International Hockey Federation League to replace Olympic and world Cup qualifiers
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is ready to launch its ambitious World League that will also serve as a new qualification norm for the Olympics and the World Cup. The final of the inaugural men's competition, featuring eight teams, will be held ... continued at Daily Mail
UMD Hockey Fans Warned For Offensive Chants
Duluth, MN (Northland's NewsCenter) -- In a statement issued by Bob Nielson, Athletic Director for the University of Minnesota-Duluth, the UMD hockey games against North Dakota this past weekend had several inappropriate and offensive chants that were both ... continued at msnbc.com
NHL: most over-rated team, growth of US hockey and an embarrassing goal
NHL topics this week include the NHLPA player poll, including most over-rated team; trade talk; the growth of hockey in the USA; and a rather embarrassing goal. Everyone likes a good poll, right? No? Well, I'm afraid we're going to talk about ... continued at The Guardian
Brit girls suffer hockey heartbreak
ARGENTINA broke British hearts to win the final of the Champions Trophy — but the visitors left the stadium dreaming of Olympic gold. Britain — playing in their first ever final of the annual tournament — were out-smarted by a driven penalty corner ... continued at The Sun
Paramus hockey captain leads by example
Mark Apidopoulos, an avid New York Rangers fan, always looked up to Mark Messier, the former Rangers' captain, who helped the Blueshirts win the Stanley Cup in 1994, the year Apidopoulos was born. "He was a great leader, who motivated his ... continued at NorthJersey.com
Shinny Proves Hockey is a Girls’ Sport
Did you know that hockey was originally a girls' sport called shinny? The winter sport of shinny has been a favorite pastime of snowed-in North Americans for over 400 years. Basically, it is thought of as a combination of hockey and lacrosse and was once ... continued at YAHOO!
Tigers hockey had the perfect blend
EAST ALTON - When Jason Walker took over as head coach of the Edwardsville High hockey team, he knew what he was getting - a team with talent from top to bottom complete with a deep bench. The only question was how to blend all that talent into a team. continued at Telegraph
BC Looks To Stay Atop Hockey East
This weekend, the No. 2 Boston College men's hockey team (21-10-1, 15-7-1 HE) will take on Providence College (10-10-3, 12-14-4) in a home-and-home series, the second to last in the regular season. The Eagles will travel to Providence Friday ... continued at BC Heights
Hockey Hugs: Tiny St. Louis; Cuddles from the Beanpot; Anthony Stewart loves you
Welcome once again to Hockey Hugs, the feature that celebrates hockey's extra-special moment when two dudes bring it in. Islanders snuggle ambush (AP)February is when the hugs get realer, and not just because Valentine's Day puts everyone in the mood for ... continued at YAHOO!
Staten Island high school hockey: Monsignor Farrell JV skates to triumph over St. Joseph by-the-Sea
Anthony Raniero scored two goals as Monsignor Farrell (6-5-4) registered a 5-0 CHSHL junior varsity victory Wednesday over St. Joseph by-the-Sea at the S.I. Skating Pavilion. Shane Saladis, Mike Calcagno and Mike Verdi also scored and goalie ... continued at SILive.com (blog)