
Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Sheldon Pickard carries the puck toward the Capital District Sled Warriors’ goal during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
An athlete on the Central New York Flyers sled hockey team passes the puck to a teammate during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Myles Favata chases down a puck let loose by the Capital District Sled Warriors at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Seth Gitner chases down a puck in his match against the Capital District Sled Warriors at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Stefon Desantis looks for an open teammate to pass the puck to during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Stefon Desantis looks for an open teammate to pass the puck to during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Lyle Jaineer grabs the puck while his father, Steven Jaineer, pushes him on the ice during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Two Central New York Flyers teammates celebrate a goal in the second period during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
The Central New York Flyers sled hockey coach gives his team a pep talk during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Simba Chen pushes Central New York Flyers athlete, Jess Littlejohn toward the puck during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Seth Gitner looks to the coach for the Central New York Flyers between periods during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Myles Favata looks to his coach between matches during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Seth Gitner and Jamie Favata fistbump after Favata scores a goal for the Central New York Flyers ar the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Seth Gitner skates by his bench during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Sled Hockey in Tupper Lake
Jamie Favata cuddles up with another athlete on the Central New York Flyers’ dog in the locker room before his match against the Capital District sled warriors during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Sled Hockey in Tupper Lake
During an adaptive sled hockey match, an athlete’s prosthetic leg lays on the step at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Friday, January 31, 2025. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

adaptive sled hockey – ESWG
Emie Lavigne from the Central Vermont Pioneers sled hockey team smiles for the camera before their match against the Mountain Warriors sled hockey team during the Empire State Winter Games at the Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. (Photo by Diana Valdivia/ Newhouse School)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Players participating in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Capital District Sled Warriors and the Central New York Flyers shake hands after their match at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Capital District Sled Warriors and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Capital District Sled Warriors and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Capital District Sled Warriors and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Syracuse University student Simba Chen, center, is a volunteer pusher for the Central New York Flyers in their adaptive sled hockey match against the Capital District Sled Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Capital District Sled Warriors and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Capital District Sled Warriors and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Capital District Sled Warriors and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Logan Becker from the Central New York Flyers dribble the puck against the Capital District Sled Warriors in their adaptive sled hockey match at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Capital District Sled Warriors and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Capital District Sled Warriors vs. CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Capital District Sled Warriors and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Mountain Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Mountain Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Mountain Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Ernie Lavigne from the Central Vermont Pioneers dribble the puck against the Mountain Warriors in their adaptive sled hockey match at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Mountain Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Mountain Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Mountain Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Mountain Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Jake Lavigne from the Central Vermont Pioneers dribble the puck against the Mountain Warriors in their adaptive sled hockey match at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Mountain Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Mountain Warriors
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Mountain Warriors at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
Players participating in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the Springfield Thunderbirds shake hands after their match at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
Troy Cronin from the Springfield Thunderbirds celebrates after his goal against the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets in their adaptive sled hockey match at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the Springfield Thunderbirds at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the Springfield Thunderbirds at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the Springfield Thunderbirds at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the Springfield Thunderbirds at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Friday January 31, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central Vermont Pioneers after competing in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game against the Central New York Flyers in Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central Vermont Pioneers celebrate their win against the Central New York Flyers in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central Vermont Pioneers celebrate their win against the Central New York Flyers in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

Day 1 – ESWG
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers and the Central Vermont Pioneers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

CNY Flyers vs. Central Vermont Pioneers
The Central New York Flyers compete in the Bronze Medal Sled Hockey Game against the Central Vermont Pioneers in Tupper Lake, NY, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Sadie Jones/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Central Vermont Pioneers edged out the CNY Flyers with a 4-3 victory to secure the bronze medal. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Central Vermont Pioneers edged out the CNY Flyers with a 4-3 victory to secure the bronze medal. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Central Vermont Pioneers edged out the CNY Flyers with a 4-3 victory to secure the bronze medal. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Central Vermont Pioneers edged out the CNY Flyers with a 4-3 victory to secure the bronze medal. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Central Vermont Pioneers edged out the CNY Flyers with a 4-3 victory to secure the bronze medal. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Central Vermont Pioneers edged out the CNY Flyers with a 4-3 victory to secure the bronze medal. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Central Vermont Pioneers edged out the CNY Flyers with a 4-3 victory to secure the bronze medal. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Central Vermont Pioneers edged out the CNY Flyers with a 4-3 victory to secure the bronze medal. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers.(Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers.(Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers.(Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers.(Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers.(Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers.(Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers.(Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers.(Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers.(Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs. CNY Flyers
Sled Hockey Tournament takes place during the Empire State Winter Games at Tupper Lake Memorial Civic Center in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The Buffalo Sabres Sled Vets secured a 2-1 victory over the CNY Flyers. (Photo by Joe Zhao/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Suzanne Wamp from the Central New York Flyers faces off against the Central Vermont Pioneers in their adaptive sled hockey match at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Seth Gitner from the Central New York Flyers faces off against against the Central Vermont Pioneers in their adaptive sled hockey match at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Central Vermont Pioneers vs. Central New York Flyers Adaptive Sled Hockey
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Central Vermont Pioneers and the Central New York Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center on Sunday February 2, 2025. (Photo by Daniel Gaither/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
The CNY Flyers sled hockey walk back to their lockers after the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
The CNY Flyers sled hockey coach gives his team a pep talk during the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Dave Crors waits on the side line during the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Dave Crors checks his hands for possible cut during the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Dave Crors observes adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Goalie of the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets looks for an open teammate to pass his puck to during the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Dave Paolini substitutes with Kris Schiller during the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Coaches, players and an official face the United States flag during the national anthem in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Coaches and players discuss during break in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Players face off in the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Players get ready before the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs the CNY Flyers
Players get ready before the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)

Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets vs CNY Flyers
Logan Becker walks towards the arena before the adaptive sled hockey match between the Buffalo Sabre Sled Vets and the CNY Flyers at Tupper Lake Civic Center in Tupper Lake, New York, on Sunday, February 2, 2025. (Photo by Jess Van/Newhouse School)