Ice hockey in Italy

Ice hockey in Italy is governed by the Federazione Italiana Sport del Ghiaccio.[1][2] The Serie A was founded in 1925, which was merged with the Inter-National League to become the Alps Hockey League in 2016. The second level Serie B, and the third level Serie C operate below it. Italian men's, women's, man's U-20, man's U-18, and women's U-18 national teams participate at the IIHF World Championships. Italy has been a member of the IIHF since January 24, 1924.

Ice hockey in Italy
CountryItaly
Governing bodyFederazione Italiana Sport del Ghiaccio
National team(s)Men's national team;
Women's national team
National competitions
Serie A
International competitions
IIHF World Championships
Winter Olympics
World Cup

References
  1. "Serie A, Italy's own ice hockey league". 25 March 2015. Retrieved 24 November 2016.
  2. http://www.ardamis.com, Ardamis com. "Rebuilding Rome: An Interview with Team Italy Coach Pat Cortina - HockeyAdventure.com". Retrieved 24 November 2016.


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