China link lifts Russia's rinks

Pioneering kids program in St. Petersburg proves popular

ST. PETERSBURG - China might not be renowned for its hockey prowess, but that hasn't stopped Wang Fei from making an impact in a nation that is one of the sport's global superpowers.

China-born Wang is the founder of Legend Hockey Club in St. Petersburg, which is focused on youth development, and he's aiming to eventually draw Chinese kids to its ranks via a burgeoning exchange program.