For those reasons, synthetic ice has become a popular alternative for ... “That way, you can create a lot of game-like situations because everything has relative distance as far as the top ...

Eric Aiken said the synthetic ice took a little getting used to at first ... said synthetic rinks have shown promise toward growing the game in economical and environmentally responsible ways.

Donovan said synthetic ice is more affordable and has good benefits for prospective hockey players, but noted that the traditional game of hockey will always be played on traditional ice.

"This synthetic ice rink is a game-changer for growing hockey in underrepresented communities," the Foundation said. "By eliminating traditional barriers—like costly ice time and accessibility ...

Panthers hold full team practice at SAP Center in San Jose on Jan. 24. There has been a ton of growth in the hockey community in South Florida over the last few years. The Florida Panthers are on ...