The Rapid City Rush [https://thehockeynews.com/echl/latest-news/rush-goaltender-signs-two-way-nhl-contract]are teaming up with the YMCA of Rapid City to host their first-ever NHL [https://thehockeynews.com/]STREET learn-to-play-hockey camp on Saturday, Aug. 2 from 9:30 – 11:00 Am. Members of the Rush organization and the local hockey community will be in attendance to run the clinic, which will feature hands-on instruction, skills stations, and scrimmages. Registration is open for all kids aged seven through 12, with no prior hockey experience required. All equipment will be provided, and families do not have to be YMCA members to participate. “The YMCA brings our youth together as a community to celebrate fun and wellness.” Elaina Kempin, Marketing Director for the YMCA of Rapid City, said in a statement. “Our wonderful partnership with the Rapid City Rush helps us achieve our mission of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.” Launched in 2023, NHL STREET is the official youth hockey league of the National Hockey League. It is designed to provide kids and their families with the best of what youth sports can be: having fun, staying active, making friends and creating great memories. This is the first NHL STREET initiative offered in the state of South Dakota. “NHL STREET was created to bring the love of hockey to more kids in more communities—and this event is a great example of that mission in action,” Savannah Green, Director of Community Relations and Social Engagement for the Rush, said. “When you combine the energy of the Rush with the reach of community organizations like the YMCA, you unlock something really powerful.” The YMCA of Rapid City is located at 815 Kansas City St., Rapid City, SD 57701. Registration is $35 per child. All participants will take home a custom NHL STREET hockey jersey. For more information about Street Camp, click here [https://street.playrcx.com/league-details/59394?season=17037&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9H2Uw8YG3zNdC934FhI-zgVPzg17zERBFsdJWFCudmR6_PgBcNHdg1WBtxVsLsVO3LqGiqcv-ueXo-doymiCz0kf8F4w&_hsmi=368056636&utm_content=368056636&utm_source=hs_email]. The Rush will kick off their 2025-26 regular season in Independence, Missouri against the Kansas City Mavericks on Friday, Oct. 17. Puck drop is scheduled for 6 Pm MT. (Photo Courtesy of the Rapid City Rush)
