Hockey is enjoying a boom in recent years. The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) reports that in the 18 states and the District of Columbia that play under NFHS rules, hockey participation is up from 44,669 players in 2017, to 44,933 players last year. A surge in girls’ hockey programs since 2013 has resulted in… ReadMore
If you’re a hockey parent or relative, you know the equipment demands of the sport are endless. Between pads, gloves, sticks, skates, and more, hockey players go through equipment with each growth spurt if not every season. The holidays can be an effective way to combine gifts your team member wants with items they truly… ReadMore
Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” That is really what you want to do, isn’t it? You want to change the world. Maybe just a little piece of it. That’s why you are inspired to… ReadMore
When it comes to trying something new and exciting, ice skating is a sport that ranks pretty high on the list. If your child is looking to try something a little different, this is a great chance to have a lot of fun while also reaping the benefits of a great workout! Want to make… ReadMore
Whether you live in snow country or tropical climes, hockey is everywhere these days. NHL fandom is robust as always, and safety gear innovations keep kids and adults playing injury-free for longer. Hockey parents are still the norm from Minnesota to Texas. Despite our changing climate affecting outdoor ice seasons, hockey is here to stay…. ReadMore
Plastics were first used as a substitute for ice for skating in the 1960s. Synthetic ice rinks were made from materials such as polyoxymethylene plastic, developed by DuPont in the 1950s. In 1982, the first full-sized artificial rinks were produced with High-Density Plastics. They were completed using interlocking panels. So, artificial ice has been around… ReadMore
Have you ever thought about installing an ice rink? If so, you have stumbled upon a great way to increase revenue. The ice rink industry has seen an annual percentage growth of 2.6%. In 2019 alone, the annual revenue for the ice rink industry was 883 million dollars. Unfortunately, traditional ice rinks are expensive to… ReadMore
Are you tired of waiting for an available rink to get out there and practice your skills each week? Perhaps you are a coach waiting for your team to have enough time and space to get in more one-on-one training. A backyard ice rink can prove to be a fantastic investment and a whole lot… ReadMore
You’ve decided a synthetic rink may be the right fit for your ice flooring needs. But what are you looking for in a synthetic ice product, and how do you choose the best one? Let’s avoid trying to skate on old plastic cutting boards. Instead, why not develop a rink everyone can utilize effectively for… ReadMore
If you’ve just wrapped up your Christmas in July event, it’s time to start thinking about next year. What can you do to make next year’s event bigger and better? Why not start with ice rink kits? It’s a fun, exciting, and unique opportunity to bring the spirit of the holidays to the middle of… ReadMore
