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As players move through minor hockey, equipment gradually changes. Younger athletes typically wear full cages, while older players may transition to visors. One piece of equipment, however, should remain consistent at every level: the mouth guard. Many parents assume mouth guards are only necessary when a player’s teeth are exposed. In reality, research shows that mouth guards provide benefits well beyond protecting teeth from direct impact. They can help reduce dental injuri

At Champions Hockey, our goal is to surround athletes with coaches who have both high level playing experience and a passion for teaching the game the right way. One of the people leading that effort is Head of Player Development, Gabe Guertler. Many families around Fredericton have already had the chance to work with Gabe on the ice, but his path through the game is one that spans multiple leagues, countries, and levels of competition. Growing Up in Hockey… in Florida Gabe w

With the Olympics approaching, hockey fans across the country are reminded of something special about the game. Players who normally compete against one another, wear different jerseys, and battle all season long come together under Team Canada with a single purpose. For a brief moment, rivalries disappear and individual agendas are set aside in favour of one shared goal. That idea translates directly to the youth hockey experience. As players move through the ranks, hockey b

The second half of the hockey season feels different than the first. The excitement of opening games has settled, routines are well established, and the schedule can start to feel heavy for both players and families. This is often the point where progress becomes less obvious on the surface, but far more important underneath. The reality is that the habits built during the second half of the season often have more impact on long-term development than anything that happens ear