Hockey enthusiasts and high school sports fans have reason to celebrate as the Bloomington Ice Garden is once again hosting high school hockey matches after its recent renovation. The beloved venue at 3600 W. 98th St. is sliding back just in time to cool the heels of high school teams itching to hit the ice for the new season.
According to the official City of Bloomington website, teams from the Bloomington area will predominantly play their games on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. The junior varsity squad will begin to seriously compete at 5 p.m., followed by the varsity teams at 7 p.m. Saturday scuffles start earlier, with junior varsity taking the rink at 1 p.m. and varsity following at 3 p.m. The announcement also indicates the return of that familiar chant and cheer atmosphere synonymous with high school sports.
Tickets are reasonably priced, catering to a broad audience of sports enthusiasts and community residents alike. Adults can attend for $7, while a discounted rate of $5 is available for students and seniors, accompanied by the standard processing fees. For those looking to snag their seats early and avoid lines, details about tickets and purchases can conveniently be found at Bloomington Ice Garden's website under the tickets tab.
The reopening seems to signal a broader return to normalcy for community gathering spots that sought to quickly reshape their facilities in the wake of the pandemic's disruption. Boasting fresh renovations, the Bloomington Ice Garden is set to once again become a hub of local sports and camaraderie. As the skates get to sharply carve the new ice, and pucks fly, the charm of the game, the cheers, and that familiar sound of the buzzer will no doubt be a warm welcome back for many.
