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  • Feb11Thu

    Stories From Around The Rink

    February 11, 2016

    A Boy Stands Alone
    A young peewee player shows us all what true sportsmanship is like. Bravo young man. Bravo.


    The Life of a Junior Chaplain
    Nolan LaCoste is making a difference in the lives of hockey players on and off the ice.


    Malkin & Go Pro
    What more needs to be said????




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  • Nov6Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    November 6, 2015

    What makes a good sports parent?
    Being a Godly parent is probably the best answer to this question, but this article mentions some other helpful things to keep in mind as we parent our children in sports. We especially like tip #8!


    Inside the life of an NHL Journeyman
    Michael Leighton has owned 14 addresses througout his 16 year career. That's a lot of moving and brings many different challenges most fans don't even see. 


    The goal of the game is to score a goal
    Hopefully....this helps!



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  • Mar20Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    March 20, 2015

    A Hockey Hair Tradition
    In Minnesota, the high school tournament is all about the hockey hair. It's a tradition and an honor. The commentary in this little clip is also absolutely fantastic.


    Good Idea, Bad Idea
    While the intentions were noble, the implementation probably wasn't the best. Unless you like the retro look of these awesome mouth guards of course!


    Former NHL Player with Wise Advice
    Former NHLer Ray Ferraro offers some words of wisdom to hockey parents. A short article with some very good content for the hockey parent in today's world.



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  • Nov20Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    November 20, 2015


    Display of Faith
    A women's goalie at the University of Bemidji in Minnesota shows us she is not afraid to put her faith out there. You gotta love goalie masks with verses on them!


    I want that Stick!!!
    Hilarious video of some Ranger fans battling for a coveted goalie stick.....too bad no one ended up with this prize!



    The Science of Skating
    For you science experts out there, this video is a great introduction into the beauty and precision needed to skate.



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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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  • Mar13Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    March 13, 2015

    A Labor of Love
    Being a hockey mom is not an easy task. This article shares the view point from a few Columbus players looking back on the sacrifices their mom's made so they could play the game they loved.


    Blackhawks in the Community
    The Chicago Blackhawks have been out in the community lately. Nice to see some of the guys taking the time to make someone's life a little better.

    Full Stories can be found here:
    Patrick Sharp helps 16 year old blind fan's dream come true
    Duncan Keith helping a young fan skate for the first time









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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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  • Oct23Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    October 23, 2015


    Shane Doan on his legacy, his style, and hockey playing future
    There are hockey players. There are Christians. Shane Doan has been showing us you don't have to be either / or. You can be both.

    Sports Lessons for Life
    This is a baseball piece, but the first half of the article has A LOT of good stuff about sports and our identity. Barry found his identity in something greater. A good read and valuable lesson for us hockey playing folk!

  • Feb23Tue

    Stories From Around The Rink

    February 23, 2016

    Scott Darling and One Kind Act
    A challenging story for all of us. How can display the kindness of Christ to those around you?


    Provoking Your Children to Anger
    What are some ways we can mess up Ephesians 6:4? This list is a great starting point and worth consideration for those of us who are parents.


    The Riverton Rifle
    A nice story about the life of Reggie Leach...."His post-hockey life has brought something more – sobriety, clarity, sense of purpose, and a renewed family closeness."

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  • May17Tue

    Stories From Around The Rink

    May 17, 2016

    The Right Team vs. The Best Team
    "The best hockey players will be found, no matter where they are playing...."

    More Than A Picture

    A behind the scenes look at one of the greatest hockey pictures ever taken. There are a lot of things that had to happen just so for this picture to even exist.

    The Accountability Problem in Youth Hockey
    Is that what 9-year-old hockey is about: swearing, fighting, and the adults involved not only turning a blind eye to these situations, but actually encouraging them through their own poor behavior? Hockey is far too beautiful a game for that. Every sport is.

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