Charity on Ice: A Classic Returns
The Make‑A‑Wish All‑Star Hockey Classic is set to light up the ice at the University of Vermont’s Gutterson Fieldhouse on June 27, bringing together the best senior boys and girls hockey players from Vermont and New Hampshire in a showcase of talent and community spirit.
The girls’ game will tip‑off at 3:30 p.m., followed by the boys’ contest at roughly 6 p.m., with tickets priced at $15 for adults, $5 for students aged 7‑17, and free admission for children under six.
Beyond the games, the event includes an annual skills competition scheduled for June 26 at 7:15 p.m., and it serves as a fundraiser for Make‑A‑Wish chapters across Vermont, northern New York, and New Hampshire, having already surpassed $360,000 in donations for children facing life‑threatening medical conditions.
The rivalry runs deep: the New Hampshire girls’ team snapped a four‑game losing streak against Vermont last summer, while the boys’ squad captured the 2025 title and holds a 21‑10‑1 all‑time edge over their rivals.
Coaches and players from both states have been named to the rosters, underscoring the regional talent pool that will compete on the ice.
Fans can purchase tickets online and find additional details on the Hockey Classic website, allstarhockeyclassicvtnh.org, while the event’s official partners include the University of Vermont and Make‑A‑Wish affiliates.