USA Hockey - ADM - HPCs
Posted: Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:47 pm
Did anyone see this? I knew the HPCs were rumored to be not happening, but I hadn't seen anything on the USA Hockey website. This is dated 2/26, but I didn't see it a few days ago. (Instead finding the HPC application.)
HPCs to be launched in 2010-11
February 26, 2009
USA Hockey recently unveiled a new initiative tabbed the American Development Model (ADM). It provides, for the first time ever, a blueprint for the 2,500-plus associations across the country to follow for optimal athlete development – a blueprint based on sport science and consensus child development research. At the core of the ADM are long-term athlete development (LTAD) principles.
The LTAD principles form a foundation for developing athletes and training hockey players from the age of six to 18. The ADM puts a strong emphasis age-appropriate training.
Endorsed by the National Hockey League, the ADM ultimately will affect retention rates of current players and also help attract additional players to the sport of hockey.
“We’ve spent a lot of time researching and developing the material in support of the American Development Model,” said Dave Ogrean, executive director of USA Hockey. “Many people have contributed in the process and we’re thankful for the terrific cooperation we’ve received. The ADM will continue to be modified over time, but the initial blueprint is an outstanding starting point and provides a solid foundation.”
The ADM will include a high performance club component, which will be launched with the start of the 2010-11 season. Additional information, including application procedure for those interested in the program and associated deadlines, will be available by the late spring of 2009.
“We’ve formulated the American Development Model based on LTAD principles that have been successfully implemented by more than 100 sports and federations around the world,” said Ron DeGregorio, president of USA Hockey. “It will take time to educate our entire membership on the benefits of implementing the ADM, which is entirely voluntary. We fully understand there are varying landscapes for youth hockey across the country, but believe that once our stakeholders understand the ADM, they will embrace its principles.”
HPCs to be launched in 2010-11
February 26, 2009
USA Hockey recently unveiled a new initiative tabbed the American Development Model (ADM). It provides, for the first time ever, a blueprint for the 2,500-plus associations across the country to follow for optimal athlete development – a blueprint based on sport science and consensus child development research. At the core of the ADM are long-term athlete development (LTAD) principles.
The LTAD principles form a foundation for developing athletes and training hockey players from the age of six to 18. The ADM puts a strong emphasis age-appropriate training.
Endorsed by the National Hockey League, the ADM ultimately will affect retention rates of current players and also help attract additional players to the sport of hockey.
“We’ve spent a lot of time researching and developing the material in support of the American Development Model,” said Dave Ogrean, executive director of USA Hockey. “Many people have contributed in the process and we’re thankful for the terrific cooperation we’ve received. The ADM will continue to be modified over time, but the initial blueprint is an outstanding starting point and provides a solid foundation.”
The ADM will include a high performance club component, which will be launched with the start of the 2010-11 season. Additional information, including application procedure for those interested in the program and associated deadlines, will be available by the late spring of 2009.
“We’ve formulated the American Development Model based on LTAD principles that have been successfully implemented by more than 100 sports and federations around the world,” said Ron DeGregorio, president of USA Hockey. “It will take time to educate our entire membership on the benefits of implementing the ADM, which is entirely voluntary. We fully understand there are varying landscapes for youth hockey across the country, but believe that once our stakeholders understand the ADM, they will embrace its principles.”