Rochester, NY (June 21, 2024) – Premier Ice Prospects (PIP), the nation’s leading organizer of girls hockey events, is hosting a series of events in Rochester, New York, starting today and running through Thursday, June 27th. These events offer elite female players from across the United States a chance to compete, develop their skills, and gain exposure to college coaches.
The events kick off with the PIP’s Rochester Tournament, a three-day competition featuring 31 girls hockey teams at the Tim Hortons Iceplex (June 21-23). The tournament is expected to generate an economic impact of over $1.4 million for Monroe County.
Following the tournament, three overnight player development camps will take place (June 23-27), featuring over 300 participants that will be housed in dorms on the Monroe Community College Campus. These camps provide athletes with the opportunity to:
- Train alongside other top players
- Receive coaching from former NCAA players
- Attend recruiting seminars
- Learn mental game strategies from elite coaches and scouts
- Build friendships with fellow players
- Gain guidance from current NCAA players
“Premier Ice Prospects is at the forefront of girls ice hockey, driving participation and development of the sport throughout the entire US,” said Chris Woodworth, Executive Director of Tim Hortons Iceplex. “We are proud to host these events and play a role in advancing girls hockey.”
“Visit Rochester is thrilled to be welcoming Premier Ice Prospects back to Rochester. The weather may be getting warmer but we welcome the opportunity to host hockey events in Rochester at the Tim Horton’s Iceplex all year round,” said Don Jeffries, president & CEO, Visit Rochester. “We are delighted to host Premier Ice Prospects and visiting athletes for multiple events in June here in Rochester. Events like the PIP tournaments play a major role in the overall economic impact of the hospitality and tourism industry in Monroe County.”
The total estimated economic impact of these events is projected to be over $2.5 million.
PIP’s Rochester Tournament Details
Dates: June 21-23
Location: Tim Hortons Iceplex
Teams: 31
Game Schedule: click here
PIP Camp Details
Dates: June 23-27
Location: Tim Hortons Iceplex & Monroe Community College
Participants: 312 from across the United States
Full Information: click here
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About Premier Ice Prospects
Premier Ice Prospects was created with a passion and focus to provide female players the MOST Premier experiences and exposure opportunities. Director of Girls’ Hockey, Kathy Pippy and her team have worked with hundreds of NCAA D1 and US & Canadian National team players over the past 15 years. Their passionate leadership, along with the best relationships in the game, will continue to guide the current and future prospects to the next level. www.premiericeprospects.com
About Tim Hortons Iceplex
Tim Hortons Iceplex is a 176,000 square foot, participatory sports facility centrally located on the campus of Monroe Community College, in Rochester N.Y. It is home to 4 NHL sized ice rinks, including Chick-fil-A Arena, which can accommodate 1,750 spectators. The facility is home to Lattimore Physical Therapy, Lattimore Fitness, Chef’s Bar & Grill, ScorZone Golf Center & Lounge and a Visit Rochester Tourism Center. Tim Hortons Iceplex hosts 1.5 Million visitors annually, generating an annual economic impact of over $60 million dollars to Monroe County. www.timhortonsiceplex.com