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USA Hockey provides the foundation for the sport of ice hockey in America; helps young people become leaders, even Olympic heroes; and connects the game at every level while promoting a lifelong love of the sport.

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Dreams of State: Noah Cates
June 2, 2023
I don’t really remember too much now that I think about it. It’s the best time of your life. It’s the biggest stage and louder and more crazy at the ‘X’ than at the World Juniors. As a silver medalist at the 2019 World Juniors, Noah Cates knows the big stage. But in his mind, […]
Too Much Fortnite?
June 2, 2023
Do you really need another tournament, another three days of hockey in June, when you could be out on the lake, having experiences with your family and friends that you’ll remember for the rest of your life? Your kid is obsessed with Fortnite. Do you let them play it every night? Your son’s favorite food is ice cream. Do […]
Managing Game Day Jitters in Playoffs
June 2, 2023
Just because it’s the playoffs doesn’t mean everything changes. You’ve been practicing and playing since the fall. Be confident in what you’ve been doing between then and now. It’s playoff time! That means emotions will be running strong as hockey teams at all levels play to keep their seasons going in hopes of winning championships. […]
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Embracing Diversity and Accountability
June 2, 2023
“Being able to play with all of my teammates and having fun playing something you love.” Mohamud Ahmedad was introduced to skating during a first-grade field trip. “It was really fun,” said Mohamud, who’s now a sophomore forward for St. Paul Johnson High School. “Even though I was falling down a lot, I really liked […]
10 Things Coaches Secretly Love
June 2, 2023
For younger players, the first step in good peer-to-peer communication is explaining concepts to their teammates – be it a drill, a small-area game or a situation that just happened in a game. Coaches love hard workers and good teammates. But what other traits and behaviors do coaches really value in their players? Ted Cheesebrough, […]
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Creating a Challenging Mite Program
June 2, 2023
“The kids who are more advanced are getting more challenged, and the lower end kids are still getting challenged but are getting more confidence as well.” Considering players in Mite/8U programs are often hopping on the ice for the first time, learning basic skills, interacting with their high school heroes and initially falling in love […]
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Matt Vernon Writing Own Legacy in Goal
June 2, 2023
Aberdeen Wings netminder with a famous last name coming into his own   Mike Vernon did not necessarily want his son to play goalie growing up.                Matt Vernon found himself pushed toward the position, not by his father, but because of his father, the 1997 Conn Smythe Trophy winner as the most valuable player of the Stanley Cup Playoffs […]
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Five C’s of Excellent Youth Coaches
June 2, 2023
Excellent coaches know how and when to provide feedback or support, to hold kids accountable and to do so in a manner that builds players’ motivation and confidence. Coaches are the face of every youth sport organization. They have the opportunity to lead, inspire and develop young players on a daily basis, and how they […]
Pro’s and Con’s of Puck Hogs
June 2, 2023
Another key aspect is explaining to players how their actions affect the rest of the team, as young players may not understand the ripple effect that occurs. At times, it seems like every team has one. That one kid who refuses to pass the puck, regardless of how open their teammates are. To say it’s […]
Keys to Motivating Youth Hockey Players
June 2, 2023
When you set a goal, regardless of what it is, there has to be a willingness to do what it takes to get there. If the player is willing to do that, they’ve got a good chance of achieving it. “Getting up” for every single practice and game can be a challenge even for NHL […]
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