Volume 9 Issue 9 | October 2021
AHAI NEWS & INFORMATION
New Season, New Rules for USA Hockey


As hockey starts up at rinks all over the United States, this season brings new changes for referees, coaches and players.
The USA Hockey Board of Directors approved several rule changes and clarifications at its annual congress in June. The USA Hockey Playing Rules went into effect Sept. 1 for the 2021-22 season and will run through 2024-25.

Important Message to Registrars and Presidents

The credential requirements for your organizations Registrar and Officers include Safe Sport and Screening. To provide documentation of compliance with the required credentials, you need to create a team in the USAH Portal named Board of Directors and add your registrar and officers as staff to the team. They will need current USAH Member Registration to be added to the team.
Illinois Hockey Hall of Fame Seeking Nominations

Illinois hockey has a very long and rich hockey history, in large part due to the tireless dedication and commitment of individuals who have helped make sure every individual who has had a desire to participate in this great sport has had the opportunity to do so. The Illinois Hockey Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding players, organizers, coaches, managers, supporters, and officials.
The 5 Fundamental
Concepts For 8U
While each 8U player develops at their own individual rate, they should all be learning five fundamental things at that age.
OFFICIATING INFORMATION
Ask the Official
QUESTION: Is there a difference in what is allowed in a Body Checking category versus a Competitive Contact category when it comes to competing for the puck and body position?
IHOA is please to announced that they have added two Level 1 and Level 2 Officiating Seminars on October 22nd and 26th at Romeoville and November 24th at Fox Valley. Please ensure that you can attend the full seminar session before registering.

Please visit the IHOA website for complete details. 
USA Hockey has implemented a game reporting system available Here

Require game reports for: All Major penalties, All Match Penalties, All Game Misconducts.
GIRLS HOCKEY NEWS & INFORMATION
Attention Parents Of Female Players:
The AHAI Girls Committee is hosting a Parents’ Education Webinar on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at 7:00pm.

You’ll be able to tune in from anywhere…….at home or the rink.

Registration is free and is available beginning Friday, October 15th.

This webinar is presented to parents who have daughters playing at any age level and it doesn’t matter if they play on an All-Girls team or a Youth (co-ed) team. The webinar is for those parents that are just entering the Hockey Community to those veterans that have been around to see the evolution of the sport.

The topics of discussion during this webinar will be:
  • The Player Movement Rule…..how it affects players, teams, and Organizations
  • The 2-Choice Rule…..why it was introduced into Girls Hockey and how it works
  • General Rules of Hockey….overview
  • Zero Tolerance…..what it really means
  • Sportsmanship……it’s not just a player thing
Metro Girls: ‘the best the league overall has ever been’
Fenwick looks to challenge for a championship, led by solid defensive core >>>> Read More
HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY NEWS & INFORMATION
Lake Forest Trio Pass On Their Hockey Knowledge >>>> Read More
Memories Aplenty for Renegades Varsity Forward Ryan Kranicki >>>> Read More
JV Spotlight - Andrew Posthuma, Hinsdale Central JV Team >>>> Read More
I Did Not Make the Team I Wanted: Now What? >>>> Read More
No Surprise: New Trier Green opens season with the No. 1 ranking. >>>> Read More
DISABLED HOCKEY NEWS & INFORMATION
Help Support Veterans Nov. 7th

The Chicago Blackhawks Warriors is a hockey team comprised of disabled military Veterans. Our mission is to use hockey as a rehabilitation and therapeutic tool to help our Veterans reintegrate into civilian life. 100% of the proceeds from this Top Golf Fundraiser will help to offset the cost of their 2021-22 season. Any inquiries can be sent to chiblackhawkswarriors@gmail.com
Seeking Bantam/Midget and HS Teams!

The Hornets would like to know if your team is interested in playing the Hornets Sled Hockey team. Your players would play the game in sleds which we would provide.

It is a great way to expose your players and parents to the world of disabilities and at the same time teach your kids what it is like to be disabled for an hour and a half while our kids are disabled 24/7. It is also a great way to bring your kids together as a team bonding activity.

The Hornets play various able body teams, High Schools, Midget/Bantam teams, Police/ Fire Departments and civic groups to raise money for their team. All of our disabled players play hockey at no charge. 100% of what we raise in funds goes directly back to the Hornets team. None of our staff gets paid. They are all volunteers.

If your team is interested in playing the Hornets, please contact JJ O’Connor, Hornets GM at dublj95@aol.com
AROUND THE BOARDS
LAST CHANCE Blackhawks Tickets
Tickets for Chicago Blackhawks games of your choice for the 2021-22 season are going fast.

AHAI has again secured 20 tickets per game, including the three pre-season home games.
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