Camp wraps up after three days of skill building
The third annual Tradtion on Ice hockey camp, organized by Jinelle Zaugg‑Siergiej and her family, closed on its final day after three intensive sessions that saw local skaters sharpening everything from skating technique to puck handling. Coaches and volunteers emphasized both technical improvement and sportsmanship throughout the event.
Since its inception, the camp has funneled all proceeds to the Eagle River Recreation Association (ERRA), accumulating roughly $20,000 over the past two years. This year, $7,300 will be directed toward the Dome’s new ice‑plant fundraising effort, underscoring a direct link between community sport and infrastructure improvement.
A model of sport‑driven philanthropy
Beyond the on‑ice drills, Zaugg‑Siergiej emphasizes a broader developmental mission, aiming to instill confidence, teamwork and resilience in participants that extend into academic and personal realms. The camp’s philosophy blends athletic growth with character building, offering a replicable template for other youth hockey programs.
Organizers took the opportunity to thank the surrounding community for its ongoing support, noting that 100 percent of the 2026 proceeds will be allocated to whatever ERRA identifies as its most pressing rink‑related need. The partnership exemplifies how local sports initiatives can generate tangible benefits for community facilities.