Sniper15 0 Report post Posted August 9, 2010 Hey I'm going to school at USC this year and was wondering where some of the closest shops and rinks are. I assume there aren't many in the ghetto surrounding USC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheGasman 0 Report post Posted August 9, 2010 Hey I'm going to school at USC this year and was wondering where some of the closest shops and rinks are. I assume there aren't many in the ghetto surrounding USCI think the closest rink to USC would be Culver City. El Segundo is not too far as well as Panorama and Pickwick. Simi and Valencia would be a little more of a drive but they are nicer then the other two in the valley. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thepandamancan 0 Report post Posted August 9, 2010 Basically, you're looking at a 20-30 minute drive for anything if you're around USC.The best shop is Hockey Giant and that's in Anaheim right next to Disneyland. About 5-10 past that in Santa Ana is Hockey Monkey which is also another awesome shop (I always order online from them, but have never been to their shop).Ice rinks are scarce in LA. The closest one to you is probably the Kings practice facility in El Segundo. There are a couple in the valley though, which are easily accessible...but the ice conditions aren't as nice.You might find it's easier to find a pick up game of roller/street hockey. I'm learning all about these parking lot pick up games that are happening. Santa Monica (right by the beach) and the Rose Bowl are two popular games that happens daily/weekly.I skate at the Burbank Roller Hockey rink and we always welcome new people. www.Burbankrollerhockey.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeff 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2010 Ice rinks are scarce in LA. The closest one to you is probably the Kings practice facility in El Segundo.I skate at the Burbank Roller Hockey rink and we always welcome new people. www.Burbankrollerhockey.comI wouldn't call ice rinks in L.A. "scarce." I live in Hollywood and can think of 5 within a 20 minutes drive or so. (Toyota, Burbank, Valley Ice, Van Nuys and Pasadena.)Sniper15, I play in a fairly quick, private Saturday morning pickup at 9:30am. Shoot me a pm when you are out here if you'd like to join us. Tho' if you are anything like I was in college, the chances of getting up early on a Saturday are slim to none. Pandaman: Do you play in the Friday night pickup? How is the skill level? I am learning to make the switch from ice to roller, and would consider it if I wasn't completely outclassed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thepandamancan 0 Report post Posted August 13, 2010 I do occasionally, but now I mostly get my practice in by playing ball hockey on Sundays. I know...not the same but it's great for the conditioning.The guys who play range from really really good to some beginners like me. I'd say most are above average, but on a few shifts I can hold my own. The atmosphere there is good. The guys are there just to have fun and play so don't worry about getting "outclassed." Actually, they'll help you out and stuff which has been a valuable resource for me. If you go out there, get there early cause the teams fill up fast. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DoublinUp 0 Report post Posted June 13, 2011 culver city for sure. toyota sports is easier freeway access though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SirJW 207 Report post Posted September 1, 2011 SC has a club team. http://www.uscicehockey.com/I think they practice and play home games at Anaheim Ice.Here are pretty much the complete lists of rinks (ice and roller) in So Cal.http://kings.nhl.com/club/page.htm?bcid=4099http://ducks.nhl.com/club/page.htm?bcid=19611 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
