Anyone who’s ever played street hockey on a playground or empty tennis court knows the excitement that comes with passing, shooting and scoring — the Washington Capitals are offering a way to take that excitement to the next level.

The team is launching the Capitals Street Hockey League — or CSHL — for kids between the ages of 8 and 12. The inaugural season will run from March to May 2026, at three rinks: Lake Fairfax Park, in Reston, Virginia; Francis C. Hammond Middle School in Alexandria; and Ridge Road Recreational Park, in Germantown, Maryland.

Kids from Virginia, Maryland and D.C. are invited to join the coed league, which the team described as a “fun, low-stress environment.” No prior hockey experience or gear is required to participate in the coed league.

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