NHL STREET is designed to provide kids and their families the best of what youth sports can be: having fun, staying active, making friends, and creating great memories.
That’s why the NHL is inviting you to join a local street hockey league—or launch a new league in your community—where kids of all skill levels can learn and play.
When you join NHL STREET™, you can expect a fast-paced game that teaches teamwork, creativity, and resilience.
Created with parents in mind, we’re ensuring the pressure, schedules, and costs typically associated with hockey (and other youth sports) are kept in check.
No ice. Limited rules. Unlimited fun. Discover hockey more accessible and affordable than ever before.
The Origin of How Alamo City NHL Street San Antonio Came About
Starting this youth hockey league in San Antonio, Texas, isn't just about launching a business; it's a journey deeply rooted in love, dreams, and a bit of frustration. It all began with my son, who is absolutely crazy about hockey. You'd think in a place as warm as Texas, we'd all be into football or baseball, but here we are, dreaming of ice and pucks. Despite our city having just one ice rink, my son's passion didn't waver. However, the reality hit us hard—learning to skate was a massive challenge, especially for a kid who finds tying his shoelaces tricky.
This wasn't just about my son, though. I saw his face light up at the mention of hockey and dim with the realization of the hurdles ahead. That's when it clicked. There had to be other kids, other families, feeling the same mix of hope and helplessness. San Antonio is brimming with military families, bringing their rich cultures and experiences, including a love for hockey, into our melting pot of a city. They, too, were searching for a piece of home, a community where their kids could chase after a puck on any surface, not just ice.
The idea of starting a league seemed daunting at first. I'm a single mom with three kids, juggling life, dreams, and the daunting task of dipping into my savings to make this happen. But the thought of giving my son, and kids just like him, the chance to play hockey, to belong to a team, and to feel the thrill of the game was too compelling to ignore.
Becoming a league operator was my first big leap towards making this dream a reality. It's been a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with paperwork, planning, and a whole lot of learning on the fly. This league is my heart laid bare, a testament to my son's love for hockey and my determination to give him, and every other child in San Antonio, a chance to play, no matter the hurdles.
This is the opportunity to turn our dreams into reality, to build something that can bring joy, confidence, and a sense of community to our kids. It's about showing them that with passion and perseverance, anything is possible. This league is my love letter to hockey, to my son, and to every child in San Antonio who has a dream that's just waiting for the chance to take flight.