Tickets on sale for the first Capital Hockey Classic presented by Google for the Government at Capital One Arena

Google for Government has named the sponsor of the double header college hockey showcase kicking off in the nation's capital on December 12 at 5 p.m.

Army vs. Penn State matchup will be available on Monumental Sports Network and streamed on the state-of-the-art Monumental+ app

Washington, D.C. (October 25, 2024) Tickets are now available for the first Capital Hockey Classic presented by Google for Government, taking place at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC on Thursday, December 12. The event will feature matchups between the Army and Navy club hockey teams beginning at 5 p.m. PM, followed by Army and Penn States Division I programs facing off at 8 p.m.

The Capital Hockey Classic is one of many programming highlights surrounding the Washington Capitals 50^e Anniversary season. This celebration of hockey talent marks the return of college hockey to Capital One Arena and aligns with the club's special initiatives to grow the game and engage the Capitals fan base during the franchise's historic season.

“We are thrilled to welcome the first-ever Capital Hockey Classic to the District during a big season for our organization, players and fans,” said Capitals Senior Vice President of Marketing Amanda Tischler. “This unique event aligns with our 50th season celebration as we strive to create fan engagement opportunities and use our platform to advance the game in our community.”

Ticket prices start at $20 and are on sale now here. Fans should note that this event is a one-time admission, with both games included in the ticket price.

Fans can watch the second game of the doubleheader between Army and Penn State on MNMT2, the new overflow channel from Monumental Sports Networks (MNMT), or stream it via the Monumental+ app. Airing this highly anticipated series joins MNMT's robust slate of college sports programming. MNMT is also partnering with schools in the DMV area, including the University of Richmond and Towson University, as well as HBCU GO, to broadcast a total of 20 college football games during the 2024 season, the most in network history.

The NCAA and Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) also recently announced that the 2027 Division I Men's Ice Hockey Championship (commonly known as the Frozen Four) and 2028 Division I Womens Basketball Regional (commonly known as the Sweet 16 and Elite 8) will take place . held at Capital One Arena, in addition to hosting the NCAA Division I Mens Basketball East Regional in 2026. Capital One Arena previously hosted the 2009 NCAA Frozen Four, won by Boston University.

The 2027 Frozen Fours setting in Washington, DC also reflects the Capitals commitment to growing the game of hockey at all levels of participation. The Capitals offer a robust offering of youth hockey programs on and off the ice, including a Future Caps Learn to Play program, ALL CAPS ALL HER, a Hockey School program, Try Ball Hockey for free and more. In addition, the Capitals also host an annual College Hockey Combine & Fair as a free opportunity for high school-age hockey players in the Washington, DC area to showcase their talents on and off the ice, and learn more about the various opportunities and opportunities available in college hockey. To date, the organization has also renovated or constructed 14 ball hockey rinks in Virginia, Maryland, Washington, DC and West Virginia. USA Hockey's registration of adult and youth players in Washington, DC, Virginia and Maryland currently totals 21,949 individuals, of which 12,749 are youth players, a testament to the Capitals' impact on the growth of the game.

Capital One Arena serves as the home venue for the Capitals. In addition to their ownership organization, MSE, the Capitals are committed to growing the game and increasing access to hockey, including through youth clinics and camps, community programming and talent development with their AHL affiliate team and 13-time Calder Cup champions, the Hershey Bears.

The classic precedes a collegiate rivalry weekend in the D.C. region, taking place days before the annual Army-Navy Game presented by USAA at Northwest Stadium on Dec. 14.

Additional information about events can be found here.

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