HYLAND HILLS HOCKEY ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS USA HOCKEY “HOCKEY WEEKEND ACROSS AMERICA”
Westminster, CO – Hyland Hills Hockey Association (HHHA) supports USA Hockey Weekend across America and will be celebrated on Jan. 29th to Jan. 31st
Hockey Weekend across America is a yearly initiative led by USA Hockey throughout the hockey community to celebrate the game to those involved and also to expose the game to new audiences while providing provide opportunities to those who haven’t played before. USA Hockey, Inc. is the national governing body for the sport of hockey in the United States. As such, its mission is to promote the growth of hockey in America and to provide the best possible experience for all participants by encouraging, developing, advancing and administering the sport.
Each day of Hockey Weekend across America has a special theme to celebrate the game of hockey, and help introduce new fans to the game. All events are open to the public and will take place at Ice Center at The Promenade located at 10710 Westminster Blvd. in Westminster, CO.
On Friday January 29th, Wear Your Jersey Day. HHHA has teamed up with several local school districts to participate in “Wear Your Jersey Day” and will hold floor hockey tournaments during physical education sessions. With the support of several key sponsorships and donations, HHHA will be giving prizes to the school that has the most students wearing their hockey jerseys
On Saturday January 30th, Bring a Friend to The Rink. HHHA has opened its facility to all children wanting to experience the love of hockey. In support of USA Hockey’s “One Goal” program, HHHA will be offering two “One Goal” sessions for any child interested in playing ice hockey. The One Goal program strives to introduce hockey to young people through introductory hockey and skating lessons. The One Goal sessions will be from 11:45am to 1pm. at the Ice Centre at the Promenade, in Westminster. Children will have the opportunity to interact with special guests instructors that have playing experience in professional hockey leagues, collegiate, and junior hockey. In between the skate sessions, players will have an opportunity to participate and interact with all special guests. Children will also have an opportunity to participate in many fun exciting booths organized by teams at Hyland.
On Sunday January 31st, Celebrate Local Hockey Heroes Day.
Hyland Hills will be honoring local Police and Fire Departments. In honor of both the Fire and Police Departments, HHHA will host a ceremonial hockey scrimmage featuring the Fire Dept versus the Police Dept from 11:00 am to 12:15pm at the Ice Centre at the Promenade. HHHA is pleased to honor these individuals whom educate our children and keep our community safe. Both Departments will be sending uniformed men and women to the facility to be recognized by the Youth who appreciate and support our chosen heroes. Children will also have an opportunity to participate in many fun exciting booths organized by teams at Hyland.
Hyland Hills is very excited to participate in this yearly initiative, Hockey Weekend across America to grow the game of hockey. Hyland Hills is excited to partner with the local community to grow the game of hockey and celebrate the passion of the sport.
