A Weekend to Remember: Israel Selects Sweep Sin City Kings in Vegas Showdown 🏒🇮🇱

The Israel Selects touched down in Las Vegas last weekend with no expectations, just a passion for hockey and a mission to connect with the community. What unfolded over the next few days was nothing short of extraordinary. From heartfelt local connections to dominant performances on the ice, the weekend was a resounding success.

Friday: Community Connection

Our journey began early Friday morning with a visit to the Zucker Jewish Academy of Las Vegas. The team had the incredible opportunity to play floor hockey with the students, sign autographs, and share the joy of hockey with future fans. The energy and excitement of the kids were contagious, setting the tone for a meaningful weekend.

Later that evening, the team experienced the warmth of the local community when amazing families opened their homes to host the players for a traditional Shabbat dinner. The hospitality was unforgettable, and the delicious food and meaningful conversations made the night truly special.

Saturday: Dominating Game One

As Shabbat came to a close, it was time to hit the ice for the first game of the weekend. The evening kicked off with a ceremonial puck drop by newly elected Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkey, who brought her energy and enthusiasm to the event.

The game itself started with an early goal by the Sin City Kings, putting the Selects on their heels. But our team quickly regrouped and found their stride, scoring an astounding 11 goals to secure an emphatic 11-2 victory. It was an exciting start to the weekend, leaving fans buzzing and eager for the second matchup.

Sunday: Hard-Fought Battle

Sunday evening saw the Zucker Jewish Academy return in droves to cheer on the Israel Selects in game two. The atmosphere was electric, and the tone was set early when a center-ice scuffle ignited the crowd and intensified the rivalry.

The game was a back-and-forth thriller, with both teams trading goals and momentum throughout. In the end, the Selects dug deep, pulling ahead to earn a hard-fought 6-4 victory and complete the weekend sweep. The cheers from the fans and the effort on the ice made this game one for the books.

Thank You, Vegas!

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Sin City Kings for being exceptional hosts and for two fantastic games of hockey. The camaraderie and competition exemplified the spirit of the game, and we’re already looking forward to returning to Vegas next season.

To the families who hosted us, the Zucker Jewish Academy for welcoming us so warmly, and all the fans who came out to support us—thank you for making this weekend unforgettable. The Israel Selects are leaving Las Vegas with full hearts and two wins, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds.

Stay tuned for more updates on our journey and future games. Until next time, Vegas—thank you for everything!