Jacksonville Ice Rink among first in North America to reopen, owner says

Action News Jax | Russell Colburn

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Ice and Sportsplex on Philips Highway continued steps to reopen Tuesday with private ice skating lessons and adult hockey leagues.

They’re hoping to be open for the public for skating by Memorial Day.

Scott Greenwald and his league team had their first game back Tuesday night since the pandemic.

“Looking forward to it,” Greenwald said. “I’ve been doing a lot of exercising at home, trying to stay in shape, but I’m afraid I’m going to be pretty sore tomorrow.”

Owner Mark Scheff said his rink is among the first in North America to do this.