The first hockey championship in the USSR took place on December 22, back in 1946.
The competition was held simultaneously in Moscow, Riga, Kaunas, Leningrad, Arkhangelsk, and three other cities. In honor of this event, the holiday was established— "The Birthday of Russian Hockey"!
Congratulations to all hockey players, coaches, and fans! 🏒
And may the "Okrylennye Hockey" community grow bigger with each passing year!