Why Community Hockey Matters
By Kate Dukat, Boston-area hockey mom… My son’s love for hockey began when he figured out he could play a sport while also wearing a costume. From that moment on, my son was “all in” – learning to skate, pass the puck, stick handle and score. As many other Massachusetts families who have travel hockey […]
Leading Through Adversity
How Coaches Can Motivate Their Team During Tough Times Every team, at some point in the season, will face adversity. Maybe it’s a losing streak, injuries, internal conflicts, or simply the grind of a long season wearing players down. These challenging moments are inevitable, but they also present some of the greatest opportunities for growth. […]
Why Minnesota Hockey Continues to Lead the Way
Last month, I was invited to sit in for a meeting that really opened my eyes even more to why Minnesota continues to lead the way for hockey in the United States. The Minnesota High School Hockey Coaches Association gathered key stakeholders in a room to discuss the game and how collectively they could make […]
Big Changes in College Hockey
Recapping the wildest offseason in college hockey history
The Business of Youth Hockey: Who’s Getting Left Behind?
There’s a hard truth that many in the hockey world are feeling but few are willing to say out loud: youth hockey has become a business – and business is booming. But at what cost? Families are paying tens of thousands of dollars a year for what used to be a community-based sport. Kids are […]
The US Born Players’ Path to the NHL
There were 288 American players that played at least on game in the NHL during the 2023-2024 season. We broke down all the different paths to the top league in the world.
5 Takeaways from Minnesota Hockey’s Leadership Conference
“As many as possible, for as long as possible, in the best environment possible.”
Rebuilding the Base: The Vital Role of Rec Hockey in a Healthy Youth Hockey Ecosystem
Youth hockey in North America is facing a critical inflection point. And when I say critical inflection point, I mean this is a HUGE deal that more people in our game need to start paying attention to. We have taken a long, hard look at what is happening at the youngest ages of our game […]
Preparing for Tryouts – A Guide for Coaches
Navigating Tryout Season: A Guide for Coaches
What It Takes To Be Great
Greatness is a choice…the fun is in the process