Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic

04/01/2026

Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic title sponsor Vinny Lobdell is shaking things up in the ‘Cuse for the ‘Cuse! 🏀

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1350864707078859&id=100064660275029

🔗 https://l.syracuse.com/ovxlm4
Syracuse booster Vinny Lobdell and Syracuse officials have launched the Back G-Mac Challenge. Fans can contribute any amount they want, and Lobdell said he will match every dollar raised through the campaign, up to $50,000, until April 21.

”I’ve had a lot of people reaching out asking how they can help. The answer is simple: Everyone can be part of this," Lobdell said.

Tap the link above for the full story.

02/18/2026

It's a little bonkers to think that today is THIRTY DEGREES warmer than it was on tournament day. AND it's still snowing!

Here are some killer shots from our killer day. We had such a great time at the 2026 Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic and we know you did, too! More pics to come over the next several days as the committee starts planning for next year!

https://syracusepondhockeyclassic.com/

Photos by Mike Roy

01/26/2026

Now that we’ve all had a little time to thaw out, we remain in awe of the fantastic day we had Saturday for the 2026 Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic sponsored by Vinny Lobdell and family!

Was it cold? Heck yeah it was. But YOU - our players, fans, friends, volunteers and supporters - made the temps a mere memory and we’re so grateful to have had such a killer day.

Our event gets bigger and better every year and our dedicated committee will be planning the 2027 tourney in no time.

Till then, stay warm and awesome hockey fans! 😎

01/25/2026

And that’s a wrap on the 2026 Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic. Congratulations to Team Galaria for taking home the trophy this year!

Thanks to all the players, fans and volunteers who made today a huge success even with absolutely frigid temps. We had a fantastic day and we can’t wait for 2027! 🏆

01/24/2026

It’s a bluebird day in Clinton Square! These players are on 🔥!

We’re here all day and the food truck is on site slinging delicious food for the whole family. C’mon down and see us!

Photos by Mike Roy

01/24/2026

It’s a bluebird day in Clinton Square! These players are on 🔥!

We’re here all day and the food truck is on site slinging delicious food for the whole family. C’mon down and see us!

Photos by Mike Roy

01/24/2026

The 2026 Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic is off and running! Come see us in Clinton Square all day!!

01/24/2026

Good morning, hockey fans!

With tremendous help from Carpenters Local 277 we were able to build our pond hockey sheets early afternoon Friday. The sunshine and blue sky helped take our minds off the chilly breeze. 😉

Pucks drop at 10 am and games continue all day! Can’t wait to see you soon!

Photos by Mike Roy

01/23/2026

❄️⭐❄️ WHO'S READY FOR SOME HOCKEY!?!?! ❄️⭐❄️

Pucks drop at 10 a.m. in Clinton Square, downtown Syracuse. Bundle up and see you there!

https://vimeo.com/1157438545?fl=pl&fe=sh

Video by Mike Roy

https://syracusepondhockeyclassic.com/

EVENT PROMO: Scenes from the 2025 Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic at Clinton Square, Jan. 25, 2025. Video by Mike Roy.

01/23/2026

🚨🚨 GAME TIMES SHORTENED DUE TO COLD TEMPS🚨🚨

⬇️ SEE NEW SCHEDULE ⬇️

The 2026 Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic Presented by VInny Lobdell and Family has decided to shorten game times for Saturday's tournament because of the weather.

The change will give players, fans and volunteers relief from the weather and result in a shorter schedule for the day.

The first pucks drop at 10 a.m. tomorrow morning as scheduled, but with shorter game times the championship game will take place around 5:30 p.m.

🔥 Note: We will also have hand warmers, hot food and drink for sale and fire pits on the sidelines to keep you all toasty! 🔥

See the updated schedule below and at this link: https://syracusepondhockeyclassic.com/schedule

See you SOON hockey fans! 😎

01/22/2026

Did you know that the Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic has donated $35,000 to good causes since our tournament began?

Every time you register to play, buy a hat or a cup of hot chocolate, proceeds benefit our charities. We're excited to announce that the beneficiaries from our 2026 tournament are: We Rise Above the Streets Recovery Outreach and Tillie's Touch.

Learn more about these awesome organizations here:
https://www.streetsrecoveryoutreach.org/
https://www.tilliestouch.org/

We can't wait to see you at our event starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24 in Clinton Square! https://syracusepondhockeyclassic.com/