ShinnyUSA News

What is “Shinny?”

June 26, 2019

For many, the word “shinny” evokes memories of playing pick-up hockey with their friends when they were younger. However, if […]

by Pat Cronin

Spotting Concussion Symptoms

June 25, 2019

Even though pick-up/rec league hockey is typically ‘no check,’ certain levels of contact are inevitable in such a fast-paced sport. […]

by Pat Cronin

4 Step Hockey Warm Up for Rec League Players

June 5, 2019

For the average person, once middle age hits, gone are the days of showing up for a physical activity and […]

by Pat Cronin

A Basic Understanding of Skate Blade Depth

April 26, 2019

You’ve been battling it out on the ice, and now it’s time to sharpen those blades. You take your skates […]

by Pat Cronin

Puck Protection Tips & Tricks

February 28, 2019

Puck protection is an important skill that any hockey player can always improve. By practicing and learning new and different […]

by Pat Cronin

Improving Your Slap Shot

January 9, 2019

If you love being part of a team that functions like a well-oiled machine, ice hockey ranks right up there […]

by Pat Cronin

Five Breakout Plays Every Hockey Player Should Know

December 22, 2018

If you’re new to the game of hockey, you might be wondering about the importance of “breaking out.” Within the […]

by Pat Cronin

What Are the Basic Rules of Ice Hockey?

November 17, 2018

If you love to skate and are thinking about getting into hockey, there’s good news – the rules of ice […]

by Pat Cronin

Why You’re Never Too Old for Rec League Hockey

October 9, 2018

For the record, Jaromir Jagr plans on playing a 30th season of professional hockey in a Czech league this season […]

by Pat Cronin

A Guide to Choosing the Right Hockey Stick

September 26, 2018

Before you started playing hockey, you probably weren’t aware of the many features that are available in a hockey stick. […]

by Pat Cronin