Since the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), and the National Hockey League (NHL), began celebrations for Hockey Day in Canada in 2000, one of their features was a contest of the best backyard hockey rink. With the numerous hockey-crazy communities in Canada, there were no shortage of impressive candidates.
Bringing back the atmosphere of the sport's roots has been received well by players and fans alike, as pond-hockey tournaments and even one NHL games are making more appearances in the media.
Pictured here is Al Sim's 2004 winning work, located in Red Deer Alberta.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Outdoor Hockey Rinks
- Opportunity to design and build innovative outdoor hockey rinks that capture the atmosphere of the sport's roots.
- Pond-hockey Tournaments
- Disruptive innovation opportunity to organize and promote pond-hockey tournaments, embracing the nostalgia and community spirit of the sport.
- Media Coverage of Backyard Arenas
- Opportunity to explore innovative ways to showcase and highlight impressive backyard hockey rinks, leveraging media platforms to engage players and fans.
Where This Applies
- Sports Facility Construction
- Disruptive innovation opportunity for construction companies to specialize in designing and building outdoor hockey rinks that provide an authentic playing experience.
- Event Management
- Opportunity for event management companies to organize and host pond-hockey tournaments that attract participants and spectators, generating excitement and community involvement.
- Media and Entertainment
- Disruptive innovation opportunity for media and entertainment companies to create engaging content and coverage around backyard hockey rinks, capturing the attention of hockey enthusiasts.
