The Street Jackets program aims to provide a safe and fun hockey program for boys and girls ages 6 to 14 - all a kid needs to play hockey is a pair of sneakers! Official Street Jackets Centers have the opportunity to receive the following at no cost from the Blue Jackets:

• Street hockey equipment (sticks, balls, nets, and protective goalie equipment)
• Street hockey curriculum 
• Staff training and more!

Additionally, Official Street Jackets Center participants will have the opportunity to attend a Blue Jackets game, receive an invitation to the annual Street Jackets Tournament, meet special guests from the Blue Jackets organization, giveaways and more!

Launched in 2000 and in partnership with the National Hockey League and NHL Street, the Columbus Blue Jackets present Street Jackets, an exciting street hockey program for central Ohio boys and girls ages 6-14. Street Jackets removes barriers associated with playing the sport, providing community centers with an athletic and educational program free of charge.

The goal of Street Jackets is to provide kids with an introduction to the game of hockey at no cost. Participants will learn the fundamentals of the sport while being exposed to the importance of physical fitness, sportsmanship, education, and - above all - having fun! The Blue Jackets provide each participating site with street hockey sticks, balls, nets, protective goalie equipment, as well as start-up instructions to your staff/administration.

With an imprint in more than 50 community centers, we are confident Street Jackets would be a great addition to your center's youth activities. We look forward to working with your center, and can't wait to welcome you as our newest Official Street Jackets Center!