Family Ice

10/08/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Family Ice Hosts Godfrey Wood Cup Hockey Tournament, Raising Over $12,000 for Rink Maintenance

FALMOUTH, ME — September 14, 2026 — Family Ice proudly hosted the annual Godfrey Wood Cup hockey tournament on September 11–12, 2026. The action-packed event brought together eight teams competing in two highly competitive divisions, each battling for the title of division champion.

In the North Division, the St. George Old Lions claimed the championship trophy after traveling from St. George, Ontario. The competitive bracket also featured the Boston Whalers, Maineiacs HC, and the Portland Pilsners.

In the South Division, Early Morning Hockey Club Blue delivered an outstanding performance to secure the division championship. The hard-fought bracket also featured Early Morning Hockey Club Gold, The No Regretzkys, and The Hab Haters.

The tournament was a true community effort, organized and operated entirely by dedicated volunteers. Family Ice extends special thanks to Chip Wright for coordinating the referees, including Harry Sousa and Andrew McLaughlin, as well as to the scorekeepers and support staff who generously donated their time to make the event possible.

With the generous support of lead sponsor Atlantic Sportswear, the tournament was a tremendous success, raising more than $12,000. One hundred percent of the tournament’s proceeds benefit the Family Ice general maintenance fund. These vital funds help ensure that the community-based rink in Falmouth remains operational, safe, and accessible to players and families throughout the greater Portland area.

About Family Ice

Located in Falmouth, Maine, Family Ice is a community ice facility dedicated to fostering a love for skating and ice sports. Through community events, youth programs, and recreational skating opportunities, Family Ice remains committed to providing a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals and families throughout the greater Portland area.

Learn More: www.familyice.org/godfreywoodcup

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09/28/2026

Sponsorship Packages

HELP US, HELP YOU!!

If you have advertising dollars to spend, consider joining our team of sponsors. Your logo will be prominently displayed in a variety of ways depending on the level of sponsorship you choose.

With over 150,000 visitors a year, Family Ice Center is the perfect location for your branding and ice skating needs.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact:

Josh Brainerd
Phone: (207) 781-4200
Email: [email protected]

09/28/2026

Check it out! North Atlantic Figure Skating Club Coach Spotlight.

https://www.northatlanticfigureskating.org

09/16/2026

HEADS UP!

Try team figure skating this weekend at our Nor'easters Synchronized Skating Teams FREE synchro open house!

📆 Sunday, September 20
🕦 12:50-1:50 pm (arrive with enough time to get skates on)
📍 Family Ice

Register Here: https://shorturl.at/EbHYK

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09/02/2026

LAST CALL FOR THE FALL 2026 LEARN TO SKATE PRAGRAM with !

Classes are open to all ages and run on Thursdays September 10 - October 15.

Register before September 4th!

Details Here: https://www.northatlanticfigureskating.org/learn-to-skate-program/

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08/18/2026

Heads Up!

Learn to skate this fall with ! Classes are open to all ages and run on Thursdays September 10 - October 15. Learn more and register before September 4 at the link in our bio.

08/05/2026

Friends of Family Ice,

Because of your support, Family Ice Center is more than a place to skate; it is where our community comes together.

Each year, more than 300,000 skaters and spectators walk through our doors - from those lacing up skates for the very first time to athletes training at the highest levels. With our dual-surface facility, including the Lee Twombly Pond, we are proud to offer a one-of-a-kind experience for families across Southern Maine.

What matters most is access.

Through our Opportunity Skate program, made possible entirely through donor and sponsor support, we provide more than 250 hours of free ice and welcome over 2,500 individuals from 50 community organizations this year. From underserved youth to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, your generosity creates moments of joy, confidence, and belonging by:

• removing financial barriers to sports and recreation;
• expanding opportunities for activity during Maine's long winters;
• maintaining and enhancing our facilities;
• and strengthening community partnerships.

Community engagement and competition.

We proudly serve as a community hub, bringing together tournaments and skating programming.

• The Godfrey Wood Memorial Cup will take place the September 11-13, engaging teams from around the country in a hockey tournament and friendly competition. One hundred percent of tournament participation fees will be donated to Family Ice Center.

• Each year on New Years Day, we host the Dudley Cup for local schools and hockey teams across Greater Portland.

• This past January, Family Ice hosted the inaugural Lobster Pot Men's Hockey Tournament, bringing together Bowdoin, Colby, UNE, and USM for a dynamic two-day competition. This fun event will return in early 2027.

