New York Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky visited Long Island University to discuss business, finance, leadership and the realities of owning a National Hockey League franchise, emphasizing disciplined, long-term investment and community engagement. His appearance highlighted LIU’s new five-year partnership with the New York Islanders and UBS Arena — a deal that expands student opportunities, raises the profile of LIU Hockey, and deepens the university’s ties to the professional sports industry.
What's New at LIU Islanders Co-Owner Jon Ledecky Takes Center Stage at LIU New York Islanders Co-Owner Jon Ledecky visited Long Island University for a conversation on business, finance, leadership and the realities of owning a National Hockey League franchise. Ledecky discussed disciplined investment, long-term decision-making and the responsibility that comes with building and sustaining a major professional sports organization. Ledecky also spoke about the importance of investing in the communities that support the franchise. That commitment is reflected in LIU’s five-year partnership with the New York Islanders and UBS Arena, creating new opportunities for students, elevating LIU Hockey and deepening the University’s connection to the professional sports industry. The event concluded with LIU Hockey naming Ledecky Honorary Captain for the 2026–27 season and presenting him with a personalized LIU jersey. Long Island University’s five-year partnership with the New York Islanders and UBS Arena creates new opportunities for students, elevates LIU Hockey and strengthens the University’s connection to the professional sports industry. The partnership brings together higher education and professional sports through student engagement, hockey initiatives and experiences connected to one of the region’s premier sports organizations and venues. LIU men’s and women’s hockey begin the 2026–27 season with nationally ranked opponents and an LIU-hosted tournament at UBS Arena. Men’s hockey opens with two games at No. 6 Minnesota Duluth, then travels to No. 4 Western Michigan later in October. The schedule also includes Northeastern, RPI, the USA National Team Development Program and Providence. LIU will host the Empire State Holiday Invitational at UBS Arena on December 28–29, facing Army in the opening round. Women’s hockey opens its season Saturday against Boston University, followed by a two-game series against New Hampshire on October 2–3 at Northwell Health Ice Center. The Sharks travel to Harvard in January and compete through a full NEWHA schedule as they look to return to the NCAA Tournament. Previous article LIU Explores the Leadership and Legacy of President Garfield Jonathan Singh
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Long Island University: Long Island University is a university that entered a five-year partnership with the New York Islanders and UBS Arena and hosts LIU Hockey programs and related events.
New York Islanders: New York Islanders is a National Hockey League franchise that is co-owned by Jon Ledecky and engaged in a five-year partnership with Long Island University and UBS Arena.
UBS Arena: UBS Arena is a venue that is a partner with Long Island University and the New York Islanders under a five-year agreement and will host LIU events including the Empire State Holiday Invitational.
LIU Hockey: LIU Hockey is Long Island University's hockey program that named Jon Ledecky Honorary Captain for the 2026–27 season and will compete in events including a tournament at UBS Arena.
Minnesota Duluth: Minnesota Duluth is a university hockey program ranked No. 6 that will host LIU men's hockey for two opening games in the 2026–27 season.
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