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Hockey is one of the few team sports played on ice. Its fast-paced gameplay is filled with precise passes, blistering slapshots, and hard collisions—making hockey one of the best spectator sports. Two teams faceoff with a total of twelve players on the ice at a time, including two goalies. 

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California Youth Hockey Participation at Record Levels
June 2, 2023
With continued success of the professional teams, and aggressive marketing at the grassroots level, California has plenty of reasons to be optimistic about its youth hockey future. Young boys and girls in California have plenty of choices when it comes to sports: soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, football, dance, martial arts… and that’s just scratching the […]
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The History of Girls Hockey in Minnesota
June 2, 2023
In 1918 approximately 30 women tried out for the first-ever University of Minnesota women’s hockey team
Hawaii’s The Other Team Proves Hockey Has No Borders
June 2, 2023
Laidback atmosphere extends to the ice rink for adult league players
Ask the Official: What Constitutes a Boarding Penalty?
June 2, 2023
The goal of USA Hockey is to promote a safe and positive playing environment for all participants while continuing to focus on skill development and enjoyment of the sport. The Minnesota Hockey Officials Association (MHOA) offers players, parents, coaches and officials the opportunity to submit questions regarding USA Hockey and Minnesota Hockey playing rules to […]
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Unwritten Rules of Hockey Parenting
June 2, 2023
Nothing beats watching your son or daughter have the time of their life doing what they love – whether it’s hockey or something else. Enjoy every moment of watching them play, learn and have fun. When it comes to being the parent of a hockey-playing kiddo, there’s a lot to know. Equipment, icing, long-term athlete […]
Characteristics of Coachable Kids
June 2, 2023
A simple act such as giving a teammate a stick tap on the shin pads and a quick word of encouragement can have a huge impact on the entire team. Whether the driving force is a passion for the game of hockey, making a positive impact on kids or providing kids an opportunity to play, […]
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Three Keys to Earning Your Fair Play Point
June 2, 2023
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 […]
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Travel Nutrition During the Holiday Season
June 2, 2023
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 […]
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12U Q&A: How to Talk to Your Goalie
June 2, 2023
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 […]
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Coaching Hockey’s Most Important Position
June 2, 2023
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 […]
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