Our children’s tournament trophies take up three shelves and represent fond memories, glorious wins, tough losses and terrific tailgating. While I can’t come up with a definitive number...
Hockey Mom
All it takes is one toxic teammate to ruin a season. The good news is there are many ways us parents can help filter out the negative and protect players from bullying. ...
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 - 08:27
Youth hockey can feel like it consumes your life. It changes the way your family eats, travels, communicates and vacations. ...
Monday, September 18, 2023 - 09:24
Parent pre-game rituals are plentiful. Perhaps a particular coffee order, or in the case of my husband, it’s the same message he tells our kids before every game: ‘Go to the goal, go to...
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 - 13:36
Life is sometimes difficult to navigate. But if you are lucky, like my friend and hockey coach/dad Bill Cahill, you may meet someone along the way to help you define and reach your goals. These...
Monday, July 24, 2023 - 15:16
There is a familiar conversation that occurs on youth hockey teams when players reach a certain age. It is one sure to strike fear into the hearts of parents. ...
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - 09:31
Even if your kids have been a part of athletic teams or clubs before, there is nothing that can prepare you for the unique rigors and commitments of a hockey season. Our son started his hockey...
Wednesday, May 17, 2023 - 11:33
As we wrap up another season, many of us parents are left reflecting on all of our adventures and the seemingly endless challenges that come along the journey. From late dinners, freezing rinks,...
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 - 10:33
Keeping Emotions In Check The Key To On-Ice Success
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Thursday, January 12, 2023 - 10:21
Poll
Who is your favorite American player?
Auston Matthews
22%
Jason Robertson
6%
Tage Thompson
12%
Matthew Tkachuk
7%
Patrick Kane
22%
Other
31%
Total votes: 267