Hockey Season Officially Begins at The Cube!
City Manager Ken Striplin
This week, hockey season officially began, marking the kick-off of the winter sports season. There is no better place to get into the icy spirit than at our very own ice facility – The Cube. All three ice rinks in the 93,000-square-foot facility offer residents and visitors a chance to participate in a wide variety of winter programs such as the always popular public skate sessions, Skating Academy, Parent and Me classes, pick-up hockey games and youth leagues, just to name a few. Each of these programs are specifically designed for skaters of all skill levels, so you’ll be sure to find a program for everyone in the family.
The Cube is also the ideal spot to cheer on your favorite NHL team. With dozens of big-screen televisions broadcasting games throughout the facility, you’re sure to find a prime spot to cheer on your team.
The Cube is also proud to be home (once again) to the UCLA Men’s Hockey Team. Throughout the next six months, make sure you come to the rink and cheer on the Bruins as they compete against the University of Connecticut, Northern Arizona University, Loyola Marymount University and rival favorite – the University of Southern California. Whether you are watching from the bleachers or prefer a table by The Grille, check out all of the food, drinks and snacks available onsite. Not only does The Grille serve hockey rink favorites, but they also have a wide variety of entrees from Maria’s Italian Deli. From mozzarella sticks to tacos, spaghetti and even eggplant parmesan, there is something for everyone at The Grille. If you would like to check out the menu or see the full list of UCLA Hockey games, visit TheCubeSantaClarita.com.
Later this year, The Cube will officially open the expanded area of The Grille. This enhanced beverage center will welcome residents 21 and older and offer beer and wine. Whether you just finished practice or want to watch an NHL game, it’s the perfect space to sit back and relax. Additionally, the beverage center is just steps away from The Top Shelf. This event space is ideal for meetings, conferences, galas, private parties and more. With the addition of the beverage center, residents and businesses can rent out both areas together, adding to the already fun and engaging atmosphere.
With the holiday season just around the corner, I encourage residents to follow The Cube and the City on their social media accounts to stay up-to-date on upcoming events. This includes The Cube’s second annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 2. Enjoy spectacular holiday decorations and a stunning tree as the community comes together to countdown the official lighting. The following week, mark your calendars for the highly-anticipated Holiday Skate Show on December 10. This year, skaters of all ages will be performing the classic “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” You won’t want to miss this family favorite event.
By following @thecubesantaclarita and @cityofsantaclarita on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, residents can learn more about these events, as well as drop-in classes, adult leagues, clinics, skate schools and the new junior high and high school nights. To register or to find more information on programming, please visit TheCubeSantaClarita.com.
I encourage everyone to enjoy all of the amenities available at The Cube this season. From NHL games and UCLA hockey matches to delicious food and exciting tournaments, there is no better place to bring the family for a day of fun out on the ice.
Ken Striplin is Santa Clarita’s City Manager and can be reached at kstriplin@santaclarita.gov.
