The Chargers represented the University of Alabama Huntsville and were coached by Mike Corbett, in his 7th season.
After the season, financial constraints due in part to the coronavirus pandemic caused UAH to suspend its ice hockey program as well as both men's and women's tennis.
On May 25, 2020, the university announced the program would be reinstated if the community could raise $750,000 by Friday, May 29.
Pledges from alumni reduced the amount needed from the general public to $500,000.
[1][2] On May 29, fundraising efforts surpassed $500,000, and shortly afterwards the university confirmed the program would be restored for the 2020-2021 season.