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Sullivan Arena Contracts Ready Anchorage Hockey Programs for Season
New management deals position Sullivan Arena and other facilities for the Anchorage Wolverines and Seawolf hockey programs ahead of upcoming play.
How we reported this
The Anchorage Assembly approved a $2.89 million five-year contract for All In 49, LLC to manage Sullivan Arena, replacing prior operations. A separate $450,010 five-year contract went to a new nonprofit tied to the Anchorage Hockey Association for Ben Boeke and Dempsey Anderson ice arenas.
Sullivan Arena Transition Supports Wolverines
The Anchorage Wolverines junior hockey team has moved into Sullivan Arena. The venue reopened for skating in January 2024 after use as a homeless shelter since 2020. These management changes arrive as local teams gear up for the next hockey season.
Additional Ice Facilities Under New Oversight
Ben Boeke and Dempsey Anderson arenas now fall under the Anchorage Hockey Association-linked nonprofit. This setup covers day-to-day operations at those rinks, which serve youth and community programs tied to local hockey development.
UAA Complex Plans Advance
UAA and the Seawolf 5th Line booster group continue work on plans to renovate and expand the Avis Alaska Sports Complex. The effort aims to create a potential new home for Seawolf hockey, adding capacity for future seasons.
Year-Round Options Expand in Northeast Anchorage
Gamers Alaska opened an indoor baseball and softball facility in Northeast Anchorage with support from the Seattle Mariners. The site targets year-round access for children in low-income neighborhoods, complementing winter ice programs with summer sports options.
These facility adjustments provide the operational foundation for teams entering the next cycle of games and training. Residents can follow updates through municipal channels and team sites for scheduling and access details.