Category Archives: Youth
New Mission Special Edition program progressing rapidly
December 20th, 2017The Mission Special Edition program has finally gotten off the ground, and it is already having a significant impact on special needs children and their families in the Phoenix area. After a number of years in the planning stages, the program took a giant leap forward in early November when director Brandi Goltz and head…
Support initiatives that create a culture of respect, keep hockey fun
December 19th, 2017At times, we need to remind all spectators and parents that they need to respect the game, the coaches and the players, both on and off the ice. Whether it is through the glass or in person, bullying players, parents or coaches is not acceptable and should be grounds for dismissal from any association. READ…
AHU Bantam Purple standout Johnson fighting like a true Knight
December 19th, 2017Youth hockey is supposed to be full of battles, both on and off the ice, but for AHU Bantam Purple player Stormy Johnson, the battle is personal. Stormy, born in Alaska, has been an avid hockey player since he was four years old. He was drawn to hockey because of the team nature. READ OUR…
Vision remains 20/20 with strong Bobcats coaching staff
December 19th, 2017Arizona Bobcats director of hockey Ron Filion knows that putting forth a unified front as a coaching staff is one of the keys to building a successful youth hockey program. That understanding explains why he’s so careful in choosing his coaches, and why he’s constantly watching practices, talking with his coaches daily and sharing ideas…
Pair of DYHA teams find tournament success in recent events
December 18th, 2017Two Desert Youth Hockey Association Jr. Sun Devils teams won tournament championships over Thanksgiving Weekend in November. Those teams weren’t done, however. READ OUR DECEMBER 2017 ISSUE Fast-forward to two weeks later, and the duo of banner-claiming squads teamed up during coinciding trips to Dallas for the Winter Clash Tournament. If great minds think alike,…
Is your youth hockey coaching staff equipped with basic first aid, CPR?
December 5th, 2017Is your team prepared? A player has been injured and is lying on the ice motionless. Someone from the coaching staff exits the bench to assess the extent of the player’s injuries, only to realize upon exam that the player has suffered a skate laceration to the back of his leg. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE…
Coyotes infusing $2.1 million into state youth hockey programs
December 4th, 2017Back in October, the Arizona Coyotes announced a $2.1 million investment into youth hockey in the state. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE The Coyotes’ four new programs that will introduce the sport of hockey to over 100,000 boys and girls include a street hockey PE curriculum, a three-step introduction to hockey program for girls, financial support…
Brill a perfect fit behind the bench for Mission AZ
November 30th, 2017It’s not difficult to see the passion that Adam Brill has for youth hockey. Just watching him working kids through a practice, or behind the bench during games, his love for the game shines through. He dedicates endless hours to the Mission AZ program nearly year-round, and wouldn’t do it if it wasn’t something truly…
Coyotes Development Program continues strong growth at both Ice Den facilities
November 29th, 2017As the manager of youth hockey development for the Coyotes Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA) at the Ice Den Chandler, Gary Ihling obviously has a serious and critical role not only within the organization, but in all of Arizona. Ihling works closely with Ice Den Scottsdale’s director of youth hockey development Scott Gruber and together, the…
Bobcats, Hensdell succeeding in Mite development realm
November 28th, 2017It’s no secret that the process of developing great hockey players starts when they’re young, and the Arizona Bobcats have fully embraced the effort to build a solid foundation at the Mite level. The Bobcats held their annual Mite Jamboree on Nov. 4, featuring cross-ice games for the youngest players, half-ice contests for the more…