by Youth Hockey Now | Jan 19, 2021 | Athlete Health, Injuries and Safety, Youth Hockey Now
Performance & recovery nutrition, participating in sports such as hockey, and sleep all go hand in hand in supporting optimal bone health in female athletes. A balanced, nutrient-rich diet is vital to lowering fracture and injury risk. Healthy eating with balanced...
by Youth Hockey Now | Nov 13, 2020 | Youth Hockey Now
Why should a student participate in a sport? Is it the camaraderie? The team-building skills? Or the all-important nature of being part of something bigger than oneself? The reality is that being a student athlete is about all this and more. When a student joins an...
by Youth Hockey Now | Oct 29, 2020 | Injuries and Safety, Youth Hockey Now
This article was written by Alison Grzyb, a yoga and mindset coach who specializes in hockey. Alison has worked alongside youth hockey programs and camps to ensure that young players are as prepared as can be to reach their full potential. Any athlete that is...
by Youth Hockey Now | Oct 8, 2020 | Diversity and Inclusivity, Youth Hockey Now
Gender inequality in sports has long been problematic for athletes, particularly on the professional level. Activists continue to fight against this inequality in order to bring change and see an equitable investment in women’s professional sports – financial...
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by Youth Hockey Now | Oct 8, 2020 | Injuries and Safety, Youth Hockey Now
This article was written by Dr. Matthew McCarthy, a pediatric sports neurologist who specializes in concussion, post-concussion syndrome, and neurological conditions in athletes of all ages and levels of competition, but especially hockey players. Dr. McCarthy grew up...
by Youth Hockey Now | Oct 1, 2020 | Finances, Youth Hockey Now
According to Willie O’Ree, the NHL’s diversity ambassador who broke the color barrier in 1958, outfitting a thirteen-year-old ice hockey player costs about $800. This initial cost includes protective gear to prevent injury, proper sticks, and sturdy skates. The...
