Youth Hockey at the USA Hockey Arena
Compuware House League Hockey
Upcoming season: October 3, 2020 - March 21, 2021
New Player/Returning Player Registration:
1) Fill out Compuware Youth House League Registration - CLICK HERE!
2) Register at USAHockeyRegistration.com
3) Copy of Birth Certificate to Verify DOB
4) Email Confirmation Receipt
5) First payment
League Cost Includes:
Ice Time, Referee Fees, League Fees, Jersey & Socks
Registration
8U Q-and-A: Why the Blue Puck?
By Ken Martel, ADM Technical Director
A: USA Hockey uses the 4-ounce blue puck at 8U in order to allow these young players to develop proper technique in passing, shooting and stickhandling.
At this age, teaching proper technique through the use of age-appropriate equipment is critical to skill development. Lighter-weight blue pucks, along with the correct stick, help players build confidence and avoid frustration by being able to lift the puck, score goals, complete firm tape-to-tape passes, etc. The blue puck allows players to perform basic puck control skills through a proper range of motion.
One of the highlights for any young hockey player is learning to lift the puck when shooting. With the heavier black puck, young players tend to try and flip it so that it will rise off the ice. This circumvents learning the correct shooting technique. The blue puck is at a weight that encourages good shooting technique while allowing the player to successfully raise it off the ice.
2020-2021 Season
Questions?
Contact the main office at USA Hockey Arena Office at 734-453-6400
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