Ninth annual ‘Hockey Weekend Across America’ set for Feb. 19-21, 2016

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Get those calendars out – USA Hockey has announced when the next ‘Hockey Weekend Across America’ will take place.

The ninth annual ‘Hockey Weekend Across America’ will take place on Feb. 19-21, 2016, with three days of events designed to celebrate and promote the sport of hockey.

“Hockey Weekend Across America is an opportunity to shine a light on our sport and has become a signature event the entire hockey community looks forward to each year,” said Dave Ogrean, executive director of USA Hockey, in a release. “It’s great to celebrate the game and those involved at all levels, and also give new families an opportunity to try our great game.”

Friday, Feb. 19 will be ‘Wear Your Favorite Hockey Jersey Day’ while Saturday, Feb. 20, is Try Hockey Day and Celebrate Local Hockey Heroes Day is Sunday, Feb. 21.

HWAA was created by USA Hockey in 2008 to “engage the hockey community in celebrating the sport of hockey at all levels and exposing the sport to new audiences.”