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Christopher Commits To SUNY Canton

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Former NA3HL defenseman, Trevor Christopher, has committed to play NCAA Division III hockey for the SUNY Canton men’s hockey team. Christopher was a member of the Skyland Kings of the NA3HL.

Christopher is a native of Watertown, NY.

Celeste Brown Named Bruce B. Bates Women’s Hockey Coach at RIT

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Rochester Institute of Technology Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Lou Spiotti, Jr. announced former Tiger standout Celeste Brown ’15 has been named the Bruce B. Bates Women’s Hockey Coach at her alma mater.

Brown was a member of RIT’s 2012 NCAA Division III National Championship team before starring the next three seasons during the Tigers’ move to Division I. She went on to become the first player in program history to sign a professional contract before kicking off a coaching career, which included the last three years as an assistant coach at Penn State University.

“I am truly proud to make this announcement to the RIT community,” said Spiotti. “To bring one of our own alumna back to take over our proud women’s hockey program is indeed an exciting day. Celeste was one of the fiercest competitors our athletics program has ever known and has since become a stellar coach.”

Brown said, “I would first like to thank Lou Spiotti, (Senior VP for Student Affairs) Sandy Johnson, (Associate Director of Intercollegiate Athletics) Bethany Marren and the entire search committee on their diligent efforts throughout this process and the opportunity to return to RIT. I would also like to thank my family and the unbelievable mentors I have had to help me get to this point.

“I am truly humbled and ecstatic to lead the next era of RIT women’s hockey. RIT is an unbelievable institution that offers elite opportunities in both academics and athletics. I look forward to joining an athletic department full of successful teams, coaches and student-athletes.”

Brown joined Penn State Head Coach Jeff Kampersal’s staff prior to the 2018 campaign, working primarily with the Nittany Lions’ forwards and power play unit. Under Brown’s tutelage, Penn State advanced to three-consecutive College Hockey America Tournament semifinals, while the 2018-19 squad totaled 73 goals — one short of the program’s all-time record -– along with second-most points (180), power play goals (23) and assists (107) in the PSU record book.

“Celeste is a fabulous coach — she’s smart, loyal, motivated, and genuine,” said Kampersal. “Every day, she pushed me and our players to be better.  As a player, she was a champion at RIT because of her grit.  As a coach, I expect her teams to be equally gritty and hard to play against. Her players will love playing for her.” 

During her time in State College, Pa., Brown mentored rising senior forward Natalie Heising, who has established herself as one of College Hockey America’s (CHA) top scorers. Heising was tabbed 2018 CHA Rookie of the Year after finishing second in the league with 19 goals and leading the way with 10 power play goals and 15 power play points. The two-time CHA All-Star is already the program’s all-time leader with 18 power play tallies and ranks second and third, respectively, with 47 goals and 77 points entering her final season. Heising also scored three goals in Penn State’s 4-1 victory over RIT in the 2020 CHA Tournament Quarterfinals earlier this year.

“These outstanding women at RIT are my number one priority,” continued Brown. “I am excited to learn about each player’s individual experiences and outlooks. Those virtues will enhance our team identity.”

Brown played for the New York Riveters during the inaugural season of the National Women’s Hockey League (NWHL) in 2015-16 while also kicking off her coaching career as a volunteer assistant at Division III Manhattanville. She played the following season with the NWHL’s Connecticut Whale while also serving as an assistant coach at Division III Connecticut College.

Brown’s prolific career in a Tiger uniform started with 21 points on 12 goals and nine assists during her freshman campaign, culminating with the go-ahead goal and two assists in the third period of RIT’s 4-1 victory over Norwich (Vt.) to clinch the national title. She was also on the ice when the Tigers scored the overtime game-winner to defeat Plattsburgh, 2-1, in the national semifinals. 

Brown continued her high-level play following the program’s move to Division I prior to the 2012-13 campaign. She scored a team-high 30 goals over the next three seasons while serving as team captain for both of the team’s CHA Championship runs in 2014 and 2015, finishing with 70 points on 42 goals and 28 assists. In the classroom, Brown posted a 3.73 grade point average while garnering CHA All-Academic Team honors on three occasions. She earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology and anthropology while also tacking on a minor in women and gender studies.

Continued Spiotti, “This appointment marks the conclusion of a thorough and highly effective process that resulted in an appointment that we feel incredibly confident about. “Celeste brings our program the experiences, passion and level of commitment which our student-athletes deserve.”

