Jack Falla, a man synonymous with so many things we hold dear – hockey, backyard rinks, writing, breadsticks – is the inspiration behind a new contest being held by USA Hockey. The Jack Falla Junior Reporter Essay Contest, launched recently…
USA Hockey’s ‘Hockey Weekend Across America’ Kicks Off Friday
As many conversations with my four-year-old son go, my request was met with resistance. “But I love my Eruzione one!” he shouted, pushing back against my request that he refrain from wearing his stark white #21 and go with his…
Restore Hockey – Recycling the Game and Making a Difference
There’s no hiding the fact that hockey is a pricey venture. The skates, the sticks, the ice time — it can add up to tens of thousands of dollars for families of hockey-playing children over the course of several seasons.…
‘Hockey in the USA – Part I’ Released!
I am very excited to announce that the long-awaited documentary, Hockey in the USA – Part I, is now available for viewing right here on Backyard-Hockey.com. To view, simply click this link. What will you see? You’ll see a 47-minute documentary…
New England Hockey Day Recap
Just wanted to give a big “thank you” to all the folks at USA Hockey, One Goal, and Chelmsford Hockey Association for their work in putting together today’s New England Hockey Day. We had originally planned on taking part at…
