Sled Hockey Players Take to the Ice

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By Kristina Pritchett

VOORHEES – Sled hockey is a sport that allows people with physical disabilities to skate and play hockey. The Virtua Wings of Steel team, which practices at the Flyers Skate Zone each Thursday, is part of the six team Atlantic Sled Hockey League.

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Michael Mauger waits for the next drill to begin at the Virtua Wings of Steel sled hockey practice.

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Robert Vettese tries to steal the puck away from Michael Keys during the Virtua Wings of Steel practice on Nov. 10 at Flyers Skate Zone in Voorhees.

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Robert Vettese (left) and Michael Keys slide towards the goal during the Virtua Wings of Steel practice on Nov. 10 at Flyers Skate Zone.

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The team huddles and listens to Coach Paul Valentine.

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Anthony Kensinger (left) ,#47 slides into Michael Mauger, #15, as they run a play.

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Torren Hart, #16, runs a drill during the Virtua Wings of Steel Sled Hockey practice.

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