Islanders expanding youth programs with Girls Hockey Weekend and Try Hockey for Free this weekend
The Islanders want more Long Island youths, particularly girls, to experience playing hockey. The organization on Friday announced a “significant expansion” of its commitment to youth hockey, including its first Girls Hockey Weekend on Saturday and Sunday at The Park at UBS Arena as well as Try Hockey for Free events.
New York Islanders Expand Commitment to Girls Youth Hockey, New Opportunities Will More Than Double Participation to 1,100 Girls
The New York Islanders today announce a significant expansion of the franchise’s commitment to youth hockey, with a specific focus on increasing opportunities for girls. As part of the team’s ongoing efforts to make hockey more accessible and inclusive, the Islanders will implement new initiatives aimed at fostering gender equity within the sport.
Islanders expand their commitment to girls youth hockey
With assistance from corporate partners JetBlue, Global Industrial and Xerox, the Islanders’ efforts in making hockey more accessible and inclusive, new initiatives have been established.
NY Islanders launch new initiatives to boost girls’ hockey on Long Island
The team is launching a series of new initiatives to promote gender equity in youth hockey and inspire the next generation of female players.
PHOTOS: Girls Hockey Weekend, Presented by Global Industrial
Snapshots from the New York Islanders Girls Hockey Weekend, presented by Global Industrial, taking place at Northwell Presents The Park at UBS Arena on Oct. 19 and 20. Photos by Dennis DaSilva and Sam Johnston, New York Islanders
Girls Youth Hockey Exploding On Long Island — Thanks To The Islanders
Hockey is for everyone, and the New York Islanders are at the forefront in the NHL's push for advancement in girls youth hockey on the ice. On Friday morning, the Islanders, in partnership with JetBlue, Global Industrial, and Xerox, announced they will be implementing new initiatives to help grow the women's game.
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