By USA Hockey & AHAI – The USA Hockey Board of Directors unanimously ratified the Declaration of Player Safety, Fair Play and Respect at its Board of Directors meeting on June 8 in a significant move focused on improving the… Read More ›
Safety
Important Information For Players That Are Currently 17 Or Older, Or Will Be On Or Before December 31st
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 ›
SafeSport Update: USA Hockey Reporting Policy
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 ›
Coaches Helmet Rule Information
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 ›
AHAI Board of Directors Pass New Rule for All Coaches Effective Immediately
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 ›
New Heads Up Don’t Duck Decals Available from USA Hockey
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 ›
