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Ice Wolves’ Fox named NAHL Coach of the Year, owner Hubbard chosen top executive
May 6th, 2022The North American Hockey League has announced that Phil Fox of the New Mexico Ice Wolves is the 2021-22 NAHL Coach of the Year and team owner Stan Hubbard has been named the 2021-22 NAHL Executive of the Year. The coach of the year selection is based on performance during the 2021-22 regular season as voted…
Knighthawks nab trio of division championships at Queen Creek IHAAZ tournament
May 5th, 2022More high-powered IHAAZ action continued over the April 22-24 weekend in Queen Creek for the fourth tournament of the 2022 season. Seven champions were crowned at the Barney Family Sports Complex as the Arizona Jr. Wildcats won at 8U, the Knighthawks at 10U A, 12U and 14U, Arizona Jr. Wildcats Red at 10U AA, the…
From the Trainer’s Room: How to diagnose, treat shoulder sprains in hockey players
May 4th, 2022Can you tell me what a “separated shoulder” injury is? It’s not the same as a dislocated shoulder and you may be surprised to know how many professional players have sustained this injury. In fact, when I recently spoke with Joe Huff, the head athletic trainer for the Anaheim Ducks, he said it may be…
Bobcats alum Sodoma awarded NA3HL academic achievement award for 2021-22 season
April 27th, 2022The NA3HL today announced its season-ending awards for the 2021-22 season. The Apex Learning Virtual School Academic Achievement Award has been given to Texas RoadRunners defenseman Ethan Sodoma. Sodoma, 18, finished high school with a 4.2 GPA, while also playing 44 games this season for the RoadRunners. The Las Vegas native and NAPHL (Arizona Bobcats)…
Bobcats alum, Las Vegas goaltender Bonaldi tabbed 2021-22 USPHL all-star
April 27th, 2022The USPHL has announced its Premier Division all-stars for the 2021-22 season. One player with connections to Arizona made the cut as Las Vegas Thunderbirds goalie Anthony Bonaldi was named to the Pacific Division squad. During his youth career, Bonaldi spent time with the Arizona Bobcats. (April 27, 2022)
IHAAZ 14U AA-only Queen Creek event sees Voodoo take championship in one-goal win over Outlaws
April 22nd, 2022The 2022 IHAAZ season continued last weekend in Queen Creek with a 14U AA event at the Barney Family Sports Complex. In the April 16 championship game, the Voodoo toppled the AZ Outlaws by a tight 4-3 score. The event was the result of an upward trend in the roller hockey game, a positive sign…
Scottsdale native, Bobcats national champ Geddes chosen in 2022 NA3HL Entry Draft
April 21st, 2022The NA3HL held its annual entry draft on April 20 and Arizona Bobcats’ 18U AAA forward Alec Geddes was selected as part of the four-round draft. Geddes, a Scottsdale native, was taken in the first round (32nd overall) by the Helena Bighorns. He was a key component of the Bobcats team that won a USA…
Ice Wolves tab Banks as first head coach for NA3HL team starting play in 2022-23
April 20th, 2022The New Mexico Ice Wolves have announced that on the heels of joining the NA3HL with the purchase of the Oklahoma City Blazers, the team has named Darren Banks head coach and general manager. Banks will lead the NA3HL team in the league’s South Division playing out of Outpost Ice Arenas in Albuquerque, beginning in…
Meet Chris Phillips: owner, athletic trainer, strength and conditioning specialist
April 19th, 2022Compete Sports Performance and Rehab owner Chris Phillips recently took time to chat with ShoutOutLA.com about his professional career. Meet Chris Phillips | Owner, Athletic Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Specialist (April 19, 2022)
From the Trainer’s Room: How does hip mobility make you a better skater?
April 15th, 2022One of the most common requests I get from hockey players when they are referred to me for training is the need for increased hip mobility. But what does that mean? And how does better hip mobility make you a better skater in hockey? Mobility plays a significant role in improving the hockey stride. Mobility…