UConn Men’s Ice Hockey made history on Saturday, setting a program attendance record with 11,781 fans at the XL Center in Hartford. The excitement spread to local businesses, with restaurants and bars reporting a boost in customers. Despite some competition from Providence fans, the event brought a significant increase in foot traffic to downtown Hartford, with Vaughan’s Public House fully staffing up to meet demand. The success of the hockey game highlighted Hartford’s hockey history, with fans reminiscing about the Whalers era. UConn student Amanda noted the positive impact of the team’s success on hockey culture in the city. The NHL to Hartford Campaign is also working towards bringing professional hockey back to the Capital City. Overall, the record-setting attendance and economic impact of the game demonstrate the importance of sports events in revitalizing the community and generating excitement for the sport.
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