The Greater Philadelphia YMCA has teamed up with the Philadelphia Flyers this summer to bring the Flyers Hooked on Hockey program to camps across the region, including one at Temple Ambler. Led by Flyers Alumni and the Flyers Community Relations team, the program delivers the excitement of street hockey directly to elementary-aged campers through hands-on, interactive ball hockey clinics at four Y camp locations. And at every stop, campers will be visited by fan favorite Gritty.

July 27th was the day for Gritty to cruise through Ambler for a stop at the camp at Temple Ambler. He is pictured with the campers at the top of the article.

“Getting kids into sports early is about so much more than the game itself,” said Bryan Ford, association sports director at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. “When a child picks up a stick, they’re building confidence, teamwork, and healthy habits that last a lifetime. We’re incredibly grateful to the Philadelphia Flyers for sharing their time, their alumni, and yes, even Gritty, to give our campers a first taste of a sport they might fall in love with.”

More details on upcoming Flyers Hooked on Hockey camps are available online.

Photo – The Greater Philadelphia YMCA