Volt Hockey Earns a Place in the Hockey Hall of Fame

During the 2025 Volt Hockey World Cup in Gävle, Sweden, Boston Whiplash athlete and USVHA board member Caeden Parisi brought the crowd to its feet with an announcement that electrified the entire tournament: volt hockey is now recognized in the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, Canada!!!

The arena erupted in the loudest applause of the weekend as Caeden shared the news—an historic milestone for this fast-growing adaptive sport.

A Landmark Moment

The Hockey Hall of Fame’s disabled hockey exhibit now features a dedicated section on Volt Hockey, highlighting the sport’s unique gameplay and its role in creating competitive opportunities for athletes with significant physical disabilities. Visitors can see authentic equipment used by the Boston Whiplash, including a volt hockey paddle and ball, alongside displays for sledge hockey, hearing-impaired hockey, and power wheelchair hockey.

Caeden’s Leadership

As both a player and USVHA board member, Caeden has been a driving force behind the effort to elevate volt hockey on the world stage. His announcement in Sweden underscored years of advocacy to ensure that athletes who use power wheelchairs are represented in hockey’s most storied institution.

Why It Matters

Recognition by the Hockey Hall of Fame validates volt hockey’s impact and provides powerful visibility for adaptive athletes everywhere. This milestone not only celebrates the sport’s international growth but also inspires the next generation of players to pick up a joystick and compete!

Plan Your Visit

If you’re in Toronto, stop by the Hockey Hall of Fame to experience the exhibit firsthand and learn more about the evolving landscape of inclusive hockey!