“It’s not just a game”: Sens Skills is back!
OTTAWA – The annual Sens Skills competition returns, scheduled for Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 1 p.m. at the Canadian Tire Centre. Sponsored by CAA North & East Ontario (CAA NEO), this event features Ottawa Senators players competing in various skill challenges.
Competition Format and Events
The Senators players are divided into two teams, facing off in a series of events such as:
- Puck control relay
- Fastest skater
- Hardest shot
- Accuracy shooting
- Individual obstacle course
- Five puck one-on-one
- 3-on-3 competitions
Inclusion of Junior Draft and Women's Players
The event also features four “Junior Draft” players competing alongside their hockey heroes, including athletes from the PWHL’s Ottawa Charge. This inclusion reflects the event’s growth and commitment to diversity.
Event Details and Community Impact
Doors open at 12 p.m., welcoming over 10,000 hockey families for a day of fun. Jeff Walker, President and CEO of CAA North & East Ontario, highlights the event’s broader significance:
“For every boy or girl in the stand, there are parents who are getting up early on a Sunday morning to get them to practice. The event celebrates not just our sport, but the community around it. Our sponsorship has seen the event grow to include professional women hockey players, as well as girls’ hockey teams and players on the ice.”
The Sens Skills event supports the Senators Community Foundation, combining high-level hockey entertainment with family engagement and community support.
Author’s summary: Sens Skills returns as a vibrant family event promoting hockey skills, community spirit, and inclusivity, featuring professional and junior players alike.
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