Sen. Ritchie is pictured in the attached photo with the Massena Lady Raiders Hockey Team, head coach Jennifer Gray, District Superintendent Pat Brady, the district’s former Interim Superintendent William Flynn and District Athletic Director Tim Hayes.

MASSSENA – Sen. Patty Ritchie says she secured $3,000 in funding for the purchase of new uniforms for the Massena Lady Raiders Hockey Team, which took home the team’s first-ever state title earlier this year when they defeated the Kenmore Devil Dogs 3-0 in Buffalo.

Sen. Ritchie represents the western half of St. Lawrence County including Ogdensburg, Canton and Gouverneur.

“Through their winning of the state championship, the members of the Massena Lady Raiders Hockey Team all have demonstrated that dedication and teamwork pay off,” said Senator Ritchie.

“A success like this doesn’t come overnight, it takes the determination of team members and their coaching staff—as well as the support of the community—to achieve such a tremendous goal. This funding, which will allow the squad to purchase new uniforms and keep the uniforms they won the championship in as a souvenir is just one way to show how extremely proud I am of all the team has accomplished.”

“The capture of the state title was a huge moment for the Massena Lady Raiders that only came after countless hours of practice and preparation,” said Jennifer Gray, the team’s head coach.

“We can’t thank Senator Ritchie enough for this funding, which will help us to purchase new uniforms and look sharp on the ice as we pursue another successful season.”

Earlier this year, Senator Ritchie welcomed the Lady Raiders to the State Capitol, where they were honored for their victory over Kenmore with an official Senate Resolution.