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SHE SAID IT I feel that the sport is growing not only nationally, but internationally. The women's team keeps getting more and more players. The more that we are out there and the more that we are introducing people to the sport, some are like, 'Wow, that's awesome. I ought to try that.'" –Monica Quimby, Member of the U.S. Women's Development Sled Hockey Team, at the 2023 USA Hockey Sled Classic, presented by the NHL. ECHL The ECHL will be welcoming Lake Tahoe hockey fans to its league next season, and residents now have discovered the name of the team they will be cheering on inside the Tahoe Blue Event Center. Hitting the ice will be the Tahoe Knight Monsters, which is a nod to the "Tahoe Tessie," a popular, long-standing and fictional folklore creature that resides in Lake Tahoe. The inspiration for the Knight Monsters name and logo originated from local input and nominations from over 1,000 fans. The Knight Monsters primary colors will be teal, gold and black and the team's logo also features Lake Tahoe and the mountains that border it. The Knight Monster is unique and iconic, blending the mystique and honor of a Knight with the ferocity of a lake monster creating a distinct visual identity for the team. This Knight Monster is majestic and fierce with a towering presence. The Knight Monster is a protector and fights for those who can't fight for themselves. The Knight Monsters are co-owned by 2007 Heisman Trophy winner, and former National Football League quarterback, Tim Tebow, along with David Hodges, CEO of Hodges Management Group, LLC and 925 Partners LLC. "We are so incredibly excited to introduce our team's name for our fans and for the region," said Tebow, "We look forward to bringing people together for fun family entertainment, as well as making a positive impact in this community." From The Depths Of Lake Tahoe JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2024 USAHOCKEYMAGAZINE.COM // 13 PHOTO COURTESY OF Chapter Two and Co / Tampa Bay Lightning