You’re reading this on a hockey-themed website that focuses on the outdoor game, so it’s safe to say you have some level of interest in the sport of hockey and its under-the-open-sky cousin. But I know where you’re at mentally:…
The Forever Teammates
About three months ago, my wife and I were driving on the highway when she came across some startling news by way of her smartphone. A man in Massachusetts, about 90 minutes away, had gone missing. He had a recent…
The Backyard Rinkbuilder’s Commandments – Your Contribution Requested
A few weeks ago, I posted a link on our Facebook page to a John Buccigross article that helps new (and existing) hockey parents understand what to do, and what not to do, so that everyone enjoys the youth hockey…
Thanking Jack Falla, Three Years Later
I still remember sitting at my computer and writing that email. It was August 11, 2008, and I had just signed up for the Yahoo Backyard Rink group. I introduced myself. Hi all, I just wanted to introduce myself. My…
Summer Hockey In Chicago
I am very excited to share with you the first contribution from the newest member of Backyard-Hockey.com, Kevin Stow. Kevin is a former collegiate goalie who played his puck at Oswego State. These days he dons the pads in Chicago-area…