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India's young hockey players are crushing it at the Asian Championship in Muscat, with both boys' and girls' teams racking up massive wins. The tournament doubles as a qualifier for the first-ever Youth Hockey5s World Cup.
After a beloved Punjabi ball hockey league suddenly folded, Sonny Sekhon stepped up to create a new one that now brings hundreds of Edmonton players together. His work just earned him a finalist spot for the NHL's Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award.
An Illinois youth hockey association doubled its fundraising goal, raising over $20,000 for pediatric cancer research while honoring young patients and survivors in their community. The weekend event brought together 800 people for games, head shaving, and a powerful reminder that sports can change lives beyond the ice.
A youth hockey team from Kazakhstan just won one of the world's most prestigious tournaments, defeating Canada on home ice. The Astana Team's victory at the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament marks a first for the Central Asian nation.
College hockey players who mentor the next generation can now apply for a $2,500 postgraduate scholarship that rewards their dedication both on and off the ice. The seventh annual College Hockey Inc. Scholarship celebrates NCAA athletes who build the game by supporting youth hockey.
A star-studded charity hockey game is helping hundreds of kids hit the ice, no matter what their families can afford. Six youth hockey programs just received funding to cover equipment, ice time, and development.
A Wisconsin youth hockey team clinched a state tournament berth after a stunning double-overtime shootout win that few saw coming. Now they're watching Olympic hockey for inspiration as they prepare for their March 6 championship run.
Three St. Louis area high school hockey players just earned $5,000 scholarships recognizing their skills on the ice and dedication to their communities. The awards honor hockey legends who shaped Missouri's club hockey scene.
The International Ice Hockey Federation just set a world record by hosting 43 simultaneous girls' hockey games across the globe. From Japan to Argentina to South Africa, young female players took the ice together in March 2026 for the biggest coordinated hockey event ever.
Five-time Olympian Hilary Knight led Team USA to gold in February and now plays in a thriving professional league that's shattering attendance records. Women's hockey has never been more visible, and youth registration keeps climbing.
A special hotline is collecting thank-you messages from fans celebrating the U.S. women's hockey team's Olympic gold medal win. Hundreds of callers, including young girls who play hockey, have already shared how the team inspired them.
When firefighter Doug Grandy noticed his daughters had fewer hockey opportunities than boys in Fredericton, he did something about it. Now hundreds of girls are playing hockey in programs designed just for them.
Ghana's CEO of the National Youth Authority just challenged the world to stop treating young people as an afterthought. At Oxford University, he shared how Ghana's youth-first approach could transform nations.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan celebrated the nation's young people as architects of the future on International Youth Day. His message highlights how investing in youth drives national progress and global leadership.
Team USA's women's hockey team just won Olympic gold with a perfect 7-0 record, outscoring opponents 33-2 in the most dominant performance the sport has ever seen. Veterans and rising stars combined to create what Hockey Hall of Famer Meghan Duggan calls "the most dominant team I've ever seen."
A small Indian state has become a women's hockey powerhouse, winning its third straight national championship and 34 medals total since investing in sports infrastructure. Young girls across Jharkhand now have the facilities and training to compete at the highest levels.
Vinnie Matteo started Avalanche Kidz in 2022 after one mom couldn't find a place for her autistic son to play hockey. Now his Sunday morning program serves ages 4 to 40, earning him a nomination for the NHL's Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award.
The Ottawa Senators are selling jerseys featuring characters from the hit LGBTQ+ hockey romance "Heated Rivalry," with profits going to a local queer hockey organization. The move signals growing inclusivity in hockey culture, though the community remains cautiously optimistic about real change.
Ireland's women's hockey team secured their first-ever FIH Hockey Pro League victory over powerhouse Australia with a commanding 4-1 comeback win in Hobart. The triumph marks a turning point for Irish hockey as they head into crucial World Cup qualifiers next month.
The U.S. Under-18 hockey team is heading to the Hlinka Gretzky Cup championship game after defeating Slovakia 5-2 in an exciting semifinal matchup. Nash Roed scored three goals while Gavin Burcar added a goal and two assists to seal the victory.
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