Following the successful hosting of the International Figure Skating Training Camp and the 2017 SEA Challenge at SM Skating – Seaside Cebu City, Worldwide ice sports events in the Philippines continue to rise as SM Skating Megamall holds the 2017 Philippine Ice Hockey Tournament (PIHT) from June 14 – 17, 2017.
Under the PIHT’s adult division, Islanders Red (New York), Pandoo Nation (Singapore), Singapore Sting, Taipei U20, South Korea and Team Pilipinas compete in the International Open category while Canada Ice Hockey Teams and Team Pilipinas B face off in the International 35+ category. The PIHT is a contact, non hitting tournament and follows the International Ice Hockey Federation rules and regulations with PIHT specific alterations.
” Apart from continuing the drive for ice sports awareness in the country, the Philippine Ice Hockey Tournament and the recently concluded 2017nSEA Challenge is a great avenue to prepare our national team for the upcoming 2017 SEA Games, ” Edgar Tejerero, President of SM Lifestyle Entertainment, Inc., said. ” As sole owners of skating rinks in the Philippines, we make sure that our facilities are at par with international standards and is always ready to support our Ice athletes on their journey to International tournaments.”
Be part of the 2017 Philippine Ice Hockey Tournament! Catch the fastest game on the ice this June 14 – 17 at SM Skating Megamall! For updates and game results, follow SM Skating on Facebook and Instagram: @smskating.