This survey is part of a research project attempting to understand how to best educate parents and coaches on various topics related to youth sports safety. Although you will not get personal benefit from taking part in this research study,… Read More ›
Nine years ago the Chicago Blackhawks, the Amateur Hockey Association of Illinois, Athletico Physical Therapy and Dr. Elizabeth Pieroth created the “A Step aHead” program. The program had two stated goals: (1) provide free baseline neurocognitive testing for AHAI players… Read More ›
Over the past seven years the “A Step aHead” program has been focused on educating the Illinois Youth Hockey community about concussion awareness and treatment. The four organizations that make up “A Step aHead”, the Chicago Blackhawks, AHAI, Athletico, and… Read More ›
Over the past six years the “A Step aHead” program has been focused on educating the Illinois Youth Hockey community about concussion awareness and treatment. The four organizations that make up “A Step aHead”, the Chicago Blackhawks, AHAI, Athletico, and… Read More ›
DEAR HOCKEY PARENTS… Want to help make hockey better for your kids? Please consider having them participate in this survey (click button below) if they play on a 14U/Bantam – 19U/Midget Major team! The survey will take approximately 15-20 minutes…. Read More ›
Attention parents of skaters between the ages of 13 and 18, please take a moment to complete our quick, 2-question A Step aHead Baseline Testing Survey. Your input is greatly appreciated. TAKE SURVEY