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Welcome to the Providence Capitals

Three of Rhode Island’s premier hockey programs the Providence Capitals, Providence Jr. Friars and the North Stars have merged forming a RI hockey alliance called the Providence Hockey Club. This alliance will offer a premier development model to all Rhode Island and southern New England hockey players. Players will be participating from LTS through Midgets, state league through Elite EHF levels allowing every player to play and develop at their own pace. With four prime rink locations at Cranston Veterans, Providence College, RI Sports Center (N. Smithfield), and Lynch Arena (Pawtucket) this will make for easy and convenient access for our families. The RISC and Lynch rinks are owner operated. Teams will participate in the Eastern Hockey Federation (EHF), Midget teams will play in the newly merged EHF/Selects League. There is a long history and tradition of former college and professional hockey players from all of these great programs. The coaching staff currently offers several former college and professional hockey players providing optimal coaching to our players. This newly merged program will be able to offer a great family and player experience along with the best player development model for years to come!

WHy the caps?

At the Providence Capitals, hockey is more than a sport it’s a journey. Our mission is to foster passion, growth, and excellence for every player who laces up a pair of skates with us.

From Learn-to-Skate and Learn-to-Play programs all the way through Midgets and Elite levels, our organization offers a premier development model built around personalized growth, quality coaching, and a supportive community. Players choose the Capitals because we combine:

Dedicated coaching and development: Our staff includes experienced mentors, many with collegiate and professional backgrounds, committed to elevating skills on and off the ice.
A culture of teamwork and resilience: We emphasize character, respect, and grit. Qualities that help our players succeed in hockey and in life.
Opportunities at every level: Whether you’re just discovering hockey or preparing for high-level competition, we provide pathways and resources to help you achieve your goals.
Family-first community: We’re more than a club, we’re a family. Parents, players, and coaches work together to build confidence, forge lifelong friendships, and celebrate every step of progress.

Choosing to play for the Capitals means becoming part of a tradition of excellence, community pride, and hockey development in Rhode Island and Southern New England.

Our Facilities

The Providence Capitals are proud to skate out of Rhode Island Sports Center in North Smithfield and Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, Cranston Veterans Memorial in Cranston, Meehan Auditorium at Brown University, and Schneider Arena, Home to the Providence Friars. These rinks provide our players with quality ice time, a supportive training environment, and a strong connection to the Rhode Island hockey community.