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Guide to Being a Good Hockey Parent
What does it mean to be a good hockey parent… Youth hockey is a thrilling sport requiring dedication and hard work to excel for your youth hockey players and you as the hockey parent. The time commitment with travel, practices, and games is a lot for your player and for you [...]
Inspirational Youth Hockey Coach’s Speech From My Dad
Cherished members of the youth hockey community, we honor the memory and enduring legacy of Gene Harrington, a remarkable individual whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of countless young athletes and families. Gene Harrington, a man of diverse talents and boundless enthusiasm, exemplified what it means to be a devoted husband, [...]
How to Be a Great Hockey Parent: 10 Do’s and Don’ts at the Rink
Youth hockey is about more than wins and goals—it’s about experiences, growth, and community. As a parent, your role is more influential than you may realize. You set the tone for your child’s relationship with the game. Whether you’re cheering in the stands or packing post-game snacks, here are 10 simple [...]
What to Do When Your Team Doesn’t Win the Hockey Tournament
What to Do When Your Team Doesn’t Win the Hockey Tournament Not winning a tournament can feel disappointing, but it’s part of the game — and a valuable learning experience. In youth hockey, success isn’t just measured by the scoreboard but by how you respond to setbacks and grow from them. [...]
Team Manager’s Guide to Picking Youth Hockey Tournaments to Attend
Youth hockey tournaments are an exciting and essential part of a young hockey player's development. They provide invaluable opportunities for growth, competition, camaraderie, and fun. As a team manager, one of your crucial responsibilities is choosing the right tournaments for your youth hockey team. This decision involves various factors that can [...]
Hockey Mom Tribute to the My Hockey Mom Prayer
In the whirlwind of holiday chaos and a busy hockey schedule, where the jingle of bells competes with the hustle and bustle of year-end festivities and you are racing to practices, team parties and hockey tournaments, Nelsa Roberto's "My Hockey Mom Prayer" emerges as a reminder to take a deep breath [...]
