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Week 3 of Shooting Stars continued to build strong momentum as athletes focused on combining skills—linking skating, passing, and shooting into fluid, game-like movement. The growth in confidence and teamwork was clear across every station. Station 1 introduced progressive passing drills using black pucks and tires. Athletes worked on 1:1 passing as well as small group passing around obstacles, emphasizing communication and timing. They then advanced to weaving through tires,

Week 2 of Shooting Stars kept the momentum going with energy, focus, and growing confidence on the ice. Our athletes built on the fundamentals from week one and took things up a notch with speed, control, and decision-making. Station 1 was all about speed and fast breaks. Athletes pushed themselves to skate faster while maintaining control of blue pucks and rings, learning how to balance quick movement with puck handling. Tight turns around cones challenged agility, and it wa

Week 1 of Shooting Stars Skills Camp is officially in the books—and what an incredible start it was! We kicked things off with Skating Skills & Stick Control, where athletes focused on controlled movement both forward and backward. Using tennis balls added a unique challenge, helping participants develop coordination and confidence while pushing and pulling the ball down the alleys. The long weave drill brought it all together, encouraging focus, control, and a sense of accom

The 2026 Shooting Stars hockey season kicked off with energy, excitement, and a strong sense of community. With 15 dedicated athletes and the support of 20 incredible volunteers, the first session set the tone for a season full of growth and connection. Athletes hit the ice eager to learn, diving into stick handling techniques that challenged their coordination and built confidence with every pass and movement. Beyond the skills, the true magic of the day came from the smiles

Thanks to the support of our community, Gliding Stars athletes had the opportunity to participate in Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer, founded by Scott Hamilton. This experience gave our skaters more than ice time—it gave them confidence, inclusion, and the chance to contribute to a greater cause alongside the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation. As one athlete shared, “This was the best! I had so much fun on the ice like the Solar Bears do!” — inspired by the Orlando Solar Bears. Because o