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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vegas Golden Knights announce 2025 road trip with free Hockey clinics for kids
Photo byThe Vegas Golden Knights are packing up and heading out again this summer — and they're making more stops than ever. Their annual VGK Road Trip, presented by A1 Garage Door Service, rolls through California, Nevada, and Arizona from July 12 to 17. The six-day swing blends hockey clinics, community events, and good old-fashioned fan engagement, especially in areas where the team's games will now be aired on Scripps Sports and KnightTime+ during the upcoming 2025–26 NHL season. Vegas Golden Knights to host free youth clinics and fan events across Arizona, Nevada & California this July This isn't just a summer publicity blitz — it's become part of the Vegas Golden Knights' identity. The organization has made Northern Nevada a regular summer stop, and this year marks yet another return to both South Lake Tahoe and Reno. But it's Arizona that's quickly becoming a major extension of VGK territory. Since the league expanded Vegas' broadcast reach last season, the team has made three trips to Arizona — and they're going back for a fourth. Stops in Chandler, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Phoenix are locked in, with free on-ice clinics for kids as young as five and girls-only sessions mixed in. Ball hockey events in Phoenix are also planned, opening the door for more kids to jump in without needing skates, fancy gear, or prior experience. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cebu: Beautiful New Senior Apartments with Two Bedrooms Senior Apartments | Search Ads Search Now Undo Chance the mascot, team broadcasters, and members of the VGK Cast will be along for the ride — giving fans a chance to interact with the people (and characters) they usually only see on screen or from the stands. 'The VGK Road Trip is eagerly anticipated each year as we look forward to connecting in person with our fans across The Realm,' team president Kerry Bubolz said. 'This is a great chance to celebrate our brand and the sport of hockey as we prepare for the 2025-26 NHL season.' From Tahoe's mountain rinks to the desert heat of Phoenix, this year's VGK Road Trip is more than just a chance to shake hands and take selfies. It's about building something real — growing the game, strengthening community ties, and turning casual observers into lifelong hockey fans. Also Read: Alfons Freij impresses in pro debut — Winnipeg Jets' top prospect faces major SHL test next
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Alfons Freij impresses in pro debut — Winnipeg Jets' top prospect faces major SHL test next
Photo byAlfons Freij didn't just dip his toes into pro hockey — he jumped in and held his own. The Winnipeg Jets' top pick from the 2024 draft wrapped up his first season in Sweden's HockeyAllsvenskan with steady results, flashing the kind of upside that had scouts buzzing last summer. But with the SHL on deck, a potential World Juniors spotlight, and higher expectations from Winnipeg, his next steps will come with a lot more eyes — and a lot more pressure. Winnipeg Jets 2024 draft pick Alfons Freij turns heads in Sweden — now eyes SHL leap and possible World Juniors breakout Alfons Freij, just 19, suited up in 29 games for IF Björklöven, finishing the year with two goals and eight points. Modest numbers, maybe — but solid for a rookie defenseman playing in Sweden's second-tier league, especially one adjusting to the pace and physicality of the pro game. The Winnipeg Jets took him 37th overall, making him their first pick of the 2024 draft. At 6'1' and 196 pounds, Freij combines a strong frame with standout skating. His edge work and balance allow him to stay composed under pressure and make smooth exits out of the zone. Offensively, he's known for his passing instincts and transition play — and he's starting to show growth on the defensive side, too. Next season, he's moving up to the SHL with Timrå IK, where he'll face tougher competition and faster decision-making. It's a big step, but exactly the kind of environment that could sharpen his game. The SHL is a league where mistakes get exposed quickly, and Freij will have to adjust on the fly to stay impactful. Freij didn't make Sweden's World Junior team last season, but that might change this year. With several top names aging out, there's room for new faces — and Freij seems ready to step in. He's still at least a couple of years from pushing for a Jets roster spot, but everything's trending in the right direction. A year or two in the SHL, then likely a move to the AHL with Manitoba — it's a familiar path for Jets prospects. And if Freij keeps checking boxes like he did this season, his name might come up in Winnipeg sooner than expected. Also Read: Florida Panthers Captain Aleksander Barkov sets NHL record by winning Selke, King Clancy in the same year
