Elitehockey.net opens its doors

EliteHockey.net goalie instructor Shawn Degagne (right) teaches goalies from the Eurocamp hockey school Wednesday morning. Photo by Chris Dawson.

Elitehockey.net officially opened its doors to the public this week. Two local hockey schools including Eurocamp and Skills Hockey School are sending players to the facility this week.

The facility run by Glen and Ron Gravelle, includes synthetic ice stations like the hydraulic skating ramp, a mini rink, a stick handling pad, and a shooting lane.

The Wallace road location is the largest synthetic ice training centre in Northern Ontario and has instructors such as former Skyhawks head coach Darren Turcotte and Boston Bruins prospect Matt Marquardt.

Elitehockey.net officials say they hope to have a grand opening - including Northern Hockey celebrities - in early August.

For more information check out their website at www.elitehockey.net