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  • May27Wed

    Stories From Around The Rink

    May 27, 2015

    Hockey Quebec wants to build Athletes
    This is a nice article on the important and growing movement for kids to stop specialization in hockey and increase activity across a broad spectrum of sports


    A List of 24 Tips for Teaching Young Hockey Players
    Not exhaustive, but a great list for any parent of a young athlete.


    3 Reasons to Avoid Hockey Specialization
    Another article on the benefits of playing multiple sports

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  • Sep11Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    September 11, 2015

    When it's time, it's time...but until then fight
    This is an interesting article about the journey of Bryce Salvador after a really tough injury. A great look into the tensions of being a hockey player at the highest level.


    Quantity time vs. Quality time
    From a non christian perspective this article explains why more time with those who we love is still better than the excuse of quality time.


    The science of hockey - how to skate
    A very cool video about all the intricate things that happen in order to skate. God is a great Creator!!



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  • Aug27Thu

    Stories From Around The Rink

    August 27, 2015

    The man, the myth, the legend....Laurie Boschman
    Article discusses the history of faith and hockey using Laurie Boschman as a reference point for the piece.

    How do you show your children the love of God?
    4 ways Fred Elliot, father of Jim Elliot, discipled his son in the way of the Lord. Some really good stuff in this article.

    Have you been to the 7 wonders of the hockey world?
    A Sports Illustrated article with their opinion on the top 7 hockey places the world has to offer. A decent list, but not sure we would agree with everything on that list.

    Finally, some hocky trick shots.

  • Oct9Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    October 9, 2015

    What does an NHL player train like?
    A nice video looking at the ins and outs of off season training from a few NHL players. You can have all the tools and resources, but you can't replace hard work.


    Great initiative to help hockey players after the lights don't shine so bright
    Hockey careers don't last very long and sometimes the transition to other parts of life can be difficult. Nice to see things being done to help out players away from the game.


    The future of hockey
    Like it or not, technology is invading the game of hockey. The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the cutting edge of this new movement to "datafy" the game.

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  • Sep25Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    September 25, 2015

    Life as a Minor League Coach
    NHL coaches and players get plenty of coverage, but this article gives you a great look into a long time AHL coach, Roy Sommer

    The Long Term Effects
    Hockey can be a grueling game...even after the ice time is over. We were reminded of this sad reality as the game lost another to suicide.

    Getting the itch? This should help...
    A short video looking behind the scenes of the rookie showcase. Hockey season is almost here!



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  • Dec18Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    December 18, 2015

    Today's around the rink theme seems to be playing hockey outdoors. Below are some interesting reads about a privelege of for a cold weather sport....pond hockey.


    Hockey in the Mountains
    Wouldn't we all like to do this? The in's and out's of a journey to play a game in the mountains of western Canada. Not as easy as you might think!


    Pond Hockey Culture
    A nice article about the joys of playing outdoors and some links to some other resources about outdoor hockey.


    Hockey in Mongolia
    This is a really cool article about a missionary who is starting hockey in Mongolia. 

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  • Apr28Thu

    Stories From Around The Rink

    April 28, 2016

    The Intriguing History of the Horn
    It has become a staple in many rinks across the world. But, where did it start? How did it become popular? This article should help answer those questions


    The Defensive Struggle
    For all the geeks out there who like thinking about the systems of hockey and how they affect the game. Very interesting read for in depth thinking on the game.


    10 Reasons to Skip Travel Ball
    This is a baseball article, but it reeks of the hockey world as well. Do you agree with this list of 10 things? Is travel hockey superior to rec hockey?

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  • Mar15Tue

    Stories From Around The Rink

    March 15, 2016

    USA vs Canada according to Obama




    Funny McDonalds Commercial - Canadiens vs Bruins




    The Great One vs Super Mario - Enjoy

  • Dec1Tue

    Stories From Around The Rink

    December 1, 2015

    The slow slide of fighting
    Are fans to blame for the steady decline of fighting since it's peak in the mid 80's?


    5 Reminders for Christian Parents
    A good list for those who live as Christians at the hockey rink


    Perhaps one of the best contracts you can sign
    We all want to sign an #NHL contract at some point, but this might be far more important. Do you think a social media contract is a good idea?




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  • Jan19Tue

    Stories From Around The Rink

    January 19, 2016

    In 1958, Willie O'Ree Broke the Colour Barrier
    Finally, in January of ‘58, I got the call. The Bruins had contacted the Aces. We want O’Ree. I was to meet the team in Montreal and play a full pair of games — a home-and-home against the Canadiens.


    The First Caribbean Team in the IIHF
    Congrats to Jamaica on becoming the first team from the Caribbean to be registered in the IIHF....Who would have thought?
     
    Canada's Dominance is Waning
    The percentage of NHL players born Canadian is dropping...is this is a sign of things to come?

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