ECHL Player Romain Rodzinski Earns 2025–26 Community Service Award

Stingrays forward recognized for extensive volunteer work across Charleston area

Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:20am

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The ECHL has named South Carolina Stingrays forward Romain Rodzinski as the recipient of the 2025–26 Community Service Award, recognizing his extensive volunteer efforts and community engagement throughout the Charleston area over the course of the season.

Why it matters

The ECHL Community Service Award highlights the important role that players take on in giving back to their local communities, fostering connections and making a positive impact beyond just their on-ice performance.

The details

Rodzinski contributed over 30 hours to more than 20 different community initiatives in Charleston, including youth hockey development, hospital visits, local fundraising efforts, and animal adoption programs. He regularly participated in events that required direct interaction, such as mentoring young players, spending time with patients and families, and helping organize and run fundraising activities.

  • Rodzinski received the 2025–26 ECHL Community Service Award on April 17, 2026.
  • Rodzinski has been with the South Carolina Stingrays since late last season.

The players

Romain Rodzinski

A forward for the South Carolina Stingrays of the ECHL, who was recognized for his extensive community engagement and volunteer work in the Charleston area over the 2025–26 season.

South Carolina Stingrays

The ECHL hockey team based in North Charleston, South Carolina, which Rodzinski plays for.

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What they’re saying

“I love getting involved in communities all across Charleston, but it means a little extra to spend time in North Charleston where we play.”

— Romain Rodzinski

What’s next

The Stingrays will continue to support Rodzinski's community engagement efforts as he looks to build on his award-winning season and inspire more ECHL players to get involved in their local communities.

The takeaway

Romain Rodzinski's recognition for his extensive volunteer work and community outreach in Charleston highlights the important role that ECHL players can play in making a positive impact beyond the ice, fostering connections and supporting important causes in their local communities.