New York Makes Changes to High School Hockey Rules for 2020-21

LATHAM, NEW YORK (July 29, 2020) – The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) held its annual summer meeting of the Central Committee on July 29 via video teleconference and approved two changes to boys ice hockey.   Boys ice hockey received approval to adopt 17-minute periods with adjusted penalty times beginning in the … Continued

CCM, Aliu Team on Hockey Diversity and Inclusion

MONTREAL, QUEBEC (July 21, 2020) – CCM Hockey announced an endorsement agreement of Akim Aliu, former NHL Hockey player, founder of the Time to Dream Foundation and co-chair of the newly formed Hockey Diversity Alliance. Together, they will work to eradicate racism and intolerance at all levels of hockey. “The game of hockey is about courage, commitment to a higher goal, … Continued

Bauer Announces Line of Facial Protection for Hockey Community

EXETER, NEW HAMPSHIRE (June 17, 2020) — Bauer Hockey announced a new line of products to help enable the safe return of hockey. Taking learnings from BAUER medical-grade face shields, this summer the company will launch facial protection specifically designed for players, coaches, administrators, on-ice officials, parents and fans. “We are so proud to have supported nurses and … Continued

USA Hockey Guidance on Helmets, Clear Shields and Cloth Masks

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO (May 27, 2020) – As together we make our way through the COVID-19 pandemic, USA Hockey has been asked if wearing a helmet with a full clear shield is better than a visor (half-shield) or cage. In addition, many are asking about players wearing a face mask to cover their mouth/nose while practicing … Continued

NFHS Increases Severity of Penalty for Wearing “Dangerous” Skates in 2020-21

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (May 20, 2020) —Measures to reduce the risk of injury for participants and to provide an additional scenario for instant replay usage comprise the prominent components of the 2020-21 high school ice hockey rules changes. The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Ice Hockey Rules Committee proposed a total of five … Continued

CCM Acquires Step Skating Blades

Solidifies CCM’s commitment to making the best skates in the world MONTREAL, QUEBEC (February 3, 2020) – CCM Hockey, a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of hockey equipment and related apparel, acquired Step Skating Blades Inc., the maker of STEP Steel high-quality skate blades. Headquartered in Quebec City and founded in 2000, STEP Steel has revolutionized hockey skate blades with … Continued

USA Hockey, MeiGray Extend Relationship For Game-Worn Jerseys

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO (December 31, 2019) – USA Hockey announced the MeiGray Group will continue to serve as the exclusive source for game-worn jerseys and equipment of U.S. teams competing on the international stage in the Olympics, World Championships and World Cups, as well as other high-profile events like the Biosteel All-American Game. The MeiGray Group … Continued

NAHL, Bauer Extend Partnership

DALLAS, TEXAS (December 3, 2019) – The North American Hockey League (NAHL) has agreed to a five-year partnership extension with BAUER Hockey, the world’s No. 1 hockey equipment brand, to continue as the exclusive equipment supplier of the 27-team junior league.  Since 2016, BAUER has been the exclusive equipment provider of the NAHL, and through this … Continued

SDC Retailers Win Bauer Awards

Sports Distributors of Canada (SDC) retailers Sports Etc. (Arlington, Massachusetts) and Prince Albert Source For Sports (Prince Albert, Saskatchewan) won Bauer Specialty Retailer of the Year awards for 2019.