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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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  • 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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  • Jul12Tue

    Stories From Around The Rink

    July 12, 2016

    What will happens when hockey careers end....
    BJ Crombeen urges all those young & old hockey players out there to think beyond the present moment. We think there is some truth for all of life in this piece.


    Here come the Americans
    This year's draft was a banner year for the Americans. Five players (yes, FIVE) were drafted in the first from the same youth hockey team in St. Louis. 


    The Illustrated Guide to the Stanley Cup
    This great infographic seeks to show us why the Stanley Cup is one of, if not the greatest, sports trophy in all the world.

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  • 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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  • Feb27Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    February 27, 2015

    An Excellent Tribute to "Monty"
    Steve Montador died unexpectedly a few weeks ago. While we don't know the cause and we don't know "WHY", all we can do is remember how he touched those he left. This is a fitting article remembering "Monty"


    Rhett Warrener on Life After Hockey
    An honest interview with an ex NHL hockey player.


    God's Power
    In light of all the troubles and problems we face in this life, it's good to remember that God is ABLE to do what He wills. 

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  • Apr22Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    April 22, 2016

    The early life of Jonathan Toews
    We don't often get to see how NHL players are shaped by the past, but this article is an interesting look at one of the best captain's in the game.


    Pietrangelo opens up about his life with cancer patients
    A reminder that there is more to life than what we see on TV


    Detroit Red Wings Playoff Stats
    A statistical look at just how special the Red Wings streak really is.

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  • Jun2Thu

    Stories From Around The Rink

    June 2, 2016

    The Life of an NHL Hockey Dad
    The night before is the best. That’s when we do our stretching. My whole career, I’ve always done a little stretching routine before bed to keep things loose. So my boys picked up on this and they won’t let it go. Even if I get home after they’re already in bed, they’ll say, “Dad, we didn’t stretch!”....


    Is Phil Kessel Really Who You Think He Is?
    “Throughout your life and career, little moments shape your life. I am who I am because of what’s shaped my life,” he said....


    Summer Training
    Patrick is OK with a 12U player attending a summer hockey camp, as long as the focus is as much on fun as it is on training....
  • Jul10Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    July 10, 2015

    Should you play sports on Sunday?
    This article gives some good food for thought on this topic. It's important to note that we are not endorsing the answer given to this question as the article states, but simply thought it was a thought provoking read.


    How hard is it to make the NHL?
    The percentage is very very small. But, there still is a percentage above zero!


    Riding around with the Stanley Cup
    Stories about traveling with the cup year round from Philip Pritchard. The man who "keeps" the cup.
    **Note: article contains some explicit language**

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  • Jul14Tue

    Stories From Around The Rink

    July 14, 2015

    Life lessons from a true sports role model
    Marty St. Louis was a great hockey player and in this article you will see that he wasn't just a great hockey player.


    Are these really the 10 best shootout goals?




    Pretty cool little flip book!




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  • Aug5Wed

    Stories From Around The Rink

    August 5, 2015

    Jonathan Quick breaks down some Elite snipers
    Great article about a goalie's take of some of the games best offensive talent. If you ever wondered what squaring up against Crosby, Toews, Kane, Ovechkin, Getzlaf, and company is like....this is your article!

    Hockey vs. Autism
    Touching story about hockey's ability to bring a little hope.

    Building Athletes, not hockey players
    7 tips to building great athletes, not just hockey players. 

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