Ringettes Rock at ADM Clinic!
I first saw ringettes in use at an ADM clinic for the U8 set at Magness Arena, home of the DU Pioneers. The way kids fought for those blue rubber circles, I knew they had to offer something more than just novelty. They somehow ended up in my kids’ Christmas stockings, ready for play in [...]
3 Insights on the Body-Checking Rule Change Proposal
Parents and players—particularly upcoming and current PeeWees—are all abuzz about the possibility of USA Hockey changing the age of legal body checking in games from 12U (PeeWee) to 14U (Bantam) for the fall 2011–2012 season. Well, you’ll know soon enough. The USA Hockey Board of Directors will vote on the proposal in June 2011. See [...]
USA Hockey Body-Checking Rule Change Proposal
The proposed rule change will move the age of legal body checking in games from 12U to 14U. USA Hockey’s Board of Directors, Councils, Committees and Affiliate Presidents discussed all playing-rule proposals at their Winter Meeting in mid-January 2011. The USA Hockey Board of Directors will vote on the proposal in June 2011. If passed, [...]
10 Myths About the American Development Model
I realize any change—good, bad or indifferent—is still a change and can be difficult for people to accept. So I started to collect a few of the negative comments I have heard about the American Development Model (ADM) with regards to cross-ice play, all in the hopes that I can dispel these myths. 1. IT [...]
USA Hockey: Locker Room Alert
To all USA Hockey Local Programs: This is to alert you of a security issue regarding locker room activity involving youth hockey players that happened recently. A man in his 60s was able to enter locker rooms when players were changing and showering. He asked them questions and attempted to collect contact information. In addition, [...]
10 Ways to Celebrate Hockey Weekend Across America
Hockey Weekend Across America will take place this coming weekend, Jan. 29-31, 2010. The effort is aimed at celebrating the game of hockey and all involved in the sport and providing opportunities for those who haven’t played hockey to try it. The following article offers 10 great ways to celebrate the event. Here are ten [...]
How to Try Hockey For Free
One of the largest barriers to growing the game of hockey is making it cost-effective and convenient. To demonstrate how to overcome these barriers, Saturday, January 30th, of the 2010 Hockey Weekend Across America, USA Hockey will promote a nationwide free trial of hockey. This is a countrywide effort to have local rinks and associations [...]
Who Oversees USA Hockey’s ADM Program?
The following article outlines the team that has been put into place to spread the message about USA Hockey’s American Development model. Led by Ken Martel, the team will blanket the United States, and help hockey programs grow strong players in a healthy manner while building excitement for the game of hockey. A two-time Olympian. [...]
The American Development Model – Teaching Kids Lessons for Life
The following article from USA Hockey’s American Development Model discusses why hockey is so important for our players. In addition to being a great way to keep your child active, it offers so many important life lessons. These lessons define the mission and goals of American Development Model. How can the sport of hockey be [...]
The ABC’s of USA Hockey’s ADM – Part 3
The following article is the third installment in a three-part ABC series, outlining USA Hockey’s American Development Model. This article covers the letters S to Z. It provides input on how and why the program was developed as well as other interesting hockey facts and tips. S is for Stamina, Strength, Speed, Skill and Suppleness [...]