Ice hockey in the Philippines Ice hockey in the Philippines Ice hockey in the Philippines is a minor but emerging sport. The history of ice hockey in the Philippines began with the ice rinks set up in shopping malls in the country which were initially only used for recreational activities. The film "Mighty Ducks" released in the 1990s helped promote the winter sport in the country, with most members of the 2017 national team citing the film as their inspiration in taking up the sport. The governing body of ice hockey in the country, the Federation of Ice Hockey League (FIHL), was formed years later
1994–95 Mighty Ducks of Anaheim season went to the Quebec Nordiques' Peter Forsberg). Defenceman Randy Ladouceur is named team captain, following the departure of Troy Loney. The Mighty Ducks finished last in power-play percentage (11.39%) and penalty-kill percentage (75.65%) in the NHL. The team was also shut out an NHL-high six times during the regular season. The Ducks missed the playoffs for the second year in a row. Anaheim's draft picks at the 1994 NHL Entry Draft held at the Hartford Civic Center in Hartford, Connecticut. 1994–95 Mighty Ducks of Anaheim season The 1994–95 Mighty Ducks of Anaheim season was the second season in franchise history.