The Great Falls, Montana native served as a skills coach last summer at the USA Hockey National Camp and has been part of the USA Hockey Western Multi-District Girls Player Development Camp for the last four years, currently serving as a head coach. Brown has also worked as a head coach at the Summer Hockey School in Skedsmo, Norway since 2015.

“I am counting down the days until the team returns to campus and the fun can begin,” Brown said. “We are going to approach each day with open minds, excitement and full effort. It feels fantastic to be back in the Tiger country!”

Predators Sign Buffalo Native Sean Malone To Deal

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Center Tied for Second on AHL’s Rochester In Points with Career-High 30 in 2019-20

By @PredsNHL / Nashville Predators 

Nashville, Tenn. – Nashville Predators President of Hockey Operations/GM David Poile announced today that the team has signed forward Sean Malone to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2020-21 season worth $750,000 at the NHL level and $100,000 at the AHL level.

Malone, 25 (4/30/95), skated in 58 games with the AHL’s Rochester Americans in 2019-20, tallying 30 points (12g-18a), tied for the second-most on the team. The 6-foot, 196-pound center also matched his AHL career high in goals with 12 – tied for the third-most on the Americans – and had a +15 rating, the best mark among Rochester forwards. It was Malone’s third professional season – he has appeared in 169 career AHL contests, all with the Americans, and has recorded 28 goals and 65 points. He has also suited up in one career NHL game, coming on April 8, 2017 with the Buffalo Sabres against the Florida Panthers.

Originally drafted by the Sabres in the sixth round (159th overall) of the 2013 NHL Draft, Malone spent four seasons at Harvard University from 2013-17, including three as teammates with current Predators forward Colin Blackwell. He compiled 99 points (42g-57a) in 115 games with Harvard, winning two ECAC championships (2014-15 and 2016-17) and earning a spot on the 2017 ECAC All-Tournament Team. Internationally, the Buffalo, N.Y., native represented the United States at the 2013 World U-18 Championship, taking home a silver medal while picking up an assist in seven games.

(Photos by Rochester Amerks)

Binghamton Devils Transaction

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The New Jersey Devils made the following roster move:

  • Loaned forward Egor Sharangovich from the Binghamton Devils to Dinamo Minsk (KHL). He will be recalled prior to the start of New Jersey’s training camp for the 2020-21 season.

NYSPHSAA To Delay Fall Sports Start Date & Cancel Fall Championships

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Latham, NY – The Officers of the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA), voted to delay the official start date of the Fall 2020 sports season, cancel the Fall 2020 Regional and State Championships and prepare to implement a condensed season schedule in January 2021 if high school sports remain prohibited throughout 2020 due to COVID-19.  This decision comes at the recommendation of the NYSPHSAA COVID-19 Task Force when they convened as a working group for the third time this morning.

“As the state considers reopening, it is unrealistic to believe athletic seasons can start on August 24th as originally scheduled,” said Paul Harrica, NYSPHSAA President. “The priority will continue to be on the educational process and a return to learning in the safest way possible.”

The NYSPHSAA Officers’ decision includes:

• Delay Fall sports start date until Monday, September 21st (NYSPHSAA PAUSE)

• Cancel Fall Regional and State Championship events

• Waive seven-day practice rule

• Maintain current practice requirements

• Encourage geographic scheduling for games & contests

• Schools would have the option, if permitted by state officials, to offer off-season conditioning workouts.

“We recognize this is challenging for everyone, but the decisions made at the State level are based upon data and statewide infection rates all in an effort to stop the spread of COVID and reopen responsibly,” said Dr. Robert Zayas, NYSPHSAA Executive Director. “At this time, Department of Health guidance presented on July 13th prohibits interscholastic athletics across the state. The Association will continue to follow state guidance and will work collectively with State officials to ensure high school athletics will start up responsibly in the future.  As an association, we must be willing to be flexible and continue to explore all options with students’ safety as our main focus,” Zayas concluded.

With regional differences, schools and areas will be impacted differently by the COVID-19 crisis.  At the discretion of the NYSPHSAA Officers and authorization from state officials, if the Fall sports seasons are interrupted or impacted by COVID-19 crisis (i.e. state official guidance, school closings, cancelation of high-risk sports, etc.) then a condensed seasons plan will be implemented.

