New York City Fire Department Hockey Team
The New York City Fire Department Hockey Team is a hockey team made up of active and retired firefighters from the New York City Fire Department (FDNY). The team was founded in 1992 and has since been playing hockey games to fundraise for firefighters and their families.
History of the FDNY Hockey Team
The FDNY hockey team was formed in 1992 after a group of firefighters decided to put together a team to play in local hockey tournaments. Over time, the team grew in popularity and began playing in games across the country. They have played in games in Canada, Europe, and even Asia. The team has also played in multiple charity games, including games to honor fallen firefighters.
In 2001, the FDNY hockey team was scheduled to play in a tournament in Calgary, Alberta. However, due to the 9/11 attacks, the tournament was canceled. Instead of staying home, the team traveled to Canada to show their support for the victims and their families. They played in multiple charity games to raise funds for the families of the fallen firefighters and police officers.
Over the years, the FDNY hockey team has won multiple championships in various tournaments. In 2002, they won the National Firefighter's Hockey Championship, and in 2005, they won the World Firefighter's Hockey Championship.
Fundraising for Firefighters and their Families
The FDNY hockey team has raised thousands of dollars for various firefighter charities over the years. They have donated to the FDNY Fire Family Transport Foundation, the FDNY Hockey Scholarship Fund, and other organizations that support firefighters and their families. They have also played in numerous charity games to raise funds for fallen firefighters and their families.
One of the team's most significant fundraising efforts was in 2012 when they played a charity game against the NYPD hockey team at Madison Square Garden. The game raised over $400,000 for various firefighter charities.
Current Team Members
Some of the current members of the FDNY hockey team include Captain Pat Mullen, Lieutenant Brian Maddox, and firefighter Richie Napolitano. The team is made up of active and retired firefighters from across the city.
The team continues to play hockey games to raise funds for firefighter charities and support the firefighter community. They are a source of pride for the FDNY and are admired by hockey fans across the country.