The West Michigan Phantoms closed out the 2023-2024 season of Black vs. Gray games with an explosive 21 goal performance at Western Michigan University's Lawson Ice Arena on April 6th.  The game, which was the highest scoring game of any game since these specialty games began in 2016, witnessed Team Yellow pour on the offense in the third period to take claim to a 12-9 victory over Team Black.  The Phantoms would like to thank the 59 players who filled up 82 total roster spots between the skates in Flint, Muskegon and Kalamazoo that made these games possible.  Additionally and equally special, are the 28 new players that joined us this season to experience their first Phantom Hockey Black vs. Gray/Yellow skate.  "It is truly amazing to bring such a great group of players, friends and teammates to these special venues to create an an event and moment that these players never forget," said Kevin Wootton.  To date, 13 different arenas have been used to host these special games, something that Trent Kik and Kevin Wootton hope to add to next year.  "About six years ago, Trent and I discussed the path forward and how to make these games better and more enjoyable, pushing forward with new venues and new locations was very high on that list," Wootton added.   From Joe Louis Arena, All State Arena, Little Caesars Arena and all of the other rinks that have made up the 13 rinks, the Phantoms have allowed 144 skaters the ability to experience these fun and exciting skates.   "The memories of the skating in these great venues are a thrill, the memories of the post-game celebrations of watching a hockey game after and enjoying the friendships and newly-minted friendships following these skates is icing on the cake," Wootton said.  In addition to the players that have made these games so successful, the Phantoms would like to also thank the photographers, referees, game staff, venue staff members and the professional/junior level/college level team members for all of their help in these games.  Over the next few months, the Phantoms will be working to get a plan set for the upcoming 2024-2025 season of Black vs. Gray games and hope to have more information in late summer.