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BOSTON -The Boston Bruins announced today, January 10, that they have partnered with the Boston Pride of the National Women's Hockey League to support and grow the game of women's hockey in Massachusetts, as well as assist the Pride financially. This partnership will be highlighted by the new Bruins Academy Girls Learn to Play program, which will offer girls ages four through ten the opportunity to learn the basics of hockey led by Boston Pride players. The Bruins are the fourth NHL team to partner with a NWHL team.

The Bruins Academy Girls Learn to Play program will follow the same format as Bruins Academy Learn to Play offered by the Bruins each fall. The $100 registration fee includes a full set of brand-new CCM equipment to keep valued at $500 retail, a professional equipment fitting, and four weeks of on ice instruction led by certified coaches. The girl's program will be held at five rinks beginning in March 2019: Philips Academy Rink in Andover, Warrior Ice Arena in Brighton, The Bog Ice Arena in Kingston, Murphy Memorial Skating Rink in South Boston, and Veterans Memorial Skating Rink in Waltham. Registration for this program opens on January 21
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The entire Boston Pride team will attend the Boston Bruins vs. Washington Capitals game on Thursday, January 10 at 7:00 p.m. to celebrate the partnership. Members of the Pride will participate in various elements throughout the game, and fans can visit the Boston Pride table on the TD Garden concourse to learn more about the team and the Girls Learn to Play program.
The Boston Bruins will be supporting the Boston Pride at their home game vs. Minnesota Whitecaps on Saturday, January 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Warrior Ice Arena. Bruins mascot Blades will be participating in the ceremonial puck drop. Tickets can be purchased at
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"The Boston Pride are incredibly proud to join the rich history and competitive hockey family of the Boston Bruins," said NWHL Deputy Commissioner Hayley Moore. "The Bruins' commitment to advancing hockey across all levels aligns with what the NWHL stands for. We appreciate this partnership and their support in marketing and player development for the Pride, and we look forward to collaborating with the Bruins on a series of meaningful youth hockey initiatives."
The Boston Bruins will host the third annual Girls Hockey Day on Friday, February 8 at TD Garden. The day will be highlighted by clinics involving Pride players and scrimmages for girls and women of all ages. More details will be released closer to the date.