The Larson Ice Center is a two rink facility

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located in

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. Built in 2002, it is home to the

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club ice hockey teams and the Brookings Rangers. From 2012 to 2019, it was also home the Tier II junior

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of the

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. The Larson Ice Center has a

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of approximately 2,000 in the main (Red) rink and 600 in the second (Blue) rink. There are ten locker rooms, with showers and bathrooms. The facility is also fully outfitted with large heated viewing areas, upper and lower level lobbies and an upper level concession area as well.

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Larson Ice Center - City of BrookingsLarson Ice Center - Brookings RangersLarson Ice Center - StadiumJourney.com
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