USA Hockey (prior to June 1991, Amateur Hockey Association of the United States or AHAUS) is recognized by the International Olympic Committee and the United States Olympic Committee as the governing body for organized Ice hockey in the United States and is a member of the International Ice Hockey Federation. Founded on Oct. 29, 1937, in New York City, New York, the organization is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and has a total membership exceeding one million. Its mission is to promote the growth of hockey in America and provide the best possible experience for all participants by encouraging, developing, advancing and administering the sport.
USA Hockey programs support and develop players, coaches, officials, and facilities. In January 2009, the organization launched the American Development Model, which - for the first time ever - provided associations nationwide with a blueprint for optimal athlete development. USA Hockey also has junior and adult hockey programs that provide opportunities for players of all ability levels. In addition, the organization supports a disabled hockey program.
USA Hockey provides certification programs for coaches and officials to ensure education standards are met that coincide with the level of play. A large focus is put on parent education with equipment needs, rules of the game and parental roles in youth sports among common topics.
Members of the organization receive a subscription to USA Hockey Magazine. At 412,892 subscribers, it is the most widely circulated hockey publication in the world. Members also receive insurance coverage and access to participate in national championships and player development camps.
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Playing levels
USA Hockey formerly used different division names (Mite, Squirt, etc.) in their youth levels and to indicate the age level of the players. Prior to the 2016-17 season, they removed the traditional names in favor of simply referring to the age group. (18U, 16U, etc.) apparently due to former use of the term "midget". Many youth hockey organizations still use the traditional names when advertising their programs.
Youth levels:
- 8 and under (Mite)
- 10 and under (Squirt)
- 12 and under (Peewee)
- 14 and under (Bantam)
- 16 and under (Midget Minor)
- 18 and under (Midget Major)
- Girls: 19U, 16U, 14U, 12U, 10U, and 8U
Other classifications:
- High School: Enrolled in high school
- Junior: 20 and under
- Adult (Senior): 18 and above
Presidents
- Tom Lockhart (1937-1972)
- William Thayer Tutt (1972-1986)
- Walter Bush (1986-2003)
- Ron DeGregorio (2003-2015)
- Jim Smith (2015-present)
Executive directors
- Hal Trumble (1972-1987)
- "Badger" Bob Johnson (1987-90)
- Baaron Pittenger (1990-93)
- Dave Ogrean (1993-99)
- Doug Palazzari (1999-2005)
- Dave Ogrean (2005-present)
National Team Development Program
USA Hockey also operates the National Team Development Program, based in Plymouth, Michigan. The program's goal is to prepare student-athletes under the age of 18 for participation on U.S. national teams and continued success throughout their future hockey careers. The NTDP consists of two teams; the U.S. National Under-18 Team, and the U.S. National Under-17 Team. The teams compete in the United States Hockey League in addition to playing NCAA colleges and in International competition. Until 2009, the NTDP competed in the North American Hockey League. Numerous NTDP alumni have gone on to play in the NHL. In the 2012-13 season, 60 former NTDP players suited up for NHL teams. In the 2006 NHL Entry Draft, six first-round selections (including no. 1 pick Erik Johnson) were former members of the NTDP. In 2007, four NTDP members were selected in the first round, with Patrick Kane and James van Riemsdyk going 1st and 2nd overall respectively. Through 2013, some 228 NTDP players had been selected in the NHL Entry Draft. The NTDP plays home games at USA Hockey Arena.
Notable alumni:
- Rick DiPietro
- Patrick Kane
- James van Riemsdyk
- Erik Johnson
- Keith Ballard
- Dustin Brown
- Jack Skille
- Ryan Kesler
- David Booth
- Chris Higgins
- John-Michael Liles
- Ron Hainsey
- Jack Johnson
- Ryan Whitney
- Phil Kessel
- Ryan Callahan
- Mike Komisarek
- Matt Carle
- RJ Umberger
- Patrick Eaves
- Ryan Suter
- Cory Schneider
- Kyle Palmieri
- Al Montoya
- Jimmy Howard
- Tim Thomas
- Zach Parise
- Dylan Larkin
Districts
USA Hockey has divided its control into geographical youth districts as follows:
- Atlantic
- Pennsylvania (Eastern)
- New Jersey
- Delaware
- Central
- Illinois
- Wisconsin
- Missouri
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Nebraska
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Mid-American
- Ohio
- Indiana
- Pennsylvania (Western)
- West Virginia
- Kentucky
- Minnesota
- New England
- Connecticut
- Vermont
- Rhode Island
- Maine
- New Hampshire
- New York
- Northern Plains
- Montana
- North Dakota
- South Dakota
- Wyoming
- Pacific
- California
- Hawaii
- Nevada
- Alaska
- Oregon
- Washington
- Rocky Mountain
- Arizona
- Colorado
- Idaho
- Texas
- Oklahoma
- Utah
- New Mexico
- Southeastern
- Florida
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Georgia
- Louisiana
- Mississippi
- Tennessee
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Virginia
- Maryland
National teams
- Men
- Men U20
- Men U18
- Women
- Women U18
- Inline
- Sledge hockey
Participation by year
- 2017
- 2018
Note: The Top Division of the IIHF Women's World Championship is not played during Winter Olympic seasons. The 2019 IIHF Women's World Championship will be played in Finland, with locations and dates to be announced.
References
External links
- USA Hockey website
- U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
- United States Hockey Hall of Fame Museum
- Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award
- USA Hockey official publication
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