Carolina’s Gayniacs Bring Color and Noise to the Playoff Push

The Hurricanes’ playoff run has plenty of on-ice drama, but the Gayniacs fan group adds another layer of energy in the stands. Every serious hockey market has its own diehards, and this group has turned visible support into part of the game-night fabric in Carolina. In a sport that still loves its old-school image, groups like this make the building feel bigger, louder, and a lot more alive.