Game-Changers?

Growing the game of hockey has turned into a hot-button issue as participation in the sport has dropped in recent years. In an effort to grow hockey, coaches have plenty of ideas on ways to make the game more safe and enjoyable.

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Mayasich, Woog inducted into MSHSL Hall of Fame

Details: Last Updated on Thursday, 06 June 2013 16:47

Minnesota hockey legends John Mayasich and Doug Woog were among the eight inductees of the Minnesota State High School League 2013 Hall of Fame class.

The League’s Hall of Fame, which is sponsored by Wells Fargo, was started in 1991. The 2013 class was the 20th group to be inducted. The inductees were chosen through a multi-level selection process that included League member schools and a committee of athletics, fine arts, and educational leaders. This year’s class brings the Hall of Fame membership to 196.

Attention: Mite coaches, managers & parents

Details: Last Updated on Thursday, 06 June 2013 16:44

The Minnesota Hockey Board of Directors has announced a rule change allowing associations to continue playing full-ice games at the Mite/8U levels following an official vote at the Minnesota Hockey Annual Meeting.

The Hockey Doc: Hockey after hip replacements

Details: Last Updated on Thursday, 06 June 2013 16:38

By Dr. Rob LaPrade
http://drrobertlaprademd.com

Question: I am a 65 year old University professor who still enjoys playing hockey. I have hip arthritis that is becoming very painful with activity, so I am considering hip replacements. Is there any evidence concerning the impact on hip replacements of participation in “old guy” recreational ice hockey?

St. Cloud State to name arena in honor of Herb Brooks

Details: Last Updated on Thursday, 18 April 2013 16:33

St. Cloud State University officials and a representative of the Herb Brooks family announced that the National Hockey and Event Center is renamed the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center.

Renaming the 23-year-old arena honors the late hockey coach’s vision and legacy at St. Cloud State. The university is working with sponsors on commercial naming rights for the arena, as well as naming opportunities within the arena.