By Mary Sisk
Rock River Current
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ROCKFORD — Rockford IceHogs have a new play-by-play voice and manager of hockey communications and broadcasting. 

Mike Folta will take over those roles and aid in creating social media content starting Jan. 3.

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The Purdue University graduate succeeds Jim Leo, who filled in after Chris Toltzman resigned earlier this year.

Folta previously served as the director of broadcasting and communications for the Atlanta Gladiators of the East Coast Hockey League until 2021.

He has also worked with Emory University, Georgia Gwinnett College, United States Premier Hockey League, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida Southwestern State College, Fort Myers Mighty Mussels, Madison Mallards and ISC Sports Network.

This article is by Mary Sisk. Email her at msisk@rockrivercurrent.com or follow her on Instagram at @maryrrcurrent