The Condensed Season plan would entail the following, with the stipulated dates being tentative.

Season I (Winter Sports)

Dates: Jan. 4-Mar. 13 (Week 27-36) 10 Weeks *Note: tentative dates

Sports: basketball (girls & boys), bowling (girls & boys), gymnastics, ice hockey (girls & boys), indoor track & field (girls & boys), skiing (girls & boys), swimming (boys), *wrestling, *competitive cheer.

* Because of high risk nature of wrestling and competitive cheer, sports may have to be moved to Season II or season III.

Season II (Fall Sports)

Dates: Mar. 1-May 8 (Week 35-44) 10 Weeks *Note: tentative dates

Sports: football, cross country (girls & boys), field hockey, soccer (girls & boys), swimming (girls), volleyball (girls & boys), Unified bowling.

Note: Weather will have an impact upon outdoor sports in some parts of the state in March and potentially early April.  Girls Tennis moved to Season III.

Season III (Spring Sports)

Dates: Apr. 5-Jun. 12 (Week 40-49) 10 Weeks *Note: tentative dates

Sports: baseball, softball, golf (girls & boys), lacrosse (girls & boys), tennis (girls & boys), outdoor track & field (girls & boys), Unified basketball.

The NYSPHSAA Officers have the ability to adjust seasons with the authority granted within the NYSPHSAA Constitution which states: “Article IV, 2: A committee of officers in consultation with the staff shall have the authority to act on all matters not provided for in this constitution and bylaws, and on such emergency business as may arise between regular meetings of the Executive Committee.”

In an effort to assist schools in complying with recently released NYSDOH guidance, the NYSPHSAA COVID-19 Task Force is supportive of the use of the ezSCRN application. The ezSCRN application provides a unique online tool for schools to utilize if screening is part of their reopening plan as it complies with New York state and national restrictions and guidelines (i.e. Ed 2D Law, etc.).  The EzScrn application allows a school or team to easily screen, trace and track students/ staff and immediately notify school administrators and health care officials of anyone exhibits COVID-19 symptoms.  

A full report, including meeting minutes, will be released later this week. The next meeting of the COVID-19 Task Force has not been determined.  Dr. Robert Zayas, NYSPHSAA Executive Director, will be available to the media, via a zoom press conference, at 3:00 PM today.  To be invited to this press conference, media are asked to contact Chris Watson, NYSPHSAA Director of Communications, at cwatson@nysphsaa.org.

FREE (YES FREE) Hockey Pants

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USA Hockey Will Not Stage 2020 World Jr. Summer Showcase

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Event Was Set for July 24-31 at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Mich.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Hockey announced today it will not stage the 2020 World Junior Summer Showcase that was set for July 24-31 at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Mich. The event, which 44 U.S. players were invited to participate in, was slated to be part of the evaluation process in selecting the U.S. National Junior Team that will play in the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship Dec. 26, 2020 – Jan. 5, 2021 in Edmonton and Red Deer, Alberta. 

“We’re disappointed on many fronts, but thought it was in the best interest of everyone involved to not hold the event,” said John Vanbiesbrouck, general manager of the U.S. National Junior Team and assistant executive director of hockey operations for USA Hockey.

“Regardless, we’re excited about the level of talent in our country and look forward to putting a team together that can compete for the gold medal. We’ll continue to look at all options to get our players and staff together ahead of selecting our team.” The United States enters the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship seeking its fifth medal in six years. 

“Small Saves”

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Here is this week’s edition of “Small Saves.” Enjoy!

Kelsey Neumann, Kristin Lewicki and Emma Ruggiero Back In Buffalo for 2020/21

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BUFFALO – The Buffalo Beauts have signed goaltender Kelsey Neumann and forwards Kristin Lewicki and Emma Ruggiero to contracts for the upcoming NWHL season.

“The Beauts organization is very excited to have all three players back,” said Buffalo associate head coach Rhea Coad. “The NWHL Foundation Award describes Emma as a human to a T. Her personal drive and commitment to the team are admirable. Wheels (Lewicki) brings a lot of speed up front, and her smarts and aggression set her apart. Neumann’s ability, work ethic and hockey knowledge are why we wanted her back, and her positivity makes her a fan favorite.”

