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  • Feb12Thu

    Stories From Around The Rink

    February 12, 2015

    Harvard study says hockey parents are the craziest
    "The passion and love for hockey by parents and fans know no bounds and some will go to any length no matter what the perception or the cost."

    Same old, Same old

    This article just reaffirms the truth that hockey parents can be intense. But, it provides some useful points we all need to consider at the rink.

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  • Feb6Fri

    Stories From Around the Rink

    February 6, 2015

    The challenge and strain of youth sports
    This New York Times article looks at the strain parents face in youth sports. The demands on finances, emotions, and time are mounting. Many times these demands are absorbed with the dream that it will pay off in the end. But is this really true?

    8 Lessons from Derek Jeter's Father
    Yes, this is a baseball article, but many of the points made apply across any sport. While not necessarily biblical advice, it is still sound counsel for parents of young athletes

    Some of the best action from the NHL Season so far



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  • Jan23Fri

    Stories From Around the Rink

    January 23, 2015

    Do you think cross-ice hockey is better?
    Many coaches are starting to see the benefits of cross-ice hockey for younger kids. Are you on board or do you disagree?


    Hockey Rink History
    A fascinating look at the history of the NHL rink. It's quite a drastic change!


    Is player conduct getting worse or better?
    This article claims that sportsmanship is getting worse. Do you agree?
    It ends by asking, "Do you have good sportsmanship?" Well, do ya?

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  • Jan16Fri

    Stories From Around the Rink

    January 16, 2015


    Crosby, Giroux, Miller and others play a little sledge hockey
    This is a nice little video on the power a game can have. It also shows what kind of people hockey players usually are...some of the best!




    J.P. Parise Tribute

    Zach Parise's dad lost his battle with cancer, but the Wild put together a nice tribute to a great dad and player.




    Kids literally paint the ice every shade of color

    Pretty cool story and some fun pictures of what happens when kids get to hold the paintbrush.

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  • Dec19Fri

    Stories From Around The Rink

    December 19, 2014

    A Tribute to the Great Jean Beliveau
    One of the greats! The hockey world will miss him.


    Another Jean Beliveau Dandy
    Legends of Hockey Documentary


    Ryan Walter talks Faith and Hockey

    “The other piece that’s big is joy. Just to have the joy that goes from it. The cool thing about the Christian faith is that it doesn’t stop in church. It builds into your life..."

    Swedish Goalie Having Fun After The Game
    Isn't this what hockey is supposed to be? Isn't it supposed to be a game? A game where one has fun? Somewhere we have lost sight of the fact that hockey is a game. Don't let it turn into a business, have fun!



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  • Nov29Sat

    Stories From Around The Rink

    November 29, 2014

    Gordie Howe Remembered
    A brilliant monologue to one of the games early legends. Keith Olbermann remembers his time with Gordie Howe.


    Top 5 Goals of the Year...so far
    What do you think of these goals? Are they top 5 worthy? Anyway you slice it, they are still fun to watch.



    Are you “mom enough”?
    This new (free) book from “desiring God” is great resource for one of the unsung heroes in the hockey world….THE HOCKEY MOM!


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  • Nov17Mon

    Stories From Around the Rink

    November 17, 2014

    14 Year Old Hockey Player Dies in Minnesota
    This is a sad, sad story. Let’s join in praying for this family and this hockey community...

    Russian Red Army
    For those history buffs out there, here is a great article about an upcoming documentary about Russian Red Army hockey. It is crazy to think about how much this style of play influenced the game today!


    NHL to Las Vegas?
    Whether you like it or not, it looks like the NHL is getting things ready for a move to Las Vegas. Is this a good or bad move?


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  • Nov5Wed

    Stories From Around the Rink

    November 5, 2014


    The Travis Hamonic (New York Islanders) story on E60
    A sad story about a young hockey player who lost his father early in his life and who is now trying to use his story to help others facing the same challenges.


    The ideal hockey parent and coach
    While not a complete list, this short write up gives a few good examples of what each should look like

    Eight Oddities of the early NHL Draft
    If you like hockey history, this is a good read. Our favorite probably is number 8…. “When teams got bored, they drafted made up players from Japan.” Click the link to read about the other strange things from the early draft days.

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  • Oct23Thu

    Stories From Around the Rink

    October 23, 2014

    Peyton Manning on being a Quiet Christian
    It's not hockey, but it has some great quotes and is a worthwhile read.


    What does a College Coach Look For?
    Some interesting thoughts and points from a college hockey coach on what he looks for in a player he is recruiting. Even has some guidance for parents!


    Some thoughts from Chico Resch
    Chico is a great friend to Hockey Ministries and also a thoughtful guy on anything related to hockey. Plus, some very funny stories from the life of an NHL broadcaster


    The Wayne Gretzky Poem
    For those that remember this great player....this is a fitting poem.
  • Oct21Tue

    Stories From Around the Rink

    October 21, 2014

    A Girl in the NHL?
    Our friend Anne Schleper had the opportunity to skate with the Tampa Bay Lightning this past week. It was for the promotion of "girl's weekend" in hockey. So, don't get your hopes up if you were hoping to see her crack the lineup.


    Sticks in the air everyone
    Have you ever wondered why we raise our stick after we score a goal? Well, this short little article dives into some of the history of this long time tradition in hockey.


    The AirBlade Hockey Stick
    Speaking of sticks, take a look at this new stick design. We wonder if this will be a new standard or a passing fad?

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