Illinois: Rosemont Ice Arena Opens Doors to Chicago Youth Hockey Boom

In Rosemont, the Nicholas Family of Companies unveiled the $34.5 million Rosemont Ice Arena, a state-of-the-art facility featuring three rinks and free introductory programs for over 1,000 underserved Chicago kids. The grand opening included youth scrimmages that drew record crowds, kickstarting a new era of accessible hockey in a city hungry for winter sports growth.

Team success story:

Local leagues reported instant enrollment spikes, with the arena's adaptive programs ensuring girls and beginners join the fun, fostering lifelong skills and community ties through ice time for all.