By Laura Johnson, AHAI Registrar As you may know, the United States government enacted the Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and SafeSport Authorization Act of 2017 on February 14th, 2018. USA Hockey has been working on addressing the changes… Read More ›
Paul Jakubowski, AHAI Executive Director & SafeSport Coordinator USA Hockey’s Reporting Policy is a key part of its SafeSport Program and an effective reporting policy is crucial to preventing abuse. Section IV of the SafeSport Handbook contains specifics on the… Read More ›
Safety is the top priority of USA Hockey each and every day. In 2006, USA Hockey took a significant step forward in enhancing safety by requiring coaches and volunteers to wear helmets when they are on the ice. While most… Read More ›
By Jack Weinberg, AHAI Director A graduated penalty for coaches receiving penalties for “abuse of officials” has been passed by the AHAI Board of Directors. The first instance would receive the one game suspension prescribed by USA Hockey. The second… Read More ›
Display these around your rink to promote HUDD (Heads Up, Don’t Duck). Scan the QR code to view the video and to see our Heads-Up Hockey guide, complete with drills to incorporate into your practice to teach this important concept…. Read More ›
USA Hockey has been proactive regarding player safety – both on and off the ice By USA Hockey No real hockey fan would disagree that today’s version of the game – at any level – features incredible athletes who are… Read More ›
