CCM Hockey Acquires its Base Layer License From its Global Licensing Partner, Icon-Elite Group

MONTREAL, QUEBEC (August 23, 2021) – CCM Hockey announced the acquisition of its worldwide base layer license from its licensing partner Icon-Elite Group Inc., effective September 1, 2021. This transaction will allow CCM Hockey to take on this product category and continue to offer to its customers an ever-broader collection of innovative hockey equipment products. “This is extremely … Continued

HDA Manufacturer Member Spotlight: Illumiwear

creates a complete customizable product collection that offers a fan experience while providing safety and charitable support. Manufactured in Marthasville, Missouri, each item contains an internal rechargeable LED light system and provides a $1 donation per item sold to the Best Buddies Jobs Program – the largest organization dedicated to seeking employment for those with … Continued

Mike Trimboli New President of USA Hockey

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO (June 12, 2021) – Mike Trimboli, who has been involved in grassroots hockey as a player, coach, official and administrator for parts of the last six decades, was elected president of USA Hockey at the Board of Directors Meeting as part of the organization’s virtual Annual Congress. The Massena, New York, native began … Continued

NFHS 2021-22 Ice Hockey Rule Changes

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (May 13, 2021) — To maintain the health and safety of goalkeepers, game action will now be stopped in the event a goalkeeper’s skate blade is broken or becomes displaced on the ice surface. This new clause, which was added to Rule 3-3-5, is the most significant of the rules changes recently proposed by … Continued