Hockey players in Hermitage may get something new to look forward to soon.

That's because the a new outdoors $427,000 hockey facility on South Darby Road is expected to be opened before the fall, according to a new update from the city.

Right now, crews are installing player's benches and the scorekeeper's enclosure.

Meanwhile, a finalized site plan has been delivered, which will allow crews to start underground work necessary before pavement preparation.

Looking ahead to the future, concrete sidewalks and asphalt trails, which will provide access to the facility, will be put in early summer.