Young Hockey Fans Can Explore Sport, Hockey Clinic Returns To Town

NASSAU COUNTY, NY — Little ones can explore the game of hockey with the New York Islanders 'Learn to Play' Hockey Clinic's return to the Town of Oyster Bay. This program is for children aged five to nine years old and includes eight on-ice training sessions.

Town of Oyster Bay Councilman Andrew Monteleone said this clinic is part of the Future Islanders Program and introduces hockey to young children.

“We are pleased to partner with the New York Islanders to offer this exciting clinic for children looking to learn the fundamentals of hockey in a fun environment,” Monteleone said. “This Future Islanders program, taught by former players and coaching staff from the New York Islanders organization, includes hands-on training skills and all necessary equipment in the early stages of learning hockey.”

There will also be special appearances by Isles alumni Arron Asham and Radek Martinek.

Sessions will be offered on Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. at Syosset-Woodbury Community Park, in Woodbury, beginning Dec. 2, and Wednesdays at 5:45 p.m. at Marjorie Post Community Park, in Massapequa, beginning Dec. 3.

Registration will be $295 per child and includes full hockey equipment to first time participants, such as jersey, stick, gloves, helmet, skates, shoulder pats, shin guards, and equipment bag. More information can be found online, by contacting jocelyne.cummings@newyorkislanders.com or by calling 516-501-6764.