Congressional Hockey Challenge Set for March 1 at MedStar Capital Iceplex

Lawmakers aim for fifth straight victory in annual charity game

Washington, D.C. – The 2023 Congressional Hockey Challenge, the annual charity hockey game between lawmakers, administration officials, and staff versus lobbyists, will be played at the Washington Capitals practice facility, MedStar Capital Iceplex on March 1 at 7 p.m. ET.

Members of Congress who have expressed interest to play in this year's game include Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN), Rep. Mike Quigley (D-IL), Rep. Larry Bucshon (R-IN), Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN), and former Rep. John Katko (R-NY).

Since 2009, the game has raised over $1 million for charities including the Fort Dupont Ice Hockey Club, USA Hockey Warriors Ice Hockey Program, Capital Warriors Beltway Hockey Program, the Tampa Warriors Hockey Heals event, and the Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association (PWHPA).

“We're grateful to host the Congressional Hockey Challenge again for its 13th year,” said Nick Lewis, co-founder and President of the Congressional Hockey Challenge. “After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, last year's game brought another level of energy and excitement to the hockey community. The game of hockey has the ability to change lives, and we're honored to once again bring the sport we love to underserved and veteran communities through the great charities the Congressional Hockey Challenge supports."

"The Congressional Hockey Challenge's mission to make the sport of hockey more accessible for all communities brings us that much closer to our goal of ensuring Hockey is for Everyone,” said Kim Davis, NHL Senior Executive Vice President of Social Impact, Growth Initiatives and Legislative Affairs. “We're honored to support this annual game and accelerate the drive to build a welcoming environment for all who love to play hockey."

For tickets, additional information, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit www.CongressionalHockeyChallenge.com

Contact:
Kevin Coroneos
congressionalhockeychc@gmail.com
856-237-7050

About the Congressional Hockey Challenge
The Congressional Hockey Challenge is an annual ice hockey game for charity featuring federal lawmakers, congressional staff and administration officials from across the political spectrum against lobbyists representing a broad array of interests. The Congressional Hockey Challenge is committed to the advancement of the sport of ice hockey, ensuring that this incredible and dynamic sport is accessible to everyone who wants to play. Since 2009, the game has raised over $1 million for charities including the Fort Dupont Ice Hockey Club in Washington, DC, Capital Beltway Warriors Hockey Program, USA Warriors Hockey, and Tampa Warriors annual “22 hours of Hockey” event.