LA DOLCE VITA ON ICE
100 Years. One Legacy. The History of Italian Ice Hockey.
La Dolce Vita On Ice is a powerful documentary which tracks the evolution of Italian Ice Hockey from 1922 to 1996, which was the pinnacle of the world's fastest sport. This film freshly relevant with the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano and Cortina.
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A North American coach, a European journey, and 25 years of hockey in Italy!
This documentary explores the evolution of ice hockey in Italy from 1922-1996, the pinnacle of Italian Ice Hockey. Brad, a former North American professional Player/Coach/GM lived and worked in Italy-Switzerland-UK for three decades. The film offers a practical and authentic perspective on how the sport developed outside its traditional markets, especially with the impact of Import players and coaches collaborating with the Italians. From local rinks to international competition, the film highlights the challenges Italian hockey faced and the people who contributed to its growth. The sheer quality of players including NHL Stars Ron Chipperfield, Jari Kurri, and Jaromir Jagr along with Italy's biggest star: Lucio Topatigh. READ MORE
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Brad’s hockey tours offer teams the opportunity to experience European hockey first-hand.
Built on 25 years of professional coaching experience, each tour is custom designed to combine high-level competition with cultural immersion. The Italy–Switzerland Hockey Tour includes games against local European teams, including Swiss opponents and top Italian clubs, alongside training sessions and Euro Hockey Clinics. The journey moves through Lake Como, Milan, Venice, and Rome, blending hockey with iconic destinations.
Open to men’s and women’s teams, college programs, ACHA, and youth teams, the experience includes four-star hotels, luxury transportation, boating excursions, and expert guidance throughout.
This is a practical, competitive, and well-structured hockey experience, designed by a coach, for players and teams looking to grow on and off the ice.
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