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The Fair Play program was originally implemented during the 2004-05 season, as a component of Minnesota Hockey’s Hockey Education Program (HEP), with the goal of promoting safety and good sportsmanship. Since then, Fair Play has been lauded as one of the top behavior influencing programs in youth hockey. Fair Play is based on the premise […]

Take care of your body while traveling to feel your best when you arrive. Colder temperatures and the holiday season often mean increased travel – and with it, increased stress. Taking care of your body while traveling will ensure that you feel your best when you arrive at your destination. The Importance of Gut Health […]

Many parents of goalies struggle with what to say when goaltending is sometimes viewed as an individual sport within a team game. Q: My son is a goalie on a 12U team and he has a goalie partner who is really good, at least one step ahead of my son. The coaches are great, and play […]

Participation numbers remain on the rise

Mutual respect has always been a tentacle for fostering an agreeable atmosphere, especially when all parties concerned are in agreement that the primary interest is the protection of our youth. Having been the President of Eastside Volleyball Club for the last 22 years, having served on a High School Board of Education during the Columbine […]

Detroit Red Wings goaltending coach and goalie parent Jeff Salajko spoke with USA Hockey about all things goalies and goaltender development. Jeff Salajko coaches goalies with drastically different skill levels – Pee Wees and the pros. But oddly enough – just like with offensive and defensive skill work – he does a lot of the […]

Along with skating, puckhandling is another skill that is often overlooked for goaltenders, but shouldn’t be ignored. At the highest level, goaltender is often considered the most important position. A netminder is relied upon to make – and hopefully not break – a team’s season. However, at the youth level, goaltenders are often the forgotten […]

Dallas-area's Prosper High School boasts football site worthy of bright lights