Who we are
My name is Cassidy Lavin, I’m the founder of The Oakland Hockey Project.
I’ve been playing hockey in the Berkeley–Oakland community since I was two years old (yes, that’s me in the photo). The rinks here have shaped who I am — as a player, a teammate, and a believer in what hockey can mean to a community.
The Oakland Hockey Project was born in a parking lot. It’s an idea that stems from a belief: that Oakland deserves a team of its own — one that reflects the grit, creativity, and heart of The Town. We are inspired by the community driven teams that came before us — the Ballers and the Roots.
We’re building toward bringing semi-professional hockey to Oakland in 2027, rooted in community, culture, and the next generation of players.
This project isn’t just about the game — it’s about building something lasting for Oakland.
Follow along as we make it happen.
#TheTownOnIce 🏗️🏒
Contact us
We’re just getting started — and we’d love to hear from you. Have an idea, connection, or want to get involved?
We are looking for players, sponsors, fans and community partners. This project is built for Oakland and by Oakland.
info@oaklandhockeyproject.com