Consumption of adequate fuel from meals and snacks is essential for growth and development

Motion tracking done through GPS devices fitted into player vests

First-timers pack ice rinks nationwide to take their first strides. Saturday (Nov. 10) was a great day for hockey in the United States as 12,564 children were introduced to the sport for the first time through USA Hockey’s Try Hockey For Free Day, presented by SportsEngine. The skating scene played out in 451 host arenas nationwide. […]

While sleep is no guarantee you’ll go injury-free, it can certainly help better your odds

“You give 100 percent all the time and it will pay off.” Ever wonder if what you’re telling your players resonates with them? It’s one of the challenges that comes with coaching. You may think you’re doing everything right and telling them what they need to hear, but are you really connecting? It’s difficult to […]

“Having professional youth hockey coaches visit rinks in and around Dallas, and reaching as far as Corpus Christi, Austin and even Oklahoma City, only strengthens the quality of coaches and future hockey players in our country.” Young players benefit from experienced professional coaches and USA Hockey’s ADM As youth hockey continues to evolve, clubs are […]

There is limitless potential to fill those open hours from teambuilding events, tournaments, leagues, fundraisers, school events, ref clinics, summer camps, club teams and more. Every facility owner deals with utilizing court space during non-peak times. One way is to bring in alternative sports that do not conflict with the club volleyball season. As the […]

Let coaches do their job without your 'help' at practices and games

Research shows that creating an atmosphere of gratitude on your team can improve athletes’ physical and mental health, and encourage kinder interactions between teammates. Here’s how you can use gratitude to build a stronger team, while also giving your athletes long-term satisfaction within their sport. Being thankful isn’t exactly a new idea. But the latest research […]

“Be a positive teammate. I think about guys who are fun to be around, who show up to the rink and work hard. That’s something you want from your teammates.” Jimmy Schuldt doesn’t blame college hockey players for leaving school early to turn pro. It just wasn’t something he wanted to do. After last season, […]