USA Hockey Helps Squirt Players to Learn to Train
Keeping players ages 8 to 12 motivated to train can be a daunting task for even the most motivational parents and coaches. Additionally, the stress of regular training can be very taxing on growing bodies. Because of this, as part of their American Development Model, USA Hockey has created the Learn to Train program for this age group. The program creates guidelines and outlines special considerations to ensure that young players not only have fun while training, but are also doing so in a safe manner.
USA Hockey Puts Fun Into Hockey for Young Players
Any parent can tell you that in order to keep children ages 6 to 9 engaged, it is important that an activity include an element of “fun.” Using that as a basis, USA Hockey has come up with several steps to ensure that young hockey players are having fun while learning the game of hockey. The following article outlines USA Hockey’s FUNdamentals program, which provides a guideline for hockey programs to more effectively reach and teach young players.
USA Hockey Introduces American Development Model
The American Development Model (ADM) provides age-appropriate guidelines and curriculum to hockey associations across America to help more kids play, love and excel in hockey.
USA Hockey Announces New Development Model
We’re extremely pleased to share the news of the revolutionary American Development Model that will be available for local associations to utilize beginning with the 2009-10 season. The ADM was endorsed by the USA Hockey Board of Directors at the recently completed Winter Meeting and has also been endorsed by the National Hockey League.
USA Hockey Parent Awareness
Below is a link to the USA Hockey Parent Awareness PowerPoint. We recommend all parents take the time to read through this PowerPoint. Click Here to view the USA Hockey Parent Awareness PowerPoint (.ppt)
USA Hockey – Relax It’s Just a Game Video
USA Hockey – Hide and Seek Video
USA Hockey – Pin the Tail on the Donkey Video
USA Hockey Zero Tolerance Policy
The USA Hockey Zero Tolerance Policy was put in place to curb disruptive behavior which may interfere with other spectators or participants of a game. This policy covers treatment of officials and spectator behavior – Click Here to view the PDF.
USA Hockey H.E.A.R. Booklet
Adults who have their children in the sport of ice hockey want the ability to make decisions based on facts. Currently, there is information available on every facet of hockey. Accessing that information and understanding the content is a continuing problem. This course is intended to consolidate existing information in a format that is educational, understandable, and self-evaluating. Click Here to view the PDF Booklet.