Lewicki is set to begin her fourth season in the NWHL and her third as a member of the Beauts. She averaged a point per game in 2019-20 with six points (2-4-6) in six regular season games after joining the team late in the season. She also had an assist in Buffalo’s play-in game against Connecticut.

Ruggiero was the Beauts’ recipient of the 2019-20 NWHL Foundation Award and played in ten games last season. Known for her great speed, Ruggiero was utilized often on Beauts specialty teams and could see an expanded role in the upcoming season.

This will be Neumann’s fourth season with Buffalo and in the NWHL. The 2016-17 NWHL Foundation Award winner, Neumann won the Isobel Cup with the Beauts that season. Last season she went 3-3-1 in net. On Nov. 19, 2019, Neumann was named the VEDA NWHL Player of the Week after she made 41 saves in a 3-1 win over Connecticut.

(Cover photo: Janet Schultz Photography)

(3 story photos provided by NWHL.com)

Riveters Sign Former Nichols School Player

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NJ/NY – Bridgette Prentiss, the 2019-20 New England Women’s Hockey Alliance Defender of the Year, has signed a contract to play for the Metropolitan Riveters. In April, the Riveters selected Prentiss in the fourth round of the 2020 NWHL Draft after she starred at Franklin Pierce University.

“I’m very excited for the opportunity to start my professional hockey career, and I can’t wait to see what my future as a Riveter has in store,” said Prentiss. “I want to thank all my college coaches, especially Coach (David) Stockdale, my teammates, and my family, who have all helped me reach my goal of playing pro hockey. I would not be where I am today without them.”

In addition to being named the league’s Defender of the Year in 2020, Prentiss earned All-NEWHA First Team honors for the third time in her four years at Franklin Pierce. She led the league in scoring, with 19 goals and 26 assists for 45 points in 31 games. Her 45 points set a new school record, and her 13 power play goals were tied for first in the nation.

Prentiss, who was captain in her senior year at Franklin Pierce, previously played at the Nichols School in Buffalo.

“I’m very happy for Bridgette and so proud of her earning this opportunity in the NWHL with the Riveters,” said Franklin Pierce head coach David Stockdale. “Her growth as a player and a leader over the course of her career has been exceptional, culminating in a very special senior season. She has meant so much to our program and has set a standard for all others to strive for. I can’t wait to watch her begin this next chapter in her career.”

Dave Insalaco Promoted To Associate Head Coach

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Rochester Institute of Technology men’s ice hockey head coach Wayne Wilson announced Dave Insalaco was promoted to Associate Head Coach.

Insalaco enters his 19th season as a coach and 13th year with the program in 2020-21.

“Dave’s hard work has not gone unnoticed and this title represents his loyalty to the program,” said RIT Head Coach Wayne Wilson. “Dave’s knowledge of the game has been instrumental through the years, helping RIT reach the Frozen Four during three NCAA Tournament appearances, while winning three Atlantic Hockey Association (AHA) Championships and four regular season titles.”

Insalaco’s duties include overseeing the Tiger defenseman and penalty killing efforts. He most recently mentored Adam Brubacher (Elmira, Ontario/Powell River Kings), who graduated in May a two-time Atlantic Hockey All-Star and was one of only six defenseman in the nation over the last four years to eclipse the 100-point plateau.

Continued Wilson, “Dave’s work with our defenseman over the years has led to numerous all league selections, highlighted by current Vancover Canucks assistant Captain Chris Tanev, who was named Atlantic Hockey Rookie of the Year and an All-Tournament Team member during our 2010 Frozen Four run. He has a great hockey mind and, with his work ethic, will be a great head coach at some point down the road.”

“I am truly appreciative of the opportunity provided to me by Wayne Wilson, (Executive Athletic Director) Lou Spiottiand (Senior VP for Student Affairs) Dr. Sandy Johnson,” Insalaco said. “As a kid growing up in Rochester who attended his first hockey school at RIT, it has been a dream come true to coach here.  It has been a remarkable 12 seasons and I am proud of what our staff has built in such a short period of time. I am excited for the start of the season and I look forward to helping facilitate our program’s continued success.”

In 2009, 2011, and 2012, Insalaco coached at the USA Hockey Select Under-17 and Under-16 Development camps in Rochester with several of the nation’s top collegiate coaches and was tapped to coach in the 2011 Select 17 All-Star game. Insalaco also served as a guest coach for the Washington Capitals prospect development camps prior to their Stanley Cup in 2018.

