Coyotes hockey survives 30 years in Phoenix
Phoenix's hockey team celebrates 30 years since its first game. The idea of ice hockey in the desert was once dismissed.
Why it matters
The team's survival shows adaptability and fan support in a climate unsuitable for ice.
first game in 1992
The Coyotes played their first game in 1992, 30 years ago.
desert challenge
Hockey requires ice, which Phoenix lacks, making the team's existence a unique challenge.
Common questions
when did the coyotes start playing?
The Coyotes began playing in 1992.
Sources
- Hockey the hard way: 30 years after first game in Valley, Coyotes’ legacy endures Yahoo Sports · sports.yahoo.com
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