"Capital Dragons Soar: Local Youth Hockey Organization Empowers Washington, D.C. Kids on and Off the Ice" In a region where ice hockey is often seen as a luxury sport, a group of dedicated parents in the Washington, D.C. area has been working tirelessly to bring the game to underprivileged youth. The Capital Dragons, a youth hockey organization formed just three years ago, has been making waves in the local hockey community by providing opportunities for kids to learn, grow, and thrive through the sport. Founded by parents like Tao Tao, the organization has been working to break down barriers and make hockey accessible to kids from all walks of life. With a focus on character development, teamwork, and academic support, the Capital Dragons are not only changing the game on the ice, but also in the lives of the young athletes they serve.

Tao Tao didn’t know what to expect when the Capital Dragons were formed three years ago. He and other parents established the Washington, D.C., area youth hockey organization to ...