Insalaco’s arrival at RIT coincided with one of the winningest stretches in program history. The 2008-09 season saw the Tigers finish with a 23-13-2 record to clinch the second seed for the Atlantic Hockey Tournament. The following year, the Tigers won their first Atlantic Hockey Championship and made its Cinderella run to the Frozen Four to finish with a program-record 28-12-1 mark.

Insalaco came to RIT after spending two seasons (2005-07) with the Green Bay Gamblers of the United States Hockey League, including half a season as head coach and general manager. During his tenure with the Gamblers, he coached several players who went on to standout RIT careers, including Cameron Burt, Taylor McReynolds, Sean Murphy and Chris Saracino. He also coached defenseman Derrick LaPoint, who was a 2006 draftee of the Florida Panthers.

Insalaco spent the previous three seasons as assistant coach at SUNY Geneseo (2003-05), including two under current RIT Associate Head Coach Brian Hills. Insalaco helped guide the Knights to a 51-23-11 record, including back-to-back State University of New York Athletic Conference Championships and NCAA Division III Tournament berths in 2005 and 2006. Insalaco’s first coaching stint came as a volunteer assistant at his alma mater, SUNY Brockport, during the 2002-03 campaign.

Graduating with an education degree in 2000, Insalaco closed his career tied for seventh in Golden Eagle history with 47 goals and 10th with 109 points. The standout left winger punctuated his career with All-SUNYAC Second Team honors while also winning Chase Memorial Academic Athletic Scholarship recognition.

Insalaco played two years of professional hockey for the Adirondack IceHawks of the United Hockey League from 2000-02, recording 31 points (10 goals, 21 assists) in 128 career appearances. He was voted both the “Unsung Hero” and “110 Percent” Award winner by the fans after the IceHawks won the Northeast Division title his first season. 

Insalaco also earned a master’s degree in education from Brockport. The Greece, N.Y. native currently lives in Fairport, N.Y. with his wife, Erika, and children, David and Clare.

Insalaco’s sister, Kim, was a member of the 2006 United States Women’s Olympic Hockey Team which earned a bronze medal in Turin, Italy.

Devils Re-Sign Buffalo, NY Native

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BINGHAMTON DEVILS RE-SIGN SCHMELZER TO AHL CONTRACT

Forward had 24 points in 52 games this past season

BINGHAMTON – The Binghamton Devils announced that the club has re-signed forward Ryan Schmelzer to a one-year, American Hockey League contract. The announcement came today from New Jersey’s Executive Vice President & General Manager, Tom Fitzgerald.

Schmelzer, 26, finished with 24 points (seven goals, 17 assists) and a plus/minus rating of +9 in 52 games. To finish the season, the Buffalo, NY native had a five-game point streak (two goals, six assists) and was named the CCM AHL Player of the Week for the period ending March 8. 

During the 2018-19 season, Schmelzer finished fifth on the Devils in goals with 14. The forward also added 10 assists for 24 total points during his rookie campaign.

In four seasons at Canisius College, Schmelzer racked up 106 points (40 goals, 66 assists) and a plus/minus rating of +46. The 6-foot-2, 183-pound forward was named the Atlantic Hockey Association’s Best Defensive Forward, to the Second All-Conference Team, and captured the Regular Season Championship in 2016-17. In the 2017-18 season, Schmelzer was named to the Third All-Conference Team and served as the team’s captain.

Following his collegiate career, Schmelzer had seven points (two goals, five assists) in seven regular-season games with the ECHL’s Adirondack Thunder. In 17 playoff games, Schmelzer helped lead the Thunder to the Eastern Conference Final with 17 points (nine goals, 8 assists).

Hockey, Figure Skating & Cornerstone Training Center Outside Training

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The staff are thrilled to welcome you back to Cornerstone CFCU Arena, the coolest place in town!  While we are not open for full operations at this time, we are offering limited skating opportunities for figure skaters and hockey players, and outdoor performance training with Coach Dorian. 

As restrictions are lifted we will keep you posted as to when we can welcome back our public skating and ice bumper car patrons. Our current offerings include four hours of figure skating free-style ice daily Monday – Friday, Skills & Drills hockey clinics on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Power Skating for all ages on Thursdays, and daily performance training sessions with Coach Dorian Monday – Friday. 

