By Elizabeth M. Pieroth, PsyD, ABPP – If you polled 100 people about the treatment for concussion, I would guess that 99 would say “rest.” Some might add that you “have to be in a dark room for a couple… Read More ›
Safety
Concussion Q&A: Ways to Keep Your Skater Safe this Season
With the current COVID-19 restrictions, we are all anxious about our children returning to school and sports. When they do get back on the ice, fields, and courts, we want them to be able to safely play the sports they… Read More ›
A Step aHead Program Set to Launch on August 1, 2020
The A Step aHead partners are excited to announce the 10th year of our program! We are proud of the work that has been done to educate our youth hockey community about sports safety and provide free baseline neurocognitive testing…. Read More ›
Coronavirus USA Hockey Update
Dear USA Hockey Members – We continue to regularly monitor concerns associated with coronavirus (COVID-19) and wanted to take a moment to provide an update as it relates to USA Hockey activities, including upcoming District and National tournaments at all levels. Our… Read More ›
The State Tournaments Have Begun – Let’s Keep it FUN!
By Jack Weinberg, AHAI Director & AHAI High School Committee Chairman This is a great time of year. Teams and fans are excited to put it all on the line in the 2020 Illinois State Hockey Championships. The energy is… Read More ›
Keeping a Close Eye on Locker Room Behavior is in Every Coach’s and Player’s Best Interest
Following a few simple protocols can help players stay safe and respectful of one another By Greg Bates, Special to AHAI It’s the kind of scenario that plays in the back of the mind of every coach: a player pulling… Read More ›