The Langley Rivermen junior A hockey team and PuCKS Program continue to join forces.

PuCKS gives Langley boys and girls between the ages of 10 and 16 an opportunity to become "hockey scholars," explained founder and executive director Connie Klimek.

The program offers hockey, after-school literacy, and homework clubs to student-athletes who have either recently re-settled in Canada, are behaviourally at risk, or are financially in need.

During the past month, Rivermen players have been making constant appearances on the ice with the program.

"Part of the principles of the Rivermen franchise is to put family, education, and community leadership first and foremost for the betterment of Langley. We believe the PuCKS Program aligns with these principles," said Rivermen director of operations Taylor Henderson.

Throughout February, Rivermen players are helping out with the PuCKS Program on ice, for a grand total of eight times, and will continue to do so for the rest of the season.

"Our commitment is to hockey and education," Henderson continued. "We see hockey as a tool to educate players by providing them with every available opportunity to pursue college scholarships and take their game to the next level. Like the Rivermen, the PuCKS Program is trying to help strong-minded individuals in pursuing their dreams, whether it is in sports or education."