Author Archives
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How 10 Pro Athletes Developed Athleticism
By Jessi Pierce – Special to USA Hockey How do we develop well-rounded athletes? These 10 current and former stars all followed a similar path. Here’s what they did growing up. Jordan Spieth, PGA At just 21 years old,… Read More ›
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Best Practices for Structuring Tryouts
By Joe Meloni Best Practices for Structuring Tryouts Tryouts are a part of youth hockey at almost every level. As players grow, they become even more common, and for coaches, they become critical ways of identifying talent. But tryouts can… Read More ›
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New Tigers Earn Their Stripes in Eagle River Debuts
By Greg Bates – Special to USAHockey.com Sue Bishop has been competing in the Labatt Blue/USA Hockey Pond Hockey Championships for five years. Prior to this year’s event, she asked four newcomers to join her team in Eagle River, Wis…. Read More ›
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Chicago Steel Wants You! Consider Becoming a Steel Housing Family
The Chicago Steel is actively looking for families in the Chicago area who are interested in opening their doors and provide the team’s players a home away from home during the 2015-2016 season. The mission of the Chicago Steel is… Read More ›
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There’s a New Team in Town: AHAI Welcomes the Chicago Cougars!
The Chicago Cougars, a Tier III Junior Hockey team, will play its inaugural season in the USPHL Mid-West Division. Led by Head Coach and General Manager, Brad Stoffer, the Cougars will call the 9,000 seat Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates… Read More ›
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The Application Process for Tier II 2 Choice Substitutions is NOW OPEN.
Tier II Choice Substitution: Examples & Information Regarding Application Process Situations That May Lead to the Rare Substitute Choice EXAMPLE: If neither Member Association the player has played for has a Tier II team at that player’s age level, the player… Read More ›