This week, we are excited to be adding four hours of Skate & Shoot sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays.  All of our offerings require pre-registration through our website www.cornerstoneicearena.com/registration  These sessions have limited numbers of participants to comply with current restrictions of group sizes.  

The cost for offerings is as follows:Free Style Ice – $14/hour, $110/10 hour card, $200/20 hour card (max. 20 skaters per hour)Skills & Drills – $15/session, skaters & $20/session, goalies (max. 20 skaters per hour)Power Skating – $15/session, (max. 20 skaters per hour)Skate & Shoot- $10/skater, goalies are free (max. 16 skaters & 4 goalies)Cornerstone Training Center Outdoor Performance Training – $8/ session (max. 10 people per hour).

All ages and fitness levels welcome. No membership fee.  As part of pre-registration, you will electronically sign the Cornerstone CFCU Arena waiver.  For us to maintain everyone’s safety, we will require all customers to adhere to our new guidelines.  These guidelines will be emailed to customers after pre-registration is complete.  General guidelines for all patrons include:To participate in skating sessions and maintain safe numbers of skaters on the ice, skaters must reserve their ice session(s) in advance via www.cornerstoneicearena.com/registration . 

No reservation, no admission.All participants are skating at will.  By participating, skaters acknowledge they are feeling healthy, do not have a fever (temperature over 100.4 degrees) and can honestly answer “have not” to the CDC screening questions “Have you experienced: (1) COVID-19 symptoms in past 14 days, (2) positive COVID-19 test in past 14 days, and/or (3) close or proximate contact with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 case in past 14 days.”

Only participating skaters may enter the facility – no spectators, parents, coaches.Skaters may not arrive more than 15 minutes prior to their scheduled ice time and must enter through the Market Street entrance (lower level).Skaters may enter the building with a small duffle bag containing helmet, gloves, water bottle and skates.

All other equipment must be worn into the building. (Hockey)Skaters that cannot tie their own skates should enter with their skates tied and guards in place.Skaters must wear a mask when entering and exiting the building.Skaters must use the hand sanitizer station prior to entering through the second doorway.Once in the building, skaters should follow the directional floor arrows directly to Heinrich arena. 

The arena door will be propped open for convenience.Locker rooms will not be available.  Skaters will be assigned one of the chairs (spaced 6’+ apart) surrounding the arena to keep their belongings, change skates/remove guards, store masks, etc. Just prior to taking the ice, skaters may remove their masks and properly secure their helmets. (Hockey)Spitting will not be tolerated anywhere within the facility.

Skaters should bring their own water bottles clearly labeled with their names.Players’ benches and penalty boxes are not in use.As much as possible, skaters should maintain 6′ social distancing on and off the ice.After session is complete, skaters have 10 minutes to change skates, retrieve belongings and exit.When leaving rink area, skaters should again utilize the hand sanitizer station, then follow the directional arrows for exiting.Payments can be made via credit card by calling the arena in advance (716)438-7698, or in person with cash/check in a sealed envelope with skater’s information on the outside. 

Payments will be collected as skaters enter the arena.  If registering for multiple sessions, one payment can be made on the first day, if preferred.
Register here

Attention Buffalo, NY Hockey Coaches and Trainers

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Due to massive growth in the Buffalo, NY market, NewEdge Hockey Development Academy is looking for talented hockey coaches and trainers to join the NewEdge team. We cannot keep up with out of season and in season training requests from teams and organizations. 
NEHDA is Looking for Talent…NewEdge Hockey Development Academy is in need of energetic, motivated, knowledgeable hockey trainers. Coaching hockey and training hockey players are 2 COMPLETELY different animals and both require a certain set of skills in order to be effective. Even playing the game at a high level does not always translate into being able to train at a high level.

NewEdge Hockey Development Academy has exceptionally high standards simply because our mission is to give our customers the BEST hockey training service in the industry. Our professional trainers are improving every single day through research, mentors, NHL, AHL, and NCAA D1 contacts and by studying the latest skating and skill teaching techniques used at the highest levels of the game.

We live by the motto, “if you stop getting better, you will soon stop being good” which is a constant reminder for us for continued trainer development and education. The game of hockey continues to change and how hockey players train has changed as well. We do not “run kids through drills” , we teach, inform, educated, motivate, challenge, and develop players from beginners to NHL professionals.

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