Red Wings, Michigan Amateur Hockey Association team up for 30 free clinics
By Michael Caples –
The Detroit Red Wings and the Michigan Amateur Hockey Association announced today that they are partnering for the fourth year to host 30 ‘Try Hockey For Free’ clinics across Michigan.
Kids aged 6-12 are invited to try the sport for the first time at a number of Michigan rinks. Free equipment is provided for kids to suit up and experience skating on the ice, with certified USA Hockey coaches and instructors on the ice to assist with creating a fun environment for aspiring players.
“MAHA has been an outstanding partner alongside the Foundation’s efforts to grow hockey across the state of Michigan,” said Lynsie DeLoss Estes, Detroit Red Wings Foundation Director, in a release. “This program provides many young kids the chance to try the sport for free and to receive a high level of instruction in the process. We’re proud to be able to offer this opportunity at so many locations across the state.”
Upcoming Try Hockey for Free Clinics:
Sunday, 10/13 Noon – 1 p.m. Arctic Coliseum Chelsea, MI
Sunday, 10/20 Noon – 1 p.m. The Kaliseum Ice Skating Rink Kalkaska, MI
Sunday, 10/27 3 – 4 p.m. Civic Arena St. Clair Shores, MI
Saturday, 11/2 10 – 11 a.m. Pat O’Donnell Arena Ironwood, MI
Saturday, 11/2 3 – 4 p.m. Dee Stadium Houghton, MI
Saturday, 11/2 4 – 5 p.m. Cultural Center Plymouth, MI
Sunday, 11/3 8 – 9 a.m. Mountain View Ice Arena Dickinson, MI
Sunday, 11/3 Noon – 1 p.m. Wells Sports Complex Escanaba, MI
Sunday, 11/10 Noon – 1 p.m. I.C.E. Arena Mt. Pleasant, MI
Saturday, 11/16 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Civic Arena Midland, MI
“MAHA is pleased to have the support of the Detroit Red Wings Foundation,” said George Atkinson, the president of MAHA, in the release. “With the Foundation’s support we are able to introduce more than 1,000 new kids to the game of hockey each year.”
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