A much-anticipated ball hockey facility has opened in east Saint John, years after it was proposed to council as a space for players to enjoy year-round. It’s a first of its kind for Atlantic Canada, as the province sees more youth take up the sport every year.
$4M Knapper Center boasts specialized indoor, outdoor rinks for year-round play
Katelin Belliveau · CBC News
· Posted: May 15, 2026 3:35 PM EDT | Last Updated: 3 hours ago
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The new Knapper Center for ball hockey opened to the public in Saint John on May 14, with youth matches and a ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Donna Reardon. (Submitted by Naomi Peters/Milberry Marketing)
Ball hockey players and fans in Saint John now have a place to gather year-round after a much-anticipated, specialized centre opened its doors to the community this week.
“It’s a state-of-the-art facility,” said Gary Crossman, general manger of the new Knapper Center. “They’re excited that we finally got this.”
The centre has indoor and outdoor playing surfaces designed for four-on-four ball hockey — the first of its kind in Atlantic Canada, according to Quebec-based sports equipment company,
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