2021-22 Season and COVID guidelines
NHA will be following Minnesota Hockey policies and guidelines in regards to COVID for the 2021-22 season. There are currently no mask requirements or locker room policies in place. Below is a link to the current statement from Minnesota Hockey. We will continue to follow Minnesota Hockey guidelines throughout the season and update you if policies change.
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Fun Drives the Hockey Engine
Minnesota Hockey discusses the core of hockey: it's a game, meant to be fun.
5 Tips for First-Time Hockey Parents
USA Hockey gives some tips on being a first-time hockey parent.
Does Talent Really Matter at 8U? - Jessi Hinrichs
Former NHL defenseman and United States National Team alumnus Brian Pothier comments on advantages and disadvantages of talent early in a player's development.
5 misconceptions of 8U development - Michael Caples
Zack Doyen, Director of Hockey for Orchard Lake United the first USA Hockey Model Association, discusses misconception in training 8U.
"If they’re not failing, they’re not improving" - Michael Rand
USA Hockey and the ADM talks about failing and the road to success. The article discusses coaching strategies and mindsets for parents.
"Exercising the Mental Muscle" - Jessi Pierce USA Hockey
Check out the article from USA Hockey and the American Development Model website on mental toughness and the importance of having fun.
How 8-Year-Olds Learn Best
From USA Hockey and their American Development Model, they discuss how your young skater will get the most out of practice and what's better, to praise or to scold.
WINNERS practice til they get it right...CHAMPIONS practice til they can't get it wrong!