Ice Skating Loses to COVID-19

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) issued a new public health order on October 22, 2020, prohibiting indoor ice rinks and ice skating facilities from operating from October 23, 2020, to November 7, 2020. This pause will allow for the development of stronger COVID-19 protocols to further protect players, families, coaches, arena staff, and other participants, as well as communities surrounding hockey rinks.

As of October 23rd, MDPH has not reported any COVID-19 fatalities related to ice skating activities.