Three big names from NHL archives have partnered to create an all-encompassing hockey training facility in Centennial.
Canadian natives and residents Eric Lacroix, David Clarkson and John Mitchell recently opened Drill House Sports Center at Family Sports Center, which is home to the Avalanche practice complex.
Lacroix, son of legendary late Avalanche general manager Pierre Lacroix, has also created Lacroix Hockey — a hockey-specific advisory entity located on the floor above the 8,000 square-feet training complex that sits at the south end of Family Sports’ east ice rink.
“We merged the two ideas,” Lacroix said. “Lacroix Hockey is advising families through the muddy waters of youth hockey, whether they’re 10 years old or 18 years old.