• Family Ice Center continues to serve as home to a wide range of hockey leagues - men's, women's, school programs, and clubs - along with Great Atlantic Speed Skating and the North Atlantic Figure Skating Club.

• And upcoming in the weeks ahead, the rink will be busy with many summer camps and skaters!

These partnerships are vital to sustaining our vibrant, inclusive community to ensure the long-tern success of Family Ice Center.

We are thankful to our sponsors!

We are deeply grateful to the sponsors and donors who make this work possible. Your partnership ensures that our programs remain welcoming and open to all.

The Lee Twombly Pond continues to be a beloved gathering place throughout the winter, offering free outdoor skating for families across the region. With your support, Maine's first refrigerated outdoor skating pond and indoor warming hut remains open and available to the public and for rent for private events!

This year, donations from community members and corporate sponsors to Family Ice Center have allowed us to:

• upgrade rink lighting to enhance the experience;
• improve heating and cooling systems;
• keep the Pond and Pond House open for community enjoyment;
• complete critical maintenance to sustain Family Ice Center for years to come

We anticipate several large-scale infrastructure projects in the years to come, amounting to $2 million in improvements.

Help us keep the ice open for all.

As we look ahead, we invite you to build on this momentum as a Friend of Family Ice. A gift in any amount ensures we remain as a vibrant and accessible community resource.

Please Make a Donation Here: https://familyice.org/sponsorships/donate

Please help spread the word and share this post.

Thank you for being a friend of Family Ice Center,

With gratitude,

Bill Welch, Board President
Family Ice Center

07/21/2026

07/07/2026

Friends of Family Ice,

Because of your support, Family Ice Center is more than a place to skate; it is where our community comes together.

Each year, more than 300,000 skaters and spectators walk through our doors - from those lacing up skates for the very first time to athletes training at the highest levels. With our dual-surface facility, including the Lee Twombly Pond, we are proud to offer a one-of-a-kind experience for families across Southern Maine.

What matters most is access.

Through our Opportunity Skate program, made possible entirely through donor and sponsor support, we provide more than 250 hours of free ice and welcome over 2,500 individuals from 50 community organizations this year. From underserved youth to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, your generosity creates moments of joy, confidence, and belonging by:

• removing financial barriers to sports and recreation;
• expanding opportunities for activity during Maine's long winters;
• maintaining and enhancing our facilities;
• and strengthening community partnerships.

Community engagement and competition.

We proudly serve as a community hub,bringing together tournaments and skating programming.

• The Godfrey Wood Memorial Cup will take place the September 11-13, engaging teams from around the country in a hockey tournament and friendly competition. One hundred percent of tournament participation fees will be donated to Family Ice Center.

• Each year on New Years Day,we host the Dudley Cup for local schools and hockey teams across Greater Portland.

• This past January, Family Ice hosted the inaugural Lobster Pot Men's Hockey Tournament, bringing together Bowdoin, Colby, UNE, and USM for a dynamic two-day competition. This fun event will return in early 2027.

• Family Ice Center continues to serve as home to a wide range of hockey leagues - men's, women's, school programs, and clubs - along with Great Atlantic Speed Skating and the North Atlantic Figure Skating Club.

• And upcoming in the weeks ahead, the rink will be busy with many summer camps and skaters!

These partnerships are vital to sustaining our vibrant, inclusive community to ensure the long-tern success of Family Ice Center.

We are thankful to our sponsors!

We are deeply grateful to the sponsors and donors who make this work possible. Your partnership ensures that our programs remain welcoming and open to all.

The Lee Twombly Pond continues to be a beloved gathering place throughout the winter, offering free outdoor skating for families across the region. With your support, Maine's first refrigerated outdoor skating pond and indoor warming hut remains open and available to the public and for rent for private events!

This year, donations from community members and corporate sponsors to Family Ice Center have allowed us to:

• upgrade rink lighting to enhance the experience;
• improve heating and cooling systems;
• keep the Pond and Pond House open for community enjoyment;
• complete critical maintenance to sustain Family Ice Center for years to come

We anticipate several large-scale infrastructure projects in the years to come, amounting to $2 million in improvements.

Help us keep the ice open for all.

As we look ahead, we invite you to build on this momentum as a Friend of Family Ice. A gift in any amount ensures we remain as a vibrant and accessible community resource.

Please Make a Donation Here: https://familyice.org/sponsorships/donate

Please help spread the word and share this post.

Thank you for being a friend of Family Ice Center,

With gratitude,

Bill Welch, Board President
Family Ice Center

06/29/2026

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