVP and a bevy of awards as the team doubled up the next closest team on goals scored, at a rate of nearly 4 goals per game. Forward Bobby Sallee and rookie goaltender Randy Wiseman were the big benefactors of the Big Lentil's early exploits.

Dosa City bounced back from an injury-plagued first season to lead the East. Jerry Razzo had a great season along with goalie Alan-Edgar Fortier, who won Best Goalie. But a source of contention was a difficult chemistry between Razzo and Russian newcomer Adam Bogdanov. Just behind the Cyclones, Vensessor had a good season that flew under the radar as forward Jerry Haake was excellent and Zachery Guillory punched another All-Star season on the blue line.

Podangrad had a forgettable season due to a myriad of issues. Between injuries, canceled practices due to bad stadium conditions, questionable coaching decisions and bad puck luck, the Wolves struggled from the gate. Prestonburg also had a rough season but mostly due to an extended injury to goalie Chris Daniau. With the talented goalie sidelined, the Blazers couldn't keep pace although they kept fighting until the end. The Trowburgh Eagles, despite an atrocious season outside of Joaquin Outlaw's best efforts, snuck into the playoffs due to Prestonburg's struggles.


In Alko, legendary forward Gary Wisniewski still played well with a vintage season to help lead the Wildcats into the fifth seed along with a stellar performance in the net by Norman Dello. Ahead of them, the Reto Bay Marauders continued their offensive firepower led by Evan Starling and blue line scoring from Curt Clemmons, who won Best Defenseman.

Up Next: UHA Playoffs

Wow, the Kings had quite the year! Glad to see the Swans doing well as well.