
If hockey were like baseball, players could select their own entrance music — aka, the “at-bat music.” Recently, the Colorado Avalanche asked its players what they’d pick. So we asked our readers what songs they would pick and why, and the songs and bands they chose range from the expected to the humorous to the Read More…

A sampling of entries into our HockeyShot.com-sponsored best-bag contest reveals backpack styles are the most popular and wheels definitely have an edge. The drying/sanitizing system is a life-saver for busy parents and players as well. A few diehards, however, pride themselves on no wheels. Carry Your Own I am a Mite player and I love Read More…

Thank you to the players, coaches and parents who submitted their top skating tips in the last couple weeks to win a free Laura Stamm Power Skating Clinic. Rhymes, hand signals, games and more all add to the fun while improving skating skills. Read on for a sampling of tips. Rhyme & Reason When skating Read More…

We asked you to tell us your stories about cars, trunks and hockey bags for a chance at a $50 gift certificate from HockeyShot.com. Congratulations to Tim, who drives an SUV but tells a great story. Read on for the winning answer along with the runners up. Winner: The Ford Expedition & The Ominous Odor Read More…

We asked you to provide input regarding the best way to build team camaraderie. The individual who provided the best answer would win a $25 gift certificate to TotalHockey.net. We received many great responses. Congratulations to Kelly Eck for providing the following winning response: Kelly said: I have learned that the best way to build Read More…

We asked you to provide input regarding what to do if your child’s coach is not qualified for his or her position. The individual who provided the best answer would win a $50 gift certificate to HockeyShot.com. We received many great responses. Congratulations to Jeff Konin for providing the following winning response: Jeff said: Coaching Read More…

Last week we asked you to provide input regarding how your player deals with a bully teammate. The individual who offered the best answer would win $150 worth of NHL BladeTape from www.BladeTape.ca. Congratulations to Kelly for supplying the following winning response: Kelly said: This is my son’s 11th year playing hockey. He has been Read More…

Last week we asked you to provide input regarding how you how you deal with the pressure of playing travel hockey. The individual who offered the best answer would win $150 worth of NHL BladeTape from www.BladeTape.ca. Congratulations to Bob Diamond for supplying the following winning response: Bob said: Pressure to play travel hockey is Read More…

Last week we asked you to provide input regarding how you handle the hidden fees associated with travel hockey. The individual who provided the best answer would win $150 worth of NHL BladeTape from BladeTape.com. Congratulations to Scott Winokur for providing the following winning response: Scott said: Our son is now in his 6th season Read More…

Last week we asked you to provide input regarding the most memorable thing a coach has taught your child. The individual who provided the best answer would win a $50 gift certificate to HockeyShot.com. We received many great responses regarding the coaches in your lives. Congratulations to Tammy Shults for providing the following winning response: Read More…