Vegas Golden Knights Join Mayor's Fund for Las Vegas Life, City of Las Vegas, to Announce Lorenzi Park as Location Of New Ball Hockey Rink

LAS VEGAS, NEV (Oct. 19, 2022) – The Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, the City of Las Vegas, and the Vegas Golden Knights (VGK), today revealed the location of a new ball hockey rink that was announced during the 2022 Honda NHL® All-Star Weekend in February. The new ball hockey rink will be constructed at Lorenzi Park, 3333 W. Washington Ave.

The Las Vegas City Council unanimously approved the new rink at the Wednesday, Oct. 19, City Council meeting. Construction is expected to begin shortly with completion scheduled for early 2023. 

Design and construction of the ball hockey rink are funded by VGK, the NHL and ESPN. The city will operate and maintain the rink, and VGK has committed to host frequent street hockey clinics at the rink with players, alumni and youth hockey instructors for a minimum of five years. Additionally, VGK plans to host periodic team activities and initiatives at the new rink once it is complete this fall. 

“Hockey has really taken Las Vegas by storm since the Vegas Golden Knights arrived in 2017,” Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman said. “We know we have hockey fans young and old who like to get out and play the sport and this new rink will help many enjoy the game at one of our most historic locations, Lorenzi Park. Thank you to the Vegas Golden Knights and the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation for continuing to partner with the community and being Vegas Born!”

Working in partnership with The Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE and the City of Las Vegas, the Golden Knights, ESPN and NHL pledged to build a rink in a community with no ball hockey facility to increase access to the game. The ball hockey clinic is an initiative of NHL STREET™, the League’s new era in street and ball hockey programming focused on increasing opportunities for boys and girls to play hockey. The Mayor’s Fund is a vehicle for corporate and philanthropic partners to support programs that advance City priorities and improve quality of life.  

“Ward 5 has many outstanding parks and recreation facilities, and we are always working to add new amenities that the community can enjoy,” Councilman Cedric Crear said. “There is no denying that our city loves the Vegas Golden Knights and hockey, and I know this new rink will get plenty of use at Lorenzi Park. Thank you to the Golden Knights for all that they do in our community and go Knights go!” 

“We are excited to work with The City of Las Vegas to bring a new ball hockey rink to Lorenzi Park,” said Kim Frank, President of the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation who oversees player engagement and community relations. “We are passionate about growing the game of hockey in this community, and this is another big step in that process. The Golden Knights believe in the importance of providing a safe and positive environment to learn the game.” 

The Legacy initiative is an ongoing philanthropic endeavor through which the League and the local Club support community organizations in the host city of an NHL Event. Since 2003, the League, its Clubs and partners have donated more than $6 million to communities across North America. Legacy projects have aided thousands of hospital patients in recovery; helped at-risk youth and families gain better access to educational and vocational training; and provided greater access to people of all ages to learn and play hockey. 

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About The Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE: 
The Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE was established in 2018 as a vehicle for corporate and philanthropic partners to support innovative programs that improve quality of life for all Las Vegas residents with a special focus on vulnerable populations. The Fund creates opportunities for public-private partnerships as well as donations of cash, time and in-kind goods and services.  Guided by a diverse group of community leaders who serve as members of The Fund’s Advisory Committee, The Fund targets specific community needs with a goal of making Las Vegas a national leader in four areas:  Livability, Innovation, Future and Education. The Nevada Community Foundation, a public charity under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, serves as The Mayor’s Fund fiscal agent, receiving all private donations.  Donations to the Nevada Community Foundation for The Mayor’s Fund are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. For information, visit MayorsFundLV.org.