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Boynton Beach Today
By the People, for the People
Florida Panthers Bring Hockey Gear and Lessons to Boynton Beach Youth
Young athletes get hands-on training from pro team to develop next generation of players
Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:23am
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The Florida Panthers' community hockey program brings energy, equipment, and expert instruction to young athletes in Boynton Beach, inspiring the next generation of players.Boynton Beach TodayA group of young athletes in Boynton Beach, Florida are getting the opportunity to learn hockey skills and receive equipment from the Florida Panthers NHL team. The youth are excited to get outside and develop their athletic abilities beyond just playing video games, with the goal of one day becoming the next generation of Panthers players.
Why it matters
The Florida Panthers' outreach program aims to grow the sport of hockey in the local community, providing access and inspiration to young athletes who may not have otherwise had the chance to learn and play the game. Introducing the sport at a grassroots level can help diversify the pipeline of future professional players.
The details
The Florida Panthers visited Boynton Beach to distribute hockey gear and lead training sessions for a group of young athletes. The youth expressed enthusiasm for getting outside and learning new skills, rather than just playing video games. The team's community outreach efforts are focused on developing the next generation of hockey players in the region.
- The Florida Panthers visited Boynton Beach on April 13, 2026.
The players
Jonas Kelly
A young athlete participating in the Florida Panthers' hockey training program in Boynton Beach.
Florida Panthers
The professional ice hockey team based in Sunrise, Florida that plays in the National Hockey League (NHL).
What they’re saying
“It just feels good to be outside instead of playing on my video games.”
— Jonas Kelly, Young athlete
The takeaway
The Florida Panthers' community outreach program is making an important investment in the next generation of hockey players, providing equipment, training, and inspiration to young athletes in Boynton Beach who may not have otherwise had the opportunity to learn and play the sport.
