An April ice hockey program is being held at the Sirius Educational Centre

An intense ice hockey program for 200 young players is currently being hosted by the Sirius Educational Centre in Sochi.

The event has been created in order to choose candidates for the under 16 Russian national team.

The program includes theoretical and practical classes, control tests and recovery activities, master classes with the participation of highly qualified specialists, athletes, scouts, experts and honoured coaches recommended by the Russian Ice Hockey Federation (RIHF). Friendly matches will also be held.

Players from Norilsk and Murmansk Region are participating at the event as a result of the recommendation given by the RIHF with the support of Nornickel.