Why the Capitals Are Investing in Youth Hockey

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[Left photo courtesy of Matéflex, Right photo courtesy of Washington Capitals]
[Left photo courtesy of Matéflex, Right photo courtesy of Washington Capitals]

In communities surrounding metro Washington, D.C., street hockey is experiencing a resurgence thanks to the Washington Capitals' efforts to build or refurbish street hockey rinks and provide hockey programs to area youths.

The National Hockey League's latest collective bargaining agreement with its Players' Association created the Industry Growth Fund, which focuses on growing the game by providing access to hockey in areas that may not have deep hockey roots. 

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