🏒 Hockey the way it was meant to be... Skates...Check, Stick...Check, Helmet...Check
Come take part in a pond hockey tournament on the highest Zamboni-maintained ice surface in North America and Keystone Resort. Colorado. Taking place January 23-25, 2026, the 9280' Pond Hockey tournament offers Adult, Youth, and U8 divisions. There is nothing quite like the feeling of skating on an open pond in the fresh mountain air, as has been seen with the NHL's 'Winter Classic' game which is played annually around January 1st. The joy of playing hockey outside is one of the most unique experiences that one can have, and for many, it is not even a possibility due to temperatures, but here in the mountains of Colorado, we can skate outdoors for up to 5 months a year! Pond Hockey is really hockey in its purest form. NHL players and coaches alike always seem to think of pond hockey as some of their best memories.
However, now, in the modern era, we have the best of both worlds in many fashions. Pond Hockey outdoors, with state-of-the-art specialized pond hockey nets instead of your typical milk crate. They will have brand new "NiceRink" pond hockey dasher boards instead of packed snowbanks to lose the pucks in. Best of all, they will have natural pond ice which has been enhanced by being Zamboni resurfaced. All these factors combine to provide the most unique and authentic and exciting experience possible.
For those looking to stay close to the action, consider lodging at Lakeside Village. SummitCove Vacation Lodging offers a variety of rental condos and vacation homes in Lakeside Village, providing easy access to the tournament and other Keystone amenities. Given the tournament's popularity, it's highly recommended to book your lodging well in advance. For more information about the tournament and to register your team, visit the 9280 Pond Hockey website.
Views from the balcony of Keystone rental, Lakeside 1488 with SummitCove Lodging
