The New York Islanders Girls Elite Hockey Program, established in 2016 by Alexis Moed in conjunction with the New York Islanders and Northwell Health Ice Center, is committed to the support and development of girls ice hockey on Long Island and in the NY Metropolitan area. Beginning six years ago with just 27 players across two teams, the program has grown over 250% to include over 100 players across six teams and recently established a new multi-year partnership deal with National Grid starting with the 2021-2022 Season.
Through the new partnership with National Grid, the Islanders Girls Elite program will provide ten eligible players with financial assistance through scholarship funds, additional advertising and marketing support, and a variety of women’s empowerment and community service events.
“Our partnership with National Grid is very exciting and will provide the program with many benefits. With additional valuable events and workshops, and financial assistance players can continue to grow and develop under the New York Islanders Elite banner,” said Alexis Moed, President of the New York Islanders Girls Elite Hockey Program.
“National Grid is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Girls Elite Hockey Program. Investing in the development of our youth is just one of the ways we're giving back to the communities we serve,” said Haley White, Long Island Community Coordinator for National Grid.
About the New York Islanders Girls Elite Hockey Program
The New York Islanders Girls Elite Hockey program was established in 2016 by Alexis Moed in conjunction with the New York Islanders and the Northwell Health Ice Center. Located in East Meadow, NY the program is committed to the support and development of girl’s ice hockey on Long Island and in the NY metropolitan area. Currently, the program offers teams for girls ages 8-19 years old with an emphasis on skill development in combination with competitive league game play. It is a USA Hockey and NYSAHA sanction program and state tournament bound at the 12, 14, 16 and 19u level with multiple teams at the 12U and 14U level.
About Northwell Health Ice Center
Northwell Health Ice Center is the official training facility of the NHL New York Islanders and a premier destination for ice skaters and hockey players of all ages and skill levels. With three sheets of ice, there is a variety programming offered from public skate sessions to elite hockey leagues and clinics. Visit www.NorthwellHealthIceCenter.com for more information.
About National Grid
National Grid (NYSE: NGG) is an electricity, natural gas, and clean energy delivery company serving more than 20 million people through our networks in New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. National Grid is transforming our electricity and natural gas networks with smarter, cleaner, and more resilient energy solutions to meet the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As part of our commitment to a clean energy future, National Grid is a Principal Partner for COP26, the UN global climate summit, which will be located in the UK in November